COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Dec. 30, 1807  Page 2 has the full text of the historic Embargo Act, headed: "EMBARGO" "An Act Laying an EMBARGO on all Ships and Vessels in the ports & harbours of the United States" signed in type by the President: TH: Jefferson.
This controversial act that essentially banned trade with foreign countries such that no foreign ships were permitted to carry cargo out of American ports. This was widely protested by the New England states because of the effect on their economy.
Four pages, damp stain at the right side, some foxing, good condition.