This historic Tariff Act of 1789...

This Tariff Act of 1789 was the first major piece of legislation passed in the United States (just the second Act of Congress by the new federal government) after the ratification of the Constitution. It had two purposes: to protect manufacturing industries developing in the nation, and to raise revenue for the federal government. It was sponsored by Congressman James Madison, passed by the First United States Congress, and signed into law by President George Washington on July 4.

One of the major powers granted under the new Constitution was the ability to levy tariffs, and after the first Congress was seated, passage of a tariff bill became one of the most pressing issues. The Act printed in this issue resolved that concern.
Immediately following the printing of the Tariff Act are reports of; "Proceedings of Congress" which related to it as well, as shown in the photos.
Page 3 offers newspapers headed: "American Intelligence" with reports from Alexandria, New York, Newport and Vermont.
Four pages, spotted foxing throughout, very nice condition. This is one of the more uncommon titles of the 18th century.