An Address to the Good Sense and Candour of the People, in Behalf of the Dealers in Corn

In 'An Address to the Good Sense and Candour of the People, in Behalf of the Dealers in Corn,' Thomas Turton presents a compelling defense of corn merchants during a period of public distrust. Published in 1800, this work offers valuable insights into the economic and social dynamics surrounding the corn trade in late 18th-century England. Turton skillfully argues for the vital role these dealers played in ensuring the steady supply of grain to the population. He challenges popular misconceptions and prejudices against them, appealing to the rationality and fairness of his audience. The inclusion of observations on a recent trial for regrating-a practice of buying goods with the intention of reselling them in the same market-adds a contemporary legal dimension to the discussion. This address serves as a historical document that provides a window into the economic debates and social tensions of its time, making it a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in economic history and British social history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.