June 14, 1867 – In a shocking revelation, the New York Customs House has been embroiled in a controversy surrounding the valuation of high-end Champagne wines. At the center of the storm is a shipment of Marceaux Champagne, worth a small fortune, and the questionable appraisals made by a Custom House official, Mr. Webster.
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Key Facts
- State: New York
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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