Republican (nationalist) President Grant signs the Naturalization Act of 1870, extending the naturalization process to immigrants of African heritage.

       [added 3/22/2025]

       Republican President Grant signs the (revenue) Tariff Act of 1870, reducing or eliminating import duties on 150 items, mostly raw materials.  But leaving untouched the protections for the New England textile industry.

       [restored 5/6/2022]