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Senate speeds Alaska debate on statehood bill
Washington June 25 AP The Senate moved up start time by two hours to accelerate consideration of the House passed bill granting statehood to Alaska. Advocates predicted passage within the week possibly Friday, with Eastland criticizing Secretary of the Interior Seaton for lobbying, calling the move unconstitutional and a threat to states rights.
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Washington
Senate
Alaska
James QO. Eastland
D- Miss
Eastland
Tor
United States Senate
United States
Seaton
Interior Department