Oklahoma as a statehood prospect and western rail plans
The article outlines Oklahoma's population 341,480 with vast land, schooling, and rail growth, highlighting health literacy, tax, and debt figures. It then shifts to Canada’s liquor act debate, political shifts, and a grand Grand Trunk Pacific railway plan from Lake Winnipeg to the Pacific led by C A Hays, signaling major rail expansion and immigrant movements into the west.
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Idaho
Rhode Island
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Utah
Florida
Delaware
Nevada
New Hampshire
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Oregon
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Boundary Battledore and the Canadian boundary dispute
The article traces long-standing conflicts over the eastern boundary between the United States and Canada from 1777 through 1849, noting how history, diplomacy, and military actions sought to adjust the boundary. It mentions Burgoyne's era, the convention of 1783, and 1812 diplomacy, and observes the forty-ninth parallel as a persistent issue in western margins.
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America
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Loyalists flee to Canada as roads push westward
The piece argues that Pacific railroad expansion north of the boundary foreshadows annexation fears and a shift of loyalties. It notes 1869 reports predicting British possessions west of the 91st meridian would lean American, and compares Fenian raids to border crossings, asserting Canada can manage acquired populations and that British rule may appeal to French Canadians seeking security.
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Dominion
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Inauguration Day in Grand Rapids and State Officials
The Grand Rapids Herald notes that Governor Bliss and state officials will begin new terms on January 1. The piece contrasts a potential formal inauguration with the current practice of quick oath taking, cites past examples, and suggests an indoor event could suit midwinter. It also surveys populist free silver party results across western states, arguing the reform era record should be preserved for reference.
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Arthur Stursis Hardy
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Richexten
Supreme Court
Lansine
Upper Peninsula debate on restricting high power guns sparks calls
Chief Deputy Brewster cites fatal UP shooting spree and three earlier killings to push a ban on high power deer guns. He references Maine law and plans to obtain a similar statute.
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Detroit Tribune
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Mijes
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Aged Lady Louisa Bodmer Found Dead in Field
The body of Mrs Louisa Bodmer an elderly resident of Sugar Bush was found in a field Sunday morning by two boys she had two sons. Other items note reflections on news writings from Philadelphia Ledger and comments on coal and Irish questions plus ads for hats suits and real estate in the Morton area.
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Elle
Philadelphia Ledger
England
Alderman Attendance Fined In Menominee Council
The Menominee city council adopts an ordinance imposing a two dollar fine on each alderman for every meeting they miss to ensure attendance for public business. An era of social sketches and small ads fills the rest of the column, including millinery sale notices and brief local notices about real estate, confectionery, and walking hats.
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