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Dakota Admitted Soon, Report Claims Population Surges
The anonymous 1888 gubernatorial report on Dakota praises rapid growth and abundance, arguing the territory’s area surpasses several European nations, valuation exceeds 8200 million, wheat and corn output soar, population climbs toward 600,000, and railroads and banks outpace many states, urging Republican support for statehood. The piece blends statistics with political advocacy, portraying Dakota as ready for admission to the Union while criticizing Democratic opposition.
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