Senate Passes sweeping anti polygamy bill
A sweeping anti polygamy bill passed the senate last week. It imposes fines up to 500 dollars and imprisonment up to five years for practicing polygamy in U S territories or other areas under jurisdiction. The piece provides ineligible status for office under the United States or any territory. The rest of the text reflects farmland development and Dakota expansion contrasted with eastern stump-filled fields, urging Iowa and Illinois residents to settle in Dakota for abundant land and rail access.
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Senate
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Come West to Dakota Farmers Welcome New Settlers
A Dakota Farmer exhortation invites tenants and eastern workers to relocate to Miller County. It praises cheap soil fertile land and healthful climate, urging readers to own homes, gain independence, and build futures through industry and honesty. The plea targets farmers, laborers, and young adults seeking improved livelihoods.
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Dakota
Tony
How to Obtain Public Lands In Early US Policy
The text outlines preemption and homestead rights for US citizens or declarants over 21. Pre-emptors may enter up to 160 acres with a $2 filing fee, build a dwelling, and later pay $1.25 per acre within 30 months. Homesteaders can claim 160 acres by affidavit for $14, reside five years, and prove up within two years for a $4 final deed. Lands under lime spread laws are protected from prior debts.
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Iowa
Ilinois
Rth
Hand County
Miller
Empire County
United States
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