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Emigration scheme sparks Washington Territory debate
The Vancouver Washington Territory paper critiques Mr Mercer emigration plan sending hundreds of daughters and wives of Union soldiers to the territory. It questions legislative support and warns about public sentiment in the East and local officials delaying or denying needed funds. It notes hostility to the scheme among some lawmakers and urges humane reception for arriving emigrants.
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