Political history of Minnesota, from 1847 to 1862, [187-].

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Political history of Minnesota, from 1847 to 1862, [187-].

An unpublished book draft (862 p.) on the formation and early history of Minnesota territory and state. It focuses primarily on political events, but also includes data on such subjects as business and journalistic enterprises, economic conditions, transportation, settlement, and Indian relations. A second segment deals with the early history of railroad enterprises and legislation (ca. 1856-1871).

7 lin. in. (2 boxes).

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SNAC Resource ID: 6782585

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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