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Wood, Parsons & Co., Albany
337
Lawyer.
Saxton, Win. W., East Chatham
200
Leather and Findings.
Anable, Henry, Indaon
18
Herrick, C. L. & Son, Kinderhook and
Chatham Villare ....
Reynolds, Allen, Hudson
2295
Lime, Cement Etc.
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Boright, S. & J. W., Chatham Village. . 202
Gifford, E. H., Hudson.
194
Macy, HI. & Son, Hudson
226
Livery Stables.
Membert, James J., Kinderhook.
251
Lumber Dealers.
Boright, S. & J. W., Chatham Village .. 202
Gifford, E. H., Hudson.
.194
Macy, H. & Son, Hudson.
226
Marble Works.
Smith, Chas., Chatham Village
258
Millinery.
Hanor, E. W. Mrs., Chatham Village .. . . 214
Tracy, Delia E., Chatham Village ...
.. 230
Mowers and Reapers.
Adriance, Platt & Co., New York ... on Map Music and Musical Instruments. Hedges & Heermans, Hudson. .190
Nurseries.
Brocksbank. Wm., Hudson.
.25
Wildey, D. C., Hudson.
256
Painters, (House, Sign, Carriage Etc.)
Baringer, John I., Germantown
231
Hakes, W. B., Andson
302
Paper and Woolen Machinery.
Ellsworth, John F., Philmont.
218
Patent Medicine Manuf.
Houghtaling, Isaac, Hudson
331
Photographer.
Canfield, James Edgar, Hudson
..
190
Physicians.
Howe, C. B., Seneca Falls
20
Kingsley. W. J. P., Rome
1
Waterz, II. A. Mrs., Hudson
262
Pictures and Picture Frames.
Hedges & Hvermans, Hudeon ..
190
Vincent, O. F. & Co., Chatham Village.335
Plows and Plow Castings.
(See also Agricultural Implements.)
Ellsworth, John F., Philmont.
.218
Mackey, Isaac N., Germantown
238
Williams & Loomis, Hillsdale
2
Plumbers.
O'Connell, Wm., Hudson.
190
Parker, Byron, Hudson
230
Printing Offices.
Advertiser. Kinderhook.
234
Columbia Republican, Hudson
298
Courier, Chatham.
210)
Register, Hadson
2,50
Star, Hud-on.
.310
Real Estate Agents.
Canfeld & Woolbiser, Chatham ...
.210
Sesh, Blinds and Doors, Boright, S. & J. W., Chatham Village. . . 202
INDEX TO ADVERTISEMENTS.
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Sewing Machines.
Fowler, J. D., Hudson. PAGE
258
Small Beer Manufacturer.
Tyler F. W., Chatham Village.
18
Stage Proprietor.
Membert, James J., Kinderhook.
254
Steamship Agents.
Macy, H. & Son, Hudson
226
Stoves, Tinware Etc.
Morris. G. L., Chatham Village 218
Palmer, Daniel, Stuyvesant Falls. 334
Peabody & Rossman, Hudson .282
Reynolds, Ebenezer, Copake.
190
Thermometer Manufs.
Kendall, John & Co., New Lebanon. .266
Tobacconists.
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Herbs. F. & M., Hudson
.30}
Rosenthal, Isaac, Hudson
16
Toy Dealers.
Hedges & Heermans, Hudson.
.. 190
Undertakers.
Birckmayer, Philip, Kinderhook. 250
Carpenter & Flint, East Chatham.
Denegar & Lasher, Germantown.
Fish, I. A., Chatham Village.
.216
Wooden and Willow Ware.
(See also General Merchants.)
Burrows, C. M. & Co., Chatham Village.273 Peabody & Roseman, Hudson. . . . . . . 232
The Hudson Daily and Weekly | traveling public. It is situated on Warren Star .- In 1847 we commenced the publica- Street, in the center of the business por- tion of the city, and is convenient for those who come in from the adjacent towne of Columbia County as well as for com- mercial travelers who may have business in Hudson. Mr. Van Tasel keeps his table well supplied with the delicacies of the season, and in many other ways extends courtesies to his guests, the influence of which is to gain for him many friends. See card on page 335. tion of The Columbia Washingtonian. a weekly paper, about the size of The Daily Klar before its present enlargement. The Washingtonian met with a liberal patron- age, and ia 1$50 it was merged into The Hudson Weekly Star. Like its predecessor, this paper met with success, and its enb- scription list received liberal additions. being neutral in Politics and independent in its tone. men of both parties recognized The Weekly Star as a valuable newspaper, and gave it their hearty support. The same can be said of it to-day. It has the largest Circulation in Columbia County, and on Thursday, June 22d, 1871, it was issued as an organ of the Republican party, and al- though at the outset it met with a stubborn opposition at the hands of a rival sheet, the Cumbia Republican, it out-stripped all expectations and is destined to take the lead
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In the year 1847 the publication of The Itd'y Morning Star commenced, it being Wir fir t daily paper ever issued in this city. Allegh but about a third the size of to- day's mane, it lived, took root, and it was I' lou, before its perinsuency was a mat- for . fact, and The Daily Morning Star was gladly welcomed to the houses of citizens of that tine. It being deemed best suited to the convenience and taste of our patrons, We chat xed the name of The Morning Star wi've Mening Sar, and it was issued as an escriba paper for two months, when the Inine nay afin changed to The Hudson Daily Star. In the year 1557, in the month of May. we removed our office to its pres- ent heating, and in a few years afterward wer ade The Mar an afternoon paper, and it has continued so until the present time. Wo tave thar briony Liven iny hetery of twenty years .- [ED. DAILY AND WEEKLY STAR. See advertisement on page 310.
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Central House, Hudson .- This well known hotel, presided over by that prince among landlords, Wm. H. Van | be made. Tasel, has long been a favorite with the l page 101.
G. W. Shepard, Book Binder and Blank Book Manufacturer, 265 River St., Troy, N. Y., advertises on page 102. We take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to this advertisement that they may know where they can have their okdi books, magazines, newspapers, etc., bound in a substantial manner and at reasonable rates. Persons in the city or country will find Mr. Shepard ever ready to attend to their wants. Hle is prepared to manufac. ture Blank Books in every desirable style and with any kind of Ruling. We com. mend him to the patronage of the public. feeling assured that his work will be satte. factory to his customers.
Daniel Paluver, dealer in Stores. Tinware, Sheet Iron, Copper &c., Stuff.s. ant Falls, N. Y., will supply you with any- thing in bis line, from a tin cup to s Siove er a Pump. Those who are laying in a stock for the winter will do well to call and see him. He advertises on page 334.
Tyler & Bamin, proprietors of the Union Store, Chatbam Village, N. Y., offerto the public a large and choice ss-valment of Staple and Fancy Goods, Groceries, Crock- cry, Glass and Stone Ware. In fact they offer almost everything needed for the com- Part of a Articles family. Those who we're gunde can have them ; those who want a cheaper article, can be accommodat- ed. To one and all then we guy, call at the Union Store, and your presence will not be A bore. If you wish to trade, money will Seo advertisement on colored
BUCKEYE
Adriance, Flaut & co., 165 Greenwich .. Mowerund For-Baking Renner, the mont }
& ork. For Cord on Map.
Harvester in the World.
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COLUMBIA COUNTY BUSINESS DIRECTORY.
H. MILTON FORD,
Manufacturer and Dealer in Fashionable Hats & Caps, Furs, Gent's Furnishing Goods.
FORD's Perfect Fitting Shirts is the cry wherever you go ; he keeps a large stock on hand, and a variety of Patterns made to order. Under Shirts and Drawers, of French, English and American Manufac- ture. Robes of every description on hand and made to order. Repairing of Robes neatly executed at the shortest notice.
Horse Blankets, of every style, color and quality, which I warrant to be superior to any others made. Main Street, Chatham Village, N. Y.
" Look for the Gal of the Period ! I. ROSENTHAL, Proprietor,
CIGAR & TOBAGOO STORB,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL, The Choicest Brands of CIGARS of all kinds constantly ou band. Also, all kinds of
Tobacco, snuff, Meerschaum and Clay Pipes, And everything pertaining to the trade. Give us a Call. 163 Warren Street, Hudson, N. Y.
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VIRGIN!'
HAFIFES.
MISSES
C.&D.SMITH
Fashionable
DRESS MAKERS,
283
Warren Street
N. Y.
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INTERNAL REVENUE OFFICERS-COURTS.
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U. S. Internal Revenue Officers in Columbia County, 12th District. ASSISTANT ASSESSORS.
8th Division, city of Hudson, Henry Miller. P. O. ADDRESS 9th Division, towns of Claverack, Ghent, Greenport, Copake, Hillsdale Hudson
and Ancram, David Nefus. . Hollowville 10th Division, towns of Gallatin, Clermont, Taghkanick, Germantown Hudson and Livingston, J. M. Strever .....
11th Division, towns of Chatham, Austerlitz, Canaan and New Lebanon,
E. F. Bartlett. Ghent 12th Division, towns of Kinderhook, Stuyvesant and Stockport, George Kinderhook Reynolds
COLLECTOR. Hudson
Sth Division, J. M. Johnson DEPUTY COLLECTORS.
9th Division,.B. S. Johnson. . Hudson
10th Division, A. Fingar .. . Livingston
11th Division, I. E. Rowley Lebanon Springe
12th Division, Calvin Ackley Kinderbook
GAUGERS.
George H. Macy Hudson Josiah Arnold. .State Line, Berkshire Co., Mass
Courts in Columbia County, 1871.
CIRCUIT COURTS AND COURTS OF OYER AND TERMINER, TO BE HELD AT THE COURT HOUSE IN HUDSON.
Second Monday of January MILLER, Jurtico
. INGALLA, Justice
Secoudi Mouday of April
HOGEBOOM, JLEtice
First Monday of October
COUNTY COURTS AND COURTS OF SESSIONS. DARIUS PECK, COUNTY JUDGE.
Third Monday of February Petit Jury Third Monday of June Grand and Petit Jury Third Monday of September Petit Jury
Mower and Self- Raking Reaper, the most Perfect Harvester in the World. Adriance, Platt & Co., 165 Greenwich St., New York. See Card on Map.
BUCKEYE
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COLUMBIA COUNTY BUSINESS DIRECTORY. /
HENRY ANABLE, Manufacturer of Leather, AND DEALER IN
WOOL, LEATHER AND FINDINGS, No. 34 South Front Street, Hudson, N. Y.
N. B .- Cash paid for Wool, Hides, Skins, Tallow & Sumac.
H. D. SIMPSON & CO., MANUFACTURERS AND WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
BUCKSKIN Gloves & Mittens
Chatham Villase, N. Y. Railroad Avenue.
H. D. SIMPSON. GEO. L. MORRIS.
F. W. TYLER, At the Bowling Saloon, on Main Street, Chatham Village, N. Y.,
SMALL BEER MANUFACTURER, AND DEALER IN Fruits, Confectionery, Soda Water and Temperate Drinks of all kinds, I also have a Magic Grease Extractor, For removing Grease, Pitch or Palot from Clothing.
Tilley & Alderoftt, Merchant Tai- F. & M. Herbs, manufacturers of Cigars and dealers in all kinds of goods desired by the lovers of the Weed, have a lors. Nos. 201 and 203 Warren Street, Hud- son, N. Y., advertise inside first cover. As the season is approaching when the; fine a-sortment at No. 339 Warren Street, covering of the outer inan must be renewed Hudson, N. Y., where those who want a good Cigar or the best brand . of Smoking Fand Chewing Tobacco cannot fail to be euited. Their card appears on page 303. to keep out the frosts of our northern climate, we are happy to be able to inform our readers where they can find ready- made Clothing of the best quality and of All Fizes to snit the multitude. MesFry. T.
Williame & Loomla, proprietors & A. are bound to suit . their customers of the Hillestale Iron Beam Plow, publish a whether they want a full enit or a single; card on page 2. The merits or diis ploy are acknowledged by all who have need it. They inske all kinds of Plow Castings and
garment. They will make up to order. in the best style, anything required by the most exacting. Give them a call before ! do a general Jobbing business. Let all In- making your purchases.
terested take notice.
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PUBLISHER'S NOTICES.
Weed, Parsons & Co., of Albany, advertise their Publications on colored | page 337. We commend this advertise- ment to the special attention of members of the Legal Profession and others who are interested in Law Books. Their ex- tensive Lithographing, Printing and Pub- lishing establishment on Columbia Street was destroyed by fire April 7, 1St1. They are temporarily located at No. 14 James Street. They are rebuilding upon the old site, in the most substantial manner, and when completed will have one of the finest and most convenient establishments of the kind in the State.
Webster's Deflecting and Cen- ter-Draft Hot-Air Furnace ap- pears to answer all the conditions for heat- ing Dwellings, Halle, Churches, &c., better than any other now in use. It is easily managed, free from dust and gas, and re- quires a less amount of fel than other furnaces to produce the same amount of 'heat. No water evaporator is used and the fresh air is introduced and conveyed to the spartments to be heated, without being
deprived of its vitality. Judging from the recommendatione of those who have used this furnace, it is worthy of the attention of all who contemplate purchasing a heat- ing apparatus for public or private build- Inge. Itis manufactured and sold by M. L. FILLEY, No. 2-1 River Street, Troy, N. Y. See advertisement on page 335.
Cheney, Hand & Co., Boot and Shoe dealers, No. 118 Warren Street, Hud- son. N. Y., advertise on page 334. They keep constantly on band a good stock of the best made goods and sell at fair prices. Their Custom Department is a specialty. And owing to the care and accuracy of their measurements, they are able to give their customers fits. without suffering mar- tyrdom while breaking in new boots. Call and ree.
F. W. Tyler, manufacturer of Small Beer and dealer in Confectionery, Fruits, ke., Main Street, Chatham Village, N. Y., publishes a card on page 1S. Persons in want of any luxuries in his line will be accommodated. Call and see.
Howe's Never-Falling Ague Cure and Tonic Bitters, and Howe' Concentrated Syrup, are prepared under the personal supervision of Dr. C. D. Howe, the proprietor, at Seneca Falla. N. Y., for ague and fever, and all periode diseases, rheumatism, paralysis. etc. The "Ague Cure " hus produced won- derful cures. The "Syrup, " for the blood, liver, skin, digestive and uterine organs, Ins cured many cases of serofula, cancer. tumors, goiter, salt rheum, scaldhead, and many other diseases too numerous to men- tion in this place. See card, page 20.
C. M. Burrows & Co. announce. on page 273, that they are prepared to Par- with Groceries, Provisions. Wooden Ware, Stationery &c., to the inhabitants of Cust. ham Village and vicinity, in quantities to suit purchasers and at prices to sait the times. Call and sec.
HI. Milton Ford, manufacturer and dealer in Hata, Caps and Fare, Main S !. Chatham Village, N. Y., keeps an excellent assortment of all goods in his line, And manufactures to order to snit the mort exacting. Anything in the line of Gquis' Furnishing Goods will be sold at priccs that cannot fail to satisfy all reasonable demande. Robes and Horse Blankets, of the best quality, always on hand. card appears on page 16.
Houghtaling's Manufactory, Hudson. N. Y., is advertised on page 334. Prof. Isaac Houghtaling manufactures Hair Restorative, Washing Compound. Inks, Syrups, Salves, for the sale of which he wi-h- es to employ agents. His place of business is south-east of Public Square, between the Square and Eighth Street. Let those in. terested take notice.
H. D. Simpson & Co., manufac- turers and wholesale dealers in Buckskin Gloves and Mittens, Chatham Village, N. Y., publish a card on page 18. As cold weather approaches, country dealers will find it to their advantage to call on Simpson & Co., and purchase a supply for their cus- tomers. They will find good goods and fair prices. Call and see.
I. Rosenthal, Proprietor of Cigar and Tobacco Store, No. 163 Warren Street, Hudson, N. Y., is prepared to supply the lovers of the Weed with the best in the market, and as for pipes, he will sell you anything, from a clay pipe to an elegant Meerschaum, as cheap as the cheapest and as good as the best. Call on him for any- thing in his line. Hlis card is on page 16.
P. Vanderpoel, manufacturer and dealer in Saddle and Harness goods of every description, is prepared to supply his customers with anything in this line. of as good quality and at as low a price as any of his neighbors. Those interested will find his place of business east side of Public Square, Hudson, N. Y. Eve card on page 193.
O. F. Vincent & Co., Wholess'e and Retail dealers in Furniture, Chathama Vi !- lage, N. Y., advertise on colored papras. This is one of the largest and bert shekel establishments in the County. Furt.store for the Parlor, Chamber. Kitchen or velice. can be purchased here at the lowest puffer. Mattresses and Spring Beds, of the .. . improved style and of the best material. can always be found. Picture Fraun > of all sorts and sizes, on hand and made up to order. Let those who are shoot formaking their houses call and examine the stock of Vincent & Co., before making their pur- chasea.
Miskes C. & D. Smith, Fashionable Dressmaker, No. 223 Warren Street, And- A. N. Y., Advertise on part IG. The Toties of Ifidson will find the Misses Smith prepared to do all work in their lite in a moner to suit the most fastidions. Give them & call before making engage- ments elsewhere.
BUCKEYE
York.
Ner Card on Map.
Harvesterin the World.
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COLUMBIA COUNTY BUSINESS DIRECTORY.
HOWE'S NEVER-FAILING AGUE CURE AND TONIC de
Warranted to cure, permanently, Chills, Ague and Fever, and all Periodic Diseases. - It cures Sciatic Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Paralysis, and all Weaknesses, &c., being won- derfully adapted to CURING Disease. restoring health and strength.
This Preparation is purely Vegetable, and entirely free from Quinine or Mineral Poison. N. B .- Persons using this Medicine can commence working immedi- ately, and without fear of the disease returning. EP WARRANTED.
Dr. C. B. Howe, Sole Proprietor, Seneca Falls,
T. Y.
HOWE'S CONCENTRATED SYRUP.
For the Blood, Lirer, Skin, Digestire & Uterine Organs, and the System
generally.
It Restores Health by Purifying the Blood, Correcting the Liver, Cleans- ing the Skin, Strengthening and Restoring the Digestive and Uterine Organs, Regulat- ing and Penovating the System. It cures Scrofula or Kings Evil, Cancers, Tumors, Goiter, all Swellings of the Throat or Glands, Salt Rheum, Scald Head, Camp Ich, Erysipelas, Carbuncles, Boils, Blotches, Pimples, Sores, Mercurial & Syphilitic diseases, Viceration of the Mouth and Throat, Liver, Kidneys ; also Catarrh, Rheumatism, Piles, Gravel, Jaundice, Uterine and Female difficulties. " Take no other, and you will not be disappointed.
C. D. HOWE, M. D., Prop'r, Seneca Falls, N. Y.
Traver & Bell, dealers in Dry Goods, | N. Y., is prepared to supply his patrons Gro-cries. Hats, Caps &c., Main Street, with everything essential to the proper dressing of the horse, Mr. Roraback bas recently started business here. and our readers will consult their own interest as well as his by giving him their patronage. Ili- card appears ou page 392. Chattam Village, N. Y., are prepared to for- bish their customers with a great variety of groo le at low prices. Their stock of Paper Hang wgs and Oil Cloths commends itself to the notice of the public. See card on colored pete 102.
Fred. Sluyter, Carriage and Sleich Maker, chatham Center, N. Y , advertises on page 230. Those who favor him with their patronage will find him prompt and fait .... in fulfilling all orders. Repairing of all kinds neatly done.
Reuben Mover, Carriage Trimmer and dealer in Harness, Saddles, &c .. Ger- mantown, N. Y., adverti-ta on page 235. Mr. Hover has a well established business reputation, keeps a good stock and does work that would be & credit to eny msn. We commend bim to the patronage of our readers, in the belief that those who pat -! rouize lim will get their money's worth. Try him and see.
Homer Crandell, dealer in Dry Goods, Crockery and Glass Ware, Main Street, Chatham Village, N. Y., publishes a finely illustrated advertisement on page 210, from which we learn that he off. te tomars, both as regards price and sto ... Those who want anything in bie hne need not go to the city for it, but give Crandall a call. A word to the wise, &c.
Peter Hobel, Carriage and Sleigh Maker, Chatham Village, N. Y., manufac- tares to order and keeps on hand for sale a good assortment of the most desirable Etyles. By a careful selection of materis!s and the employment of the best workmen, he is able to give the best of satisfaction to his numerous customers. His card appears on colored page 102.
Henry Anable, Leather Mannfac- turer and dealer in Wool, Leather and Findings, No. 34 South Front Street, Hud- sou, N. Y., advertises on page 18. Sir. A.'s stock is good and his prices low.
F. P. Spencer, dealer in Hita, Caps and Fure, at No. 283 Warren St., Hudson, publishes a card on page 2. Citizens of Columbia County will fud bis store at all times filled with good goods of the latest styles, and his prices are always marked dolen.
Tompkins & Doty, harness manu- facturers and dealers in Troukg, Valises, And all goods usually found in a first-class rhop. They manufacture to order from the best of materials and well as cheap as any establishment in the County. Their shop is in Oddfellows Building, Chatham Village.
Emory Rorabacks, Carriage Trim- mer and Harness Maker, Glenco Mills, 13ce advertisement on Misp.
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THE STATES, THEIR SETTLEMENT, ETC.
THE STATES,
THEIR SETTLEMENT, ADMITTANCE TO THE UNION, POPULATION, SUFFRAGE LAWS, ETC.
LABAM:1 was settled near Mobile, in 1702, by the French; was formed into a Territory by act of Congress, approved March 3, 1817, from the eastern portion of the Territory of Mississippi; framed a Con- stitution August 2, 1819, and was admitted into the Union December 14 of the same year. Area 50,723 square miles, or 39,462,080 acres .- Population in 1860, 964,201, of whom 435,080 were slaves. It is the chief cotton growing State of the Union. White male citizens who have re- sided one year in the State and three months in the county, are entitled to vote. An election for a Convention was held December 24, 1960, and a majority of over 50,000 votes cast for secession ; the Convention met January 7, 1861, and on the 11th passed the ordinance of secession, by a vote of 61 to 39, which was followed on the 21st by the resignation of its members of Congress.
MIT K.A.S.ALS was settled at Arkansas Post in 1685, by the French, ami was part of the Louisiana purchase ceded by France to the United States, April 30, 1803. It was formed into a Territory by act of Congress, March 2, 1519, from the southern part of the Territory of Missouri; its werfern boundary was settled May 26, 1824, and its southern, May I, Having adopted a Constitution, a memorial was presented in Congres, March 1, 1836, and an act for its admission into the Union pavel June 15 of the same year. Area 52,198 square miles, or 83,100,- In 1900 its population was 485,450, of whom 111, 115 were shaves It is an agricultural State, its staples being corn and cotton .- Citizenship and residence in the State for six months, qualify voter- in the waty and district where they reside. January 16, 1861, its Legislature ordered a State Convention, which assembled, and on May 6, voted to are de, 00 to 1. January 4, 1854, a Convention assembled in Little Rock, which adopted a new Constitution, the principle feature of which eufristed in a clause aboli-bing slavery. The Convention adjourned January 29. This hady also inaugurated a Provisional Government. The Constitution was atdumitted to the people, and 19,127 votes cast for it, '1o 226 against it. The State was re-orgnaized under the plan contained in the Amnesty Proclamation of President LINCOLN, in pursuance of which an election was held March 14, 1964. The vote required under the Proclamation was 6,405. About 10,000 votes were cast.
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THE STATES, THEIR SETTLEMENT, ETC.
CALIFORNIA was settled at Diego in 1768, by Spaniards, and was part of the territory ceded to the United States by Mexico, by the treaty concluded at Guadaloupe Hidalgo, February 22, 1848. After several inef- fectual attempts to organize it as a Territory or admit it as & State, a law was passed by Congress for the latter purpose, which was approved September 9, 1850. Area 188,981 square miles, or 120,947,784 acres. Population in 1800, 305,439. It is the most productive gold mining re- gion on the continent, and also abounds in many other minerals .- White male citizens of the United States, and those of Mexico who may choose to comply with the provisions of the treaty of Queretaro, of May 30, 1848, who have resided in the State six months and in the county or dis- trict thirty days, are entitled to vote.
CONNECTICUT was settled at Windsor, in 1633, by English Puri- tans from Massachusetts, and continued under the jurisdiction of that Prov- ince until April 23, 1662, when a separate charter was granted, which con- tinued in force until a Constitution wasformed, September 15, 1818. It was one of the original thirteen States, and ratified the United States Con- stitution, January 9, 1788. Area 4,074 square miles, or 2,991,300 acres. Population in 1860, 460,147. It is one of the most densely populated and principal manufacturing States in the Union. Residence for six months, or military duty for a year, or payment of State tax, or a free- hold of the yearly value of seven dollars, gives the right to vote.
DELAWARE was settled at Wilmington, early in 1638, by Swedes and Finns; was granted to William Penn, in 1682, and continued under the government of Pennsylvania until the adoption of a Constitution, September 20, 1776; a new one was formed June 12, 1792. It was one of the original thirteen States, and ratified the United States Constitu- tion, December 7, 1787. Area 2, 100 square miles, or 1,356,800 acres .- Population, in 1860, 112,216, of whom 1,298 were slaves. It is a grain and fruit growing State, with some extensive manufactories. Residence in the State one year, and ten days in the election district, with payment of a State or county tax assessed ten days prior to an election, gives the right to vote, except that citizens between twenty-one and twenty-two years of age need not have paid the tax.
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