The Admission Of The Omnibus States, 1889-1890 (1912)

The Admission of the Omnibus States, 1889-1890 is a historical book written by Frederic Logan Paxson and published in 1912. The book focuses on the admission of six states - North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Washington, Idaho, and Wyoming - to the United States of America during the years 1889 and 1890. Paxson provides a detailed account of the political and social circumstances that led to the formation of these states, including the struggles of the settlers in the region, the impact of the railroads, and the influence of political leaders such as President Benjamin Harrison. The author also delves into the debates and controversies surrounding the admission of these states, including the issue of whether they should be admitted individually or as a group, the role of the federal government in the process, and the concerns of existing states about the impact of the new states on their political power. Overall, The Admission of the Omnibus States, 1889-1890 provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a pivotal moment in American history, shedding light on the complex factors that shaped the country's expansion and development during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.