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The book discusses the proposed territory of Arizona, its geography, and its potential for development, with a focus on its rich mineral resources and agricultural possibilities. The territory is described as being bounded by the Gila River, Rio Bravo del Norte, Chihuahua and Sonora, and the Colorado River. The author argues that Arizona should be organized as a separate entity, with its own government and laws, to attract settlement and development, and to provide protection from Apache Indians and other challenges. The book presents testimonials and a petition from residents, military officers, and settlers, who attest to the territory's potential and the need for a separate territorial organization. The author emphasizes the importance of establishing a firm government in Arizona to extend protection to American citizens, encourage American emigration, and nationalize the surrounding Mexican states. Ultimately, the book is a plea to Congress to grant the people of Arizona the right of self-government and protection under the law, and to establish Arizona as a separate territory with its own boundaries and laws.
The chapter discusses the proposed territory of Arizona, its geography, and its potential for mineral wealth and agricultural development. The territory is described as being bounded by the Gila River to the north, the Rio Bravo del Norte to the east, Chihuahua and Sonora to the south, and the Colorado River to the west. The chapter highlights the region's rich mineral resources, including silver, copper, and gold, and notes that the territory has been attached to the territory of New Mexico by an act of Congress. The author argues that the territory should be organized as a separate entity, with its own government and laws, in order to attract settlement and development. The chapter also discusses the challenges faced by the territory, including the presence of Apache Indians and the lack of protection from the US government. The author presents a petition from the residents of the territory, requesting that Congress establish a separate territorial organization for Arizona, with its own boundaries and laws, in order to provide protection and promote development.
The chapter discusses the potential of the Arizona Territory, highlighting its rich mineral resources, including silver, copper, and gold. The territory's geography and climate are also described, with an emphasis on its suitability for agriculture and mining. The chapter notes that the territory has been attached to New Mexico, but argues that it should be organized as a separate entity to attract settlement and development. The lack of protection from the US government and the presence of Apache Indians are cited as major challenges. The chapter also includes testimonials from various individuals, including military officers and settlers, who attest to the territory's potential and the need for a separate territorial organization. A petition from the residents of the territory is presented, requesting that Congress establish a separate territorial organization for Arizona, with its own boundaries and laws, to provide protection and promote development.
The chapter presents a detailed argument for the establishment of a separate territory, Arizona, from the Gadsden Purchase. The author highlights the region's rich mineral resources, including silver, copper, and gold, and its potential for agricultural development. The current lack of protection from the US government and the presence of Apache Indians are cited as major challenges. The chapter includes testimonials from various individuals, including military officers and settlers, who attest to the territory's potential and the need for a separate territorial organization. A petition from the residents of the territory is presented, requesting that Congress establish a separate territorial organization for Arizona, with its own boundaries and laws, to provide protection and promote development. The author emphasizes the importance of establishing a firm government in Arizona to extend protection to American citizens and to encourage American emigration, which will help to nationalize the surrounding Mexican states. The chapter concludes with a plea to Congress to grant the people of Arizona the right of self-government and protection under the law.