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June 12, 1896
The Topeka State Journal
Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas
What is this article about?
Ten Mormon colonies, nearly all American, thrive in northern Mexico's rich lands, poised for value increase with railroads; US Consul at Paso del Norte reports their prosperity and regard, noting market for American goods.
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MORMONS IN MEXICO.
Ten Colonies Nearly All Americans, Are Exceedingly Prosperous.
Washington, June 12.-There are ten colonies of Mormons in Mexico, nearly all Americans. Their holdings are in the finest portion of northern Mexico, the soil is very rich and productive and with the advent of railroads from the nearest of which they are removed from 125 to 200 miles, these lands will greatly enhance in value.
United States Consul at Paso del Norte has made the colonists the subject of a special report to the state department. He finds that there is good opening for American goods among the colonists and says the Mormons are exceedingly prosperous and highly regarded.
Ten Colonies Nearly All Americans, Are Exceedingly Prosperous.
Washington, June 12.-There are ten colonies of Mormons in Mexico, nearly all Americans. Their holdings are in the finest portion of northern Mexico, the soil is very rich and productive and with the advent of railroads from the nearest of which they are removed from 125 to 200 miles, these lands will greatly enhance in value.
United States Consul at Paso del Norte has made the colonists the subject of a special report to the state department. He finds that there is good opening for American goods among the colonists and says the Mormons are exceedingly prosperous and highly regarded.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Exploration
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Mormon Colonies
Mexico
American Settlers
Prosperity
Railroads
Where did it happen?
Northern Mexico
Story Details
Location
Northern Mexico
Story Details
Ten Mormon colonies, nearly all Americans, hold prosperous lands in northern Mexico; US Consul at Paso del Norte reports their success and potential growth with railroads, plus market for US goods.