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Word: fremont (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1880-1889
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...development of the natural character was the special topic. After touching upon the characteristics of the mixed population that settled California, the lecturer proceeded to give an account of the first forcible measures by which our government gained a foothold in the state. It is thought that Captain Fremont received secret instructions from Washington to incite the American settlers against the Mexicans. As a result of these underhanded negotiations there was an uprising of the settlers which became known as the Bean Flag affair. The leaders in the movement were Dr. Semple and William Ide, two original products of this...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: Dr. Royce's Lecture. | 11/3/1885 | See Source »

...President Hayes is recommended for postmaster at Fremont, Ohio...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: TELEGRAPHIC BREVITIES. | 4/24/1883 | See Source »

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