Transcript: A Bill for the Removal of the Capitol of the Territory or Future State of Minnesota, and for other purposes

This document contains the text of a bill that was passed by the Minnesota Territorial Legislature in 1857 to transfer the capital of Minnesota from St. Paul to St. Peter. This document has been determined to have been written at that time, but it is most likely a working copy

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Annual Meeting Information Page

To ensure our members are well-informed about the upcoming Annual Meeting and their voting eligibility, below are pertinent details about what you're voting on and elections.

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A vintage map showing counties in parts of Minnesota, South Dakota, and Iowa. The map features regions such as Dakota, Sibley, and Hennepin, with details on rivers, lakes, and towns. Borders and boundaries are marked in colored lines.

The Changing Shape of Nicollet County

When Nicollet County was first established in 1853, its borders looked very different from today. Early maps placed its northern boundary along the Crow River, and the county seat moved before settling in St. Peter. Over time, township boundaries evolved, shaping the county we know now. Explore the story of

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