Atlantic Fisheries Disputes Addressed
The 1871 agreement included provisions about fishing access and arrangements concerning Canadian and American waters.
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1871 in United States of America
Explore 10 historical events and records for United States of America in 1871.
Historical records for United States of America in 1871
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Collector
Appointed Collector of the Port of New York by President Grant
Discovery of Pterodatyl
1st US paleontologist discovers the remains of a pterodatyl
Fish Directs Washington Negotiations
Secretary of State Hamilton Fish led the American side of negotiations establishing a framework for arbitration.
Grant Backs Washington Treaty Commission
President Ulysses Grant supported creation of a joint commission to resolve disputes with Great Britain.
Marriage
Edison marries Mary Stilwell
Senate Ratifies Anglo American Treaty
The United States Senate consented to ratification of the 1871 treaty providing for arbitration and other settlements.
Tweed Ring Corruption Exposed
The Times published investigations into the Tweed Ring's misuse of New York City funds, helping discredit a powerful political machine.
Washington Treaty Signed In May
The Treaty of Washington was signed on 8 May 1871 to settle important Anglo American disputes.
Ways and Means Committee
Chairs the House Ways and Means Committee in the early 1870s.
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