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The time, however, is not far distant, when the Canadian farmer will be unable to sell his lands in the Dominion and with the proceeds purchase a home in the States.
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He predicts a future scenario where Canadian farmers may struggle to sell their lands, leading to a desire for annexation to the U.S.
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