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There are among them traders of no inconsiderable capital, and planters exporting cotton to some extent, but the greater number are small agriculturists, living in comfort upon the produce of their farms.
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Van Buren describes the economic activities of traders and agriculturists among Native Americans, highlighting their contributions.
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