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We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.--That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men.
The expansion of railroads created more ways for things such as general goods to be shipped elsewhere to buyers or companies. (Hope this helps a bit, sorry for such a short answer.)
In 1665 the colony changed ownership and is now know as New York City.
