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1628-1775.
Settlement of New York by the Dutch in 1609.-Negroes introduced into the Colony, 1628.-The Trade in Negroes increased.-Tobacco exchanged for Slaves and Merchandise. Government of the Colony.-New Netherland falls into the Hands of the English, Aug. 27, 1664.-Various Changes.-New Laws adopted.-Legislation.-First Representatives elected