Politics
William Penn and his heirs are both proprietors and governors of Pennsylvania. Government affairs are administered here by deputy or lieutenant governors, who are chosen by the proprietors and obedient to them.
William Penn and his heirs are both proprietors and governors of Pennsylvania. Government affairs are administered here by deputy or lieutenant governors, who are chosen by the proprietors and obedient to them.
Economics
Agriculture - Pennsylvania ranks as a leading agricultural area and produces surpluses for export, adding to its wealth. Wheat and corn
are the leading crops, though rye, hemp, and flax are also important.
Manufacturing -The abundant natural resources of the colony allow early development of industries. Arts and crafts, as well as home manufactures, have begun to grow rapidly. Sawmills and gristmills are located in Pennsylvania, using the power of the numerous streams. Pennsylvania is important in iron manufacturing. Printing, publishing, and papermaking are also significant industries.
Agriculture - Pennsylvania ranks as a leading agricultural area and produces surpluses for export, adding to its wealth. Wheat and corn
are the leading crops, though rye, hemp, and flax are also important.
Manufacturing -The abundant natural resources of the colony allow early development of industries. Arts and crafts, as well as home manufactures, have begun to grow rapidly. Sawmills and gristmills are located in Pennsylvania, using the power of the numerous streams. Pennsylvania is important in iron manufacturing. Printing, publishing, and papermaking are also significant industries.