Which of the following ended up being the primary beneficiary of the Timber and Stone Act of 1878?
A) Lumber companies
B) Southern freedmen
C) Unemployed miners
D) Recent immigrants

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The Timber and Stone Act of 1878 allowed individuals and companies to purchase government land for timber and mineral rights at a very low cost. Lumber companies ended up being the primary beneficiaries of this act, as they were able to acquire large amounts of land at a discount and exploit the valuable resources found within.

Which of the Following Ended Up Being the Primary Beneficiary