How did james J. McAlester contribute to economic development in indian Territory? A. he established the oklahoma Mining company. B. He started the first cattle drive from texas to Kansas. C. He helped fund the railroad in indian Territory D. He formed the Cherokee strip Live stock Association.

A. he established the Oklahoma Mining company.

Explanation:

James J. McAlester contributed to the economic development in Indian Territory by making many lucrative coal claims and later on establishing McAlester Coal Mining Co. Thanks to his marriage with Rebecca Burney, James McAlester became a member of the Chickasaw Nation and whereupon opened up numerous job opportunities for the locals by way of his mining company.

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