I didn't count them, but these sites should help.
http://etc.usf.edu/maps/pages/2800/2824/2824.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1890_in_the_United_States
How many states and territories were part of the United States in 1890?
Was it 44...
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Thank you Ms. Sue.... :)
You're welcome, Deborah.