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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1882

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2

Elephant Jumbo Stands 14 Feet High In Global Measure

The Cincinnati Commercial notes Jumbo the elephant stands 14 feet tall and claims it is the world’s largest aside from an Indian elephant of similar size. It marks the first widely reported measurement of elephants worldwide.

Cincinnati India Mary Anderson U. S New Jersey John Brown Saratoga Cal Arthur San Francisco John Jas Mason St. Jacobs Lafayette Hingham Water Works Melville Ragged Island Fitchburg Hoosac Tunnel Boston Troy Canada Southern Athol Orange Miller’s Falls Falls North Adams Broyalston Wendell lLliam Pas Barndland Chartemont Hoosac Lowell Itefiburg Ayer Junction North Leominster Aver Junction Littletom and Shirie South Acton Chancec Concord Junction Greenville and Towtsena Hudson and Maynara Concord Simcoln Waltham Melby Watertown Auburn Watertown Cambridge

Dakota Statehood Debate Draws Lines Over Repudiation

The piece argues against a new Dakota state and its potential two senate seats, labeling the move as self serving and unrepublican. It contends repudiation taints state dignity, urges congressional and judicial scrutiny, and notes Democratic party faults while predicting GOP gains.

Dakota Territory Massachusetts Republican Committee Dakota Congress West South Grand Old Democratic Party

Political Economies and Tariffs Stir Public Debate

A sweeping critique of tariffs and the U.S. merchant marine argues that protective duties have depressed American shipping and wages. The piece cites international comparisons, calls for free trade, and mocks contemporary political figures while noting various cultural snippets.

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