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The Gerry-mander : a new species of monster, which appeared in Essex South District in Jan. 1812. Salem, Mass. : s.n., 1812

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The Gerry-mander : a new species of monster, which appeared in Essex South District in Jan. 1812. Salem, Mass. : s.n., 1812

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First broadside printing of Gerry-mander map of Essex County. The map, enhanced to resemble a salamander, was created as a protest by Federalists opposed to the Massachusetts redistricting legislation that rearranged district lines in order to g
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Printed Ephemera Collection; Portfolio 0, Folder 1.

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01/01/1812
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