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What Happened on March 3, 1885

Historical Events

  • 1st US state (California) establishes a permanent forest commission
  • American Telephone & Telegraph (AT&T) incorporates
  • US Congress passes Indian Appropriations Act (Indians wards of federal government)
  • US Post Office offers special delivery for 1st-class mail

About March 3, 1885

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 139 years, 4 months and 30 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces