The longest ocean cable in the world is that of the Eastern Telegraph Company, whose system, extends from England to India, and measures 21,000 miles. Africa is now completely encircled by submarine cables, which make up altogether a length of 17,000 miles.
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Auckland Star, Volume XXIII, Issue 141, 15 June 1892, Page 2
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