"U. States" meaning in English

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          "text": "The name Jolly champagne, under which, at present, a large quantity of the best champagne is sold in the U. States, does not originate from a place in Champagne, but from an owner of extensive vineyards in that province, who exports much champagne to the U. States.",
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          "text": "The longest single railroad in the U. States is the New York and Erie, from New York city to lake Erie, 467 miles. Questions.—1. How many miles of railroads in the U. States?",
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