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Greetings from Nebraska

"The Cornhusker State"

postmarked in 2008 with 26 cent 'wild cat' stamp

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Nebraska - The Cornhusker State

"Nebraska" is from an Indian word meaning "Flat water".  This word, "Nebrathka", was another name for the Platte River.  Now, a few more interesting facts about our state....
State Flower:  Goldenrod
State Bird: Western Meadowlark
State Motto: "Equality Before the Law."
Capital: Lincoln
Statehood: March 1, 1867 - the 37th state
Area: 16th largest state
Population 38th most populated state

postmarked in 2007 with 26 cent 'wild cat' stamp