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| New York Facts |
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New York State is home to 58 species of wild orchids. |
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In 1524, the South Shore of Long Island was discovered by Italian Explorer Verrazano. |
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Rochester, New York is known as both the Flour City and the Flower City. The community is home to the first abolitionist group, bloomers, marshmallows, Jell-O, French's Mustard, baby shoes, gold teeth and the mail chute. |
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