Hutchinson, Kansas is nicknamed the Salt City because it was built above some of the richest salt deposits in the world. Salt is still actively mined, processed and shipped from Hutchinson.
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The Oregon Trail passed thru six states, including Kansas. There were no Indian attacks reported on the Oregon Trail as the travelers passed through the state.
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The Geodetic Center of North America is about 40 miles south of Lebanon, Kansas at Meade's Ranch. It is the beginning point of reference for land surveying in North America.