When Nebraska became a state in 1867, dissension broke out between those favoring a capital north of the Platte River and those favoring one south of it. To the dismay of the North Platters and the city of Omaha, Lancaster—with a population of 30—was chosen as capital and renamed Lincoln. To solidify their gain, South Platters moved state property and documents from Omaha to Lincoln overnight during a snowstorm. Learn More...