Jefferson City, since 1826 the capital of Missouri, is situated on the south bank of the Missouri River, 125 miles by rail W. of St. Louis. It has a state-house, governor's residence, U.S. court-house, state armoury and penitentiary (1500 convicts), and the Lincoln Institute, a state-supported college for coloured students. Pop. 6742.
Jefferson City
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