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From several different Indian words which translate "Ancient Father of Waters," "Great River," "Beyond Age," or "Chief River." The most common translation is "Father of Waters."
Magnolia State or Hospitality State
Jackson
2,84 million (2000)
47,233 (including 42 square miles of inland water surface.)
65 degrees Fahrenheit
