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Frequently asked questions
Q:
Why is the county seat located in Jackson, MO rather than the larger city of Cape Girardeau?
A:
Originally Cape Girardeau was the County Seat, but it was moved to Jackson in 1814 because of a land dispute. When Louis Lorimier died in 1812 his Spanish Land...
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