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with a large fountain encircling a statue of Neptune and
Venetian gondolas that carried passengers. Nearby, the
grounds also featured an Indian encampment, Buff alo Bill's
Wild West show, and two midways complete with rides,
games, shows, restaurants and various concessions.
It was even more impressive at night when the newfangled
Grand Court lit by incandescent bulbs, looking northwest. NSHS RG2752-1-11-1
Ticket for "Nebraska Day," June 14, 1898. NSHS 7999-34-B
The Machinery and Electricity Building exhibited the latest
technology. NSHS RG2752-01-10-1
