Interesting Facts about Virginia

• Virginia might be considered a midwestern as well as an eastern state because it extends as far west as Detroit.
• George Washington was said to be as proud of his estate as of his public service. One of his many prizes was awarded for the largest jackass.
• The old apothecary shop in Alexandria, where Martha Washington bought castor oil in quarts, is still standing. One jokester said she probably used it to make her candy.