1. On March 4, 1867, the Nebraska territorial legislature voted to move the capital from Omaha to Lancaster, which later became known as Lincoln. This decision paved the way for the growth and development of the vibrant capital city that exists today.

2. March 4, 1986, marked the opening of the Strategic Air Command (SAC) Museum in Ashland, Nebraska. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of the US Air Force's air combat command and its role in defending the nation.

3. On March 4, 1909, George Dern, the future Governor of Utah and US Secretary of War, was appointed as the chief engineer of the Nebraska State Railway Commission. Dern played a critical role in modernizing and improving the state's rail infrastructure and transportation network.

4. March 4, 1951, was the birthdate of Nebraska native and well-known football coach Tom Osborne. Osborne coached the University of Nebraska football team for 25 years, during which time he won three national championships and achieved an impressive record of 255 wins and only 49 losses.

5. Finally, on March 4, 1930, Nebraska Governor Arthur Weaver signed a bill that made it illegal to manufacture, sell, or distribute malt beverages in the state. This marked the beginning of prohibition in Nebraska, which lasted until 1933 when the 21st Amendment to the US Constitution was ratified, repealing the national prohibition of alcohol.