Unofficial Symbols and Unsuccessful Proposals
While most states have an official motto and nickname, the Washington Legislature never officially adopted either. "Al-ki", meaning "by and by" in Chinook Jargon, is the state's unofficial motto, first appearing on the territorial seal designed by Lt. J.K. Duncan. Washington was unofficially nicknamed "The Evergreen State" by pioneer and historian C.T. Conover for its abundant evergreen forests.
Several symbols have been proposed for addition to the list of official state symbols but were not adopted. Proposed symbols have included Richard Berry's "Louie Louie" as the state song and Aplets and Cotlets (a confection made from apples and apricots by Liberty Orchards) as the state candy.
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