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When Lt. John Love departed St. Louis with 80 raw recruits in mid-May, 1847, it was as an experienced officer with many years on the fringes of the American frontier. He had been with Capt. P. St. George Cook on June 30, 1843, when his First Dragoons captured Texian forces operating in American territory near present-day Larned, Kan. The arrest of Col. Jacob Snively and 107 troops became a celebrated event among the dragoons.
Read moreAbout a week ago, a dozen residents attended a meeting in the J.H. Robbins basement community room to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Ellsworth County as it moves into the future.
Read moreOn the evening of the 17th day of June, 1848, Tandy Giddings, an old plainsman, rode forward and doffing his cap, said: “Lieutenant, you should double your guards tonight.”
Read moreSo, do you ever stop and think deeply about what you’re doing? What you might not be doing? Where you’re going?
Read moreThis is the first in a series of four stories about Ellsworth Correctional Facility inmates who have used a new state program to earn their high school diploma and certificates in welding. They are the first to utilize the program through a partnership between Barton County College and the Kansas Department of Corrections.
Read moreUpon his death, April 1, 1891, Chester Thomas was eulogized for his efforts in the advancement of the state of Kansas.
Read moreThis is in response to the Op-Ed, “Protect Title Nine from unfair competition.”
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