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A fascinating window into the past was published Dec. 14, 1901, in the Topeka State Journal. The story features the recollections of John Armstrong, an antislavery activist who had been in Topeka since its founding in 1854. More of the story was found in “Kansas Historical Collections, Vol. VIII.”
Read moreSchool Boards are composed of members in positions to govern school districts and the education of students. This should be a formulation of intelligent, open-minded individuals. No personal agendas, no chips on shoulders and no burrs under saddles. The mission is to do the right thing in their governance.
Read moreLet’s continue to share the love of this dance form with youth
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As the nation moved toward Civil War in the tumultuous decade of the 1850s, Kansas Territory became a smoldering ember in a mounting conflict over slavery in America. Would the 34th state enter the Union in recognition of slavery or would it be a free state?
Read moreVote, comments were hurtful Dear Ms. Doty, My name is Jennifer Kepka and I live in Wilson with my husband, Dr. Dennis Kepka. I am a retired RN and I would like to comment on your statement that was highlighted in this week’s newspaper about the school situation.
Read moreUSD 112 board should seek to make meetings more available
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Abraham Lincoln arrived at the Springfield, Ill., telegraph office the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 8, 1860, to follow the election returns as they came in from across the country. Eight, nine, 10 o’clock brought state after state in favor of Mr. Lincoln for the office of President of the United States. When the city of New York carried for Lincoln, men threw up their hats with hurrahs and cheers for Lincoln, followed by cheers for New York and cheers for everybody!
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