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The Topeka Daily Commonwealth of July 5, 1882, opened its coverage of the Independence Day celebration noting a cool and breezy morning that was “just the day for a holiday.” Observance of the day began early.
Read moreUSD 112 should continue efforts Dear USD 112 patrons, Two separate but equal K-12 school systems funded by one tax base (what we have had for several decades) is, by definition, an inefficient use of taxpayer dollars without any educational benefit to the students.
Read moreRegarding the following notification: “As a reminder, starting June 16, all letters to the editor must be less than 600 words.” As a regular reader of the Indy op/ed page for several decades, I oppose the limit.
Read moreCol. Henry Dodge marched from Fort Leavenworth, Kan., on May 28, 1835. One hundred twenty-five United States Dragoons and their officers pressed into Indian country along the Platte River, with the ultimate goal of reaching the Rocky Mountains. Their mission was to hold councils with Plains tribes to establish an understanding of peace, not only with the United States, but among the tribes themselves who were constantly warring with one another.
Read moreIt is with great sadness that the family of David W. Boyer announces his passing on May 20, 2023, at the age of 95.
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