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1. www.gchsweb.org › p › geary-county-historyGeary County Historical Society: Geary County History

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   Jefferson Township, formed in 1878, was originally part of Jackson Township. It was named for Thomas Jefferson and contains the locations of the earliest settlements in the county. Originally it extended the whole north and south length of the county. Sometime between 1886 and 1897 two more townships were created.

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2. www.kshs.org › p › colonies-and-settlements-inColonies and settlements in Kansas Bibliography

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   Colonies and settlements in Kansas Bibliography. The below compiled bibliographies include both specific and general information relating to the history of colonies and settlements in Kansas. If there were four or more entries for a specific settlement, a separate bibliography was created. Links to those are listed below.

3. www.islandclippings.com › issues › issue_990The Early History of Milford Haven - Island Clippings

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   HOW TO REACH US: By email: islandclippings@gmail.com By phone: 705 246-1635 • By fax: 705 246-7060 By mail: The Island Clippings, 5285 5th Side Road, R. R. 1, Hilton Beach, Ontario P0R 1G0. Or simply use one of the Island Clippings boxes conveniently located at Ambeault’s. Kent’s Corner and the Hilton Beach Waterfront Centre Off-Island ...

4. www.kshs.org › kansapedia › settlement-in-kansasSettlement in Kansas - Kansapedia - Kansas Historical Society

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   The Indian Removal Act of 1830 resulted in the settlement of more than 10,000 American Indians to what is now Kansas. The Kickapoo, originally from Wisconsin, were removed to Kansas in 1832 from Missouri. In 1836 the Iowas from north of the Great Lakes were assigned a reservation in Kansas. In 1838 the Potawatomis began their move from northern ...

5. www.worldatlas.com › cities › 7-towns-in-kansas-with7 Towns in Kansas With Rich History - WorldAtlas

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   Dec 17, 2023 · Aerial view of downtown Hutchinson, Kansas. Hutchinson, population 39,700, sits on the Arkansas River in central Kansas. Founded in 1871, and the seat of surrounding Reno County, the town was nicknamed "Temperance City" for its anti-alcohol politics. The town's mining history is on display at Strataca, a working underground mine that welcomes ...

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6. www.kshs.org › p › forgotten-settlers-of-kansasForgotten Settlers of Kansas - Kansas Historical Society

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   Descendants are encouraged to supply information about ancestors in Kansas prior to 1900 for inclusion in the Council’s ongoing publication The Forgotten Settlers of Kansas—cited fully in the Bibliography —available in the Research Room of the Kansas State Historical Society. Requested information includes the name, birth and death dates ...

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   Where can I find information about ancestors in Kansas before 1900?

   • Descendants are encouraged to supply information about ancestors in Kansas prior to 1900 for inclusion in the Council’s ongoing publication The Forgotten Settlers of Kansas—cited fully in the Bibliography —available in the Research Room of the Kansas State Historical Society.

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   Why is Milford Haven called a haven?

   • The Haven is particularly blessed with the double charm of scenic beauty and historic romance One soon sees why it was called a haven, for while the white-capped breakers of Lake Huron are pounding on the shore, Milford Haven, that long gash in the coast line, remains perfectly calm and tranquil with scarcely a ripple on its surface.

   The Early History of Milford Haven - Island Clippings

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   Where can I find the Forgotten settlers of Kansas books?

   • The Forgotten Settlers of Kansas volumes are available in the Research Room of the Kansas State Historical Society’s Center for Historical Research, in many libraries within the State, and some libraries outside of Kansas.

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   Why did settlers settle in Kansas 130 years ago?

   • If you had ancestors in Kansas more than 130 years ago, there's a good chance they came to claim the free land offered to settlers by the Homestead Act passed by the U.S. Congress in 1862. During the settlement period, some immigrants preferred to settle in communities with people who shared the same culture and language.

   Settlement in Kansas - Kansapedia - Kansas Historical Society

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   When did the Miamis move to Kansas?

   • The Miamis were moved by barge from Indiana in 1846. In 1854 the newly created territory of Kansas was opened for white settlement. It was not until after the Civil War, however, that Kansas experienced a significant increase in population. Free and cheap land provided by the Homestead Act and the railroads attracted many settlers.

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   Why was Milford Haven called Pecksville?

   • In 1839, Major W. K. Rains, along with his partners Charles Thompson and Samuel Peck, established a store and conducted business at Milford Haven, which was named after a fa-vorite spot in Wales by Major Rains. However, on some old maps the small village was called Pecksville after Samuel Peck.

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8. lostkansas.ccrsdigitalprojects.com › kansasKansas Swedish Settlement Belt | Lost Kansas | A research ...

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