by Darren McMannis | Mar 28, 1878 | Good Old Days, Old News
The scoundrel who marked in large letters with red paint, on the doors of the Congregational Church, “For Sale or Rent,” ought to be introduced to the tar barrel and feather bag, and then invited to leave the county in one hour. The County Attorney in his...
by Darren McMannis | Apr 20, 1876 | Good Old Days, Old News
In the good old times, when a man was mysteriously missing, the first thing done was to drag the mill ponds and creeks to ascertain whether he had been accidently drowned; but now they examine his accounts to see whether he has stolen anything. The Newton Kansan,...
by Darren McMannis | Apr 5, 1876 | Good Old Days, Old News
The spiritualists of Newton, believing that investigation is the royal road to the citadel of truth, have organized a Religious Philosophical Society for the purpose of developing Mediums, and investigating psychic phenomena. The Harvey County News, Newton Kansas. ...
by Darren McMannis | Jun 25, 1875 | Good Old Days, Old News
J.E. Ruth and George W. Sweesy are members of the Halstead base ball club. While both were running to catch a ball, their intelligent heads collided. Ruth had one eye blacked and cheek bruised rather severely, while Sweesy had his nose broken and smashed very badly,...
by Darren McMannis | Aug 29, 1872 | Good Old Days, Old News
Be industrious and frugal young man, and a bright future will await you. Many a poor young man with only a little crowbar and a good deal of skill has opened a bank. The Newton Kansan, Newton, Kansas. August 29, 1872. Page 3.
