150 years ago

May 26, 1876

Nothing is more definitely settled than the fact that central Kansas is great wheat-raising country. Last year’s harvest was a rich one. We chronicled yields over 50 bushels per acre.

With such a reward for labor, it is no wonder that every available “breaker” in the county is actively turning over the sod, preparatory to sowing a vast area in the fall. At this rate, Marion County will become one vast wheat field in a few years.

Married, at the residence of the bride’s parents near Marion Centre by the Rev. C.A. Stein on Tuesday morning, May 23, 1876, E.W. Hoch to Miss Sarah Lou Dickerson.

If anyone is desirous of knowing the whereabouts of the editor of the Record during this week, let him read Luke 14:20.

Colonel Plumb of Emporia has accepted the invitation to be orator on the Fourth. He has a state reputation as a speaker, and we feel justified in saying that those who come to Marion Centre on the Fourth to hear him will be amply repaid.

The committee on arrangements is making extraordinary efforts to make it a day of pleasure and profit. The military will parade, the band will play, and the girls will smile.

Billing’s Park is now open for the season. Clean and quiet, neat and tasty. Nature’s own rare gem.

We intend to render attractive for those who can appreciate the beautiful and shady quiet retreat. We invite the liberal patronage of the public of our entire county and more especially of those who wish the park to be a prize and an ornament of our city.

Positively no intoxication, liquor drinking, or rowdyism allowed on the grounds at any time. The park must and shall be a desirable resort for gentlemen and ladies at all times.