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Reflections - Spring 2015

Reflections Spring 2015Volume 9, Issue 2

The Kansas Historical Society touches the state in many different ways—through collections, sites, and ongoing programs. This issue of Reflections, a member benefit of the Kansas Historical Foundation, focuses on Finney County. Read Reflections, Spring 2015 (PDF).

  • American Indians once hunted buffalo on the rolling prairies and sand hills of the region.
  • American adventurers arrived to hunt buffalo and capture wild horses.
  • Photographers captured the natural beauty and the developing industries.
  • Industries provided opportunities for immigrants who came from around the world to find work.
  • Today the rich culture reflects these different traditions, languages, foods, and festivals.

In this issue:

The People and Their BuffaloThe People and Their Buffalo Arkansas RiverNile of America
Garden City feedlot, 1900Feeding the World Dust Bowl remnants, 1935Blowing in the Wind
Celebrating TraditionsCelebrating Traditions  

Scenes from Finney County:

Recipes from Finney County

Apache Sunset

Apache Sunset

Casserole of Rabbit

Casserole of Rabbit

Cha Gio - Minced Pork Sausage

Cha Gio

Nuoc Mam - Cha Gio sauce

Nuoc Mam

Cowboy's Delight

Cowboy's Delight

Hamburger Flapjacks

Hamburger Flapjacks

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