Size: 0.25 linear feet

Literary rights:
Literary rights were not granted to Wichita State University. When permission is granted to examine the manuscripts, it is not an authorization to publish them. Manuscripts cannot be used for publication without regard for common law literary rights, copyright laws and the laws of libel. It is the responsibility of the researcher and his/her publisher to obtain permission to publish. Scholars and students who eventually plan to have their work published are urged to make inquiry regarding overall restrictions on publication before initial research.

Restrictions: None

Content note:
The Kansas Territory Papers Collection contains letters, documents and receipts dating from 1858 to 1887, the majority of which are dated before Kansas statehood. There are a couple of documents written or signed by John A. Martin who was governor of Kansas from 1885-1889.

Acquisition: Purchased from Alfred Goodman

Processed by: LTM, 8-10-1987; JEF, 2-3-1998

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