The series contains original affidavits of registration that record personal information about each registrant, their photograph affixed to the majority of documents, and the registrants fingerprints. All of these are specific to Kansas, and most have the actual documents attached.
Hon. John Levi Hunt, born February 22, 1869, in Chicago, has made significant contributions as Kansas’ assistant attorney-general and a key member of the law firm Wheeler, Switzer & Hunt. Educated at Northwestern University, he began his legal career in Illinois before moving to Kansas in 1897. Hunt is known for his diligent legal practice, sound judgment, and unassuming nature. A Republican and member of the Elks, he is married to Minnie Straily, with whom he has one son, John Homer.
Clara Royce Marks, born February 14, 1857, in Shelbyville, Illinois, passed away suddenly on June 14, 1928, at her home in Joseph, Oregon. She had previously suffered a partial paralysis two years prior. Clara married James Marks on July 4, 1880, and the couple lived in several states before settling in Oregon in 1911. She is survived by her husband and seven children. A lifelong member of the Christian church, her funeral was held at the Christian church in Enterprise.
Joseph H. Walker, a farmer and stock-raiser in Saline Township, Ellis County, established his homestead on August 5, 1882, encompassing 640 acres, with 60 acres cultivated. Originally from West Townsend, Massachusetts, he moved to Kansas in April 1881, locating his ranch, known as Lost Canon Ranch, which is situated twenty miles northwest of Russell. Walker has a herd of 360 cattle, including quality Durham stock, and his property features the Saline River and various natural curiosities such as fossil remains.