Published in 1946 by McCormick-Armstrong Co., Wichita, Kansas, “Hutchinson, a Prairie City in Kansas” is an important historical resource that captures the quintessence of a small city transitioning through time. The author, Willard Welsh, has painstakingly collected stories, facts, and photographs to compose a narrative that preserves the memory of Hutchinson’s development from its early days to an expanding city center.
Charles Goldberg, owner of Charleys Hamburger in Olympia, passed away on June 19, 1947, in a local hospital. A resident of Olympia for fifteen years, he had a long career in the restaurant industry and was a member of the Eagles Lodge. He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Opal Williams, and two sons residing in Eastern Washington. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Mills and Mills.
The compiled military service records of 1,235 Rough Riders, including Theodore Roosevelt, have been digitized. Each record features individual jackets detailing the soldier’s name, organization, rank, and medical records. The records also contain personal information and documentation descriptions. Discharges occurred for various reasons, such as age, ability, discipline issues, or hardship. This initiative provides significant insights into the personnel of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry during the Spanish-American War.