These letters, spanning June 1886, are from individuals, companies, organizations, and state officials regarding Kansas affairs to Kansas Governor John Martin. The letters cover various topics including the appointment to positions, newspaper/publication articles, personal matters/opinions, legislation, aid/endorsement, prohibition, finances, and requests for information. Martin was fortunate to have acquired upon his inauguration, in 1885, a state of affairs that was persistent in prosperous economic growth, and city and town expansion.