These letters, spanning July 1886, are from individuals, organizations, companies, and state officials regarding Kansas affairs to Kansas Governor John Martin. The letters cover various topics including soldiers, personal matters/opinions, legislation, newspaper/publication articles, congratulations on Martin's renomination, aid/endorsement, and the appointment to positions. 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.