Thanks to Wilda and Muriel for their clear reply to my questions. I erred in not looking at the Kansas Historical Society list of newspapers more closely. I have another question: In examining my 1870 census records, I find that my ancester was living in Lincoln Township in Lincoln County. Can anyone tell me where Lincoln Township is located. I have a 1878 map of Lincoln County: I do not find a Lincoln Township. Does this mean that they were living in the town? My impression was that they were living in what is now indiana Township. Thanks Clarence