Statehood came for Kansas in 1861. Shots were fired at Fort Sumpter, to being a war between the states that would last for 4 years. The Great Comet flew by May 25. The Pony Express closed October 26. James Naismith was born November 6th. His, shall we say invention, still brings joy or tears to those who love his invention. Why do Kansan’s say “Thank you Dr. Naismith, job well done!”?
