How Kansas Can Prosper by William Allen White
The essay argues for a self sustaining Kansas economy built on a Kansas dollar invested in Kansas capital. It calls for shifting banking reserves from the East to Kansas banks and industries to create a true home market for Kansas farmers and workers. It notes credit dependence harms the region and urges immediate, practical steps to keep wealth within Kansas.
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The Globe-News critique argues Kansas should buy Kansas made goods and use state resources. It notes local firms in Wichita Meade and Scott counties produce top items, urges farmers and merchants to source within Kansas, and cites dairy cattle and eggs as examples of missed local markets. It champions regional valleys Arkansas, Solomon, Kaw and Blue River for growth.
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