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Girard, Kansas

Emanuel Haldeman lived at this farm home with his family beginning in 1918. The home is listed on the Kansas State Register of Historic Places.

Emanuel was editor of the Appeal To Reason newspaper and "Little Blue Books." The Socialist family entertained such people as Upton Sinclair, Clarence Darrow and Will Durant.

Anna Marcet, his wife, was the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. H.W. Haldeman. She was an actress and author.

Emanuel was called the "Henry Ford" of the Publishing industry.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Huey Helicopter & Veteran's Memorial

On April 15, 1995, a formal ceremony dedicated a Huey Helicopter to its new home on the Southeast corner of the Crawford County Courthouse lawn. In addition to the Huey, a granite replica of the Vietnam Wall is engraved with the names of the 777

Girard, KS Memorials

Big Flag Veteran Memorial

Drop by an see one of the nation's largest American Flags (30' x 60' - 130' high). While you can see the flag from your vehicle, you really must stand under the Big Flag to appreciate its true size, 130 feet high above the Kansas prairie honoring all war veterans.

Girard, KS Memorials


Presbyterian Church

This historic church building was built in 1887 after the previous church had been destroyed by a tornado.

Girard, KS Historic Churches

Emanuel Haldeman-Julius Home

Emanuel Haldeman lived at this farm home with his family beginning in 1918. The home is listed on the Kansas State Register of Historic Places. Emanuel was editor of the Appeal To Reason newspaper and "Little Blue Books."

Girard, KS Historic Homes

Things to do near Girard, KS

Keefe Homestead Museum

Built in 1872, this landmark Elk Falls home is still pretty much as it was when the Keefes lived in it. Tours of the house an...

Baxter Springs Golf & Country Club

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