Official Program

HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE MISSOURI, FORT HARKER, August 24, 1868

Brevet Colonel George A. Forsyth, A.A. Inspector-General, Department of the Missouri.

Colonel, — The general commanding directs that you, without delay, employ fifty (50) first-class hardy frontiersmen, to be used, as scouts against the hostile Indians, to be commanded by yourself, with Lieutenant Beecher, Third Infantry, as your subordinate. You can enter into such articles of agreement with these men as will compel obedience.

I am, sir, very respectfully Your obedient servant, (Signed) J. Schuyler Crosby A.D.C. & A.A. Adjutant General

This circular contains all the events and activities being held to celebrate the 150th Grand Reunion of Forsyth Scouts, the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Beecher Island, and the 119th Battle of Beecher Island Memorial Association Reunion taking place across the great states of Kansas and Colorado. For the most current and updated schedule of events follow on Facebook:

The Beecher Island Battle Memorial Association or The Grand Reunion of Forsyth Scouts Friday, August 24, 2018 at old Fort Harker, Kanopolis, Kansas 150th Grand Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants

Forsyth had little trouble finding men. The pay was to be $75 per month for men who furnished their own horse and $50 per month for those who did not. 30 men signed up at Fort Harker on August 24. Sometimes referred to as the “Solomon Avengers,” the scouts were made up of farmers, teamsters, and labors; some had a wealth of experience, some were “green” and looking for adventure, some were seeking vengeance and others were just looking for employment.

The Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum Complex Calling all Forsyth Scout Descendants, re- in Kanopolis, Kansas is operated by the Ellsworth enactors, historians, casual observers, and County Historical Society. Four buildings have anyone else interested in the history of Col. been preserved from the fort which operated from Forsyth's Scouts and their adventure leading up to 1866 to 1873. The original guard house houses a the Battle of Beecher Island in September of 1868, small museum. are invited to attend. The Scouts were composed of many early settlers from Ottawa, Ellsworth and Open 10 am to 4 pm Tuesday-Saturday Lincoln counties, supplemented by others at Fort Admission Hays. Adults $3.00 Children (7-12) $1.00 6 & under Free Schedule of Events Friday, August 24 308 W. Ohio St., Kanopolis, KS 67454 Email: [email protected] On Friday evening, there will be a gathering at Facebook-Fort Harker Guardhouse Museum the Lincoln County Historical Museum, in Lincoln Phone: 785-472-5733 to honor the Forsyth Scouts, and descendants, from the area. Our History

Scout re-enactors will set up camp in an encampment area in the vacant lot north of the Union Pacific Depot, just north of the Guard House Museum. Military Units will set up along Ohio Street. For more information on joining the re-enactors, descendants, or scheduled events please contact Greg Heller by email at [email protected] or by phone 785-472-5733. Saturday & Sunday, August 25-26, 2018 at old Fort Harker, Kanopolis, Kansas 150th Grand Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants Schedule of Events Schedule of Events Saturday, August 25 Sunday, August 26

0900hrs 0900hrs Opening Ceremonies Church Service Shall take place at the flag pole of the Command- Will take place in the Community Building for all ing Officer’s Quarters with the “Raising of the those who would like to attend Flag” by the 8th Kansas, prayer by the Post Chap- lin, and reading of the Governor’s Proclamation. Note: Camp fires will be allowed depending on the weather and any county-wide burn ban that 1015hrs may be in place. If camp fires are allowed, wood Reenactment of the will be made available. Signing of the first 30 Forsyth Scouts Re-enactors will recreate the sign up of the 30 men that sign on as scouts. Learn about their New reproduction reasons for joining the mission. Descendants of 1860s Henry Rifle Raffle the scout that are present will be recognized following the reenactment.

1130hrs

Lunch Break The rifle is a new 2018 reproduction Henry Rifle Food Vendors on Site manufactured by the Henry Repeating Arms Co.

1300hrs and is chambered in 44.40. The Henry repeating Historical Speakers rifle is a lever-action, breech-loading, tubular mag- Greg Heller, Jim Gray, Mike Day azine rifle famed both for its use at the Battle of the & Lt. Col. D.K. Clark. Little Bighorn and being the basis for the iconic Winchester rifle of the American Wild West. This new 2018 reproduction Henry Rifle like the one carried by Army Scout J.J. Peate who led Capt. L.H. Carpenter and his company of 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldier to the rescue of Col. George A. Forsyth and his 50 Scouts at the Battle of Beecher Island. Only 200 tickets will be sold at $20 each with the th 1730hrs drawing being held on August 25 at Historic Fort Evening Meal Harker, during the afternoon activities of the cele- There will be a catered evening meal for the Scout bration of the Grand Reunion of Forsyth Scouts th Descendants, re-enactors and staff to be held in and the 150 Anniversary of the Battle of Beecher the Commanding Officer’s Quarters. For more Island. information and tickets please contact Greg Tickets can be purchased at Fort Harker Guard Heller by email at fortharkergaurdhousemuseum House Museum or the Lincoln County Museum. @gmail.com or by pone at 785-472-5733. After the (Need not be present to win) meal, all are welcome to the encampment for Ticket buyers must meet State & Federal gun laws music and fun for the remainder of the evening. Saturday, September 1, 2018 Fort Hays, Kansas 150th Grand Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants

The group moved on to Fort Hays where an Schedule of Events additional 20 signed up on August 28th. As civilian Saturday, September 1st employees of the Quartermaster, the scouts did not

wear uniforms but rather the clothes that they owned 10:00 AM or charged against their pay. But Forsyth equipped Lt. Col. D. K. Clark his scouts well. Each carried a seven-shot Spencer He will give a presentation on the Battle of repeating rifle, a Colt revolver, and 140 rounds of Beecher Island & its place in history rifle and 30 rounds of revolver ammunition. As well 11:00 AM as, what ever personal armament they wished to Jim Gray, Historian carry. Each man carried seven days’ ration in his He will talk about the men who sign on as haversack, as well as bedding and personal gear in Forsyth Scouts their saddle bags. The command carried 4,000 extra rounds of ammunitions, supplies, and extra rations Noon in a pack train. Lunch Break Vendors on Site

1:00 PM Reenactment of the Signing of 20 Forsyth Scouts

2:00 PM Sharp Grover as presented by Mark Berry

2:30 PM

The Native American Perspective Presented by Professor John Monnett Historic Fort Hays 3:30 PM Invites you to join in a Music by Zerf The Singing Cowboy & Troubadour Military & Citizen’s Hop Saturday, September 1, 2018 4:30 PM 7:00 –10:00 PM

Dr. Mooers/Dick Parr Dance to the melodic strains of Blackwolf Forsyth Scouts, General Sheridan Period dress is welcomed but not required *There will be beaks between guest speakers Free Admission 5:30 PM For more information contact Marla at: Chuck Wagon Feed 785-421-5513 or [email protected]

visithays.com discoverhays.com Sunday, September 2, 2018 Fort Hays, Kansas 150th Grand Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants

Schedule of Events In the spring of 1867 the fort was relocated 15 Sunday, September 2 miles west to its present location on the south edge of present-day Hays, Kansas. It became a major 10:00 AM supply depot for other forts as well as a base for Reading of the Governor’s troops. Famous units stationed at Fort Hays Proclamation included the 9th and 10th Cavalry (the famed "Buffalo Soldiers"), the 5th Infantry, and the 7th Lt Col. D.K. Clark Cavalry. It was closed in 1889 and in 1965 became Will be speaking on the a state historic property administered by the Kansas significance of the battle and Ronald Kil, Artist its place in history Historical Society.

Roll Call of the Forsyth Scouts A re-enactor or a descendant of each scout will give a brief biography of his life

Music by Zerf The Singing Cowboy & Troubadour

Commemorative Message Followed by a Cannon Salute Fort Hays Museum Bugle Call/Boots and Saddles 1472 U.S. 183 Alternate Hays KS 67601 Forsyth Scouts will ride out to Fort Wallace. 785-625-6812 [email protected]

Fort Hays Historic Museum-Annual Give-Away Hours Wednesday through Saturday Cimarron 1858 New Model 9 AM to 5 PM Army Single Action 38 Special Revolver FREE ADMISSION WEEKEND & September 1st & 2nd “Thus Far and No Further” The Hancock Expedition, South Plains, Kansas Regular Admission April 14, 1867 Adults $6.00 *Special $5.00 This color print by Rick Reeves depicts a Children (5-17) $3.00 Cheyenne & Sioux war party, Maj. Gen. Hancock, *Special = Seniors 65+, active military, Lt. Col Custer, soldiers, and Delaware Indian college students with ID Scouts. It combines exquisite details with incredible authenticity. On August 29th the unit departed Fort Hays and Ticket donation is $2.00 each or six for $10.00 headed west. Their target was the hostiles who Need not be present to win frequently harassed the work crews of the Kansas Drawing to be held on Pacific Railroad and raided the Kansas homesteads. Sat. Dec. 8, 2018 at While they came across signs of a large group of Fort Hays’ Christmas Past Event Natives, they didn't see a single one before reaching For tickets contact Marla at [email protected] Fort Wallace on September 5th. Friday & Saturday, September 7-8, 2018 Fort Wallace, Kansas 150th Grand Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants Within days, Forsyth received word from the near- Schedule of Events by settlement of Sheridan, KS of an Indian raid Friday, September 7 against a freight train killing several of the team- sters on September 7th. The scouts quickly found the 6:00 PM trail of the raiders and commenced an immediate Guardians of Fort Wallace pursuit. The trail lead towards the Republican River. Buffalo Supper with the Scouts Forsyth continues to follow the tracks which grew The Guardians is an auxiliary membership group broader until there was no doubt he was tracking a that was formed under the non-profit Fort Wallace significant number of Natives. Although short of Memorial Association to raise money to support supplies, the scouts continued the pursuit. Museum operation and programming. To become a member of the Guardians visit the website at www.ftwallace.com and click on the Guardians of Fort Wallace page. To register for dinner please New reproduction email: [email protected].

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9:00 AM Opening Ceremony Will take place under the tent 1860 Spencer Rifle Raffle The 2018 rifle raffle for the Fort Wallace Me- Re-enactment of Proclamation morial Association is a new reproduction 1860 Creating Wallace County, KS Spencer Carbine. 2018 marks the 150th year of the Presentations by fight on Beecher Island. The Forsyth scouts were Jerry Greene, David Harrington, issued a Spencer for their campaign who started Lt. Col. D. K. Clark & John Monnett their search at Fort Wallace. Stationed at Fort Wal- There will be a short break in between speakers lace was the 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers who Noon were issued the Spencer Carbine. The 10th Cavalry Lunch Break rescued the Scouts. Food vendors on site The drawing will be held in September 2018 as part of the Sesquicentennial Observances of the 1:00 PM Beecher event. Tickets are 1 for $10 or 3 for $25 to Roll Call buy the tickets at the Fort Wallace Museum. Review of Scouts & Buffalo Soldiers

*Ticket buyers must meet Federal & State gun laws. 5:30 PM Chuck Wagon Supper Ham & Bean

7:00 PM Zerf, the Kansas Troubadour Drawing of raffle winner for the reproduction 1860 Spencer Carbine September 8-9, 2018 Fort Wallace, Kansas 150th Grand Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants

Fort Wallace Museum

Fort Wallace Museum 2655 Highway 40 Wallace, KS 67761 (785) 891-3564 www.ftwallace.com

Free admission (suggested donation of $7) Summer hours: [March 16 - Oct.] 9am-5 pm Monday-Saturday & 1-5 pm Sunday *Note: All times Mountain Time*

Schedule of Events Sunday September 9th

9:00 AM Church Service At Bethany Lutheran Church

10:00 AM Horse & Wagon Parade to Fort Wallace Cemetery

11:00 AM Ceremony Honoring Scouts Grover and O’Donnell at the Fort Wallace Cemetery Kit Carson & Cheyenne Counties, Colorado

Colonel Henry Bankhead Carpenter and Company Kit Carson County Carousel H departed Fort Wallace on August 21st with the orders to camp near the Cheyenne Wells stage sta- Of the nearly 2,500 wooden carousels carved in tion located in present-day Cheyenne County, CO America between 1885 and the 1930s, fewer than and then scout in every direction in search of Indian 150 are still in existence. One of the finest survivors, raiders. Carpenter’s “Buffalo Soldiers” eventually however, can be found on the county fairgrounds in crossed Sand Creek and went into camp on Goose Burlington, Colorado. The sixth of 74 carousels Creek, north of the Smokey Hill stage road. He re- manufactured by the Philadelphia Toboggan Compa- ceived a courier dispatch on September 23rd which ny (PTC) between 1904 and 1933, the Kit Carson directed Carpenter to proceed at once to the relief of County Carousel is a three-row, stationary machine Forsyth scouts. housed in a 12-sided frame building. It is the only antique carousel in America still having original Cheyenne Wells, Colorado paint on both the scenery panels and on the animals, and PTC#6 is the only surviving menagerie carousel Mountain States Telephone made by PTC. And it's fully operational! & Telegraph Museum

Kit Carson County Fairgrounds | Burlington, CO Open Memorial Day - Labor Day | 11am - 6pm Rides: 25cents | Museum Admission: $1 (children 9 & under are free) Phone: (719) 346-7666 Burlington Old Town Museum

Nestled in the heart of Colorado's Central Plains, Old Town Museum embodies "Life In The Past Lane"! The 6 1/2 acre historic site includes 21 fully *Number please!* restored buildings with authentic artifacts from the turn of the century. Old Town Museum celebrates People living on the far eastern edge of Colora- local agriculture, history and heritage. Special Inter- do's Central Plains in the pioneer days were isolated active Exhibits offer children a unique opportunity from the world, being some 200 miles away from to learn first-hand about pioneer life on the Colorado Denver and about 400 miles away from Kansas prairie. City. In many cases, they were even isolated from Old Town Museum each other, sometimes living miles apart. 420 S. 14th St. Burlington, CO 80807 This is why the Mountain States Telephone and Phone: 719-346-8404 Telegraph Museum in the 80-year-old phone com- Website: burlingtoncolo.com/old-town-museum.htm pany building commemorates the radio wave tele-

Summer Hours: Mon-Sat 9 -5 PM phone system at Cheyenne Wells, Colorado—the Sunday 12-5 PM first in the United States. Admission Adults $8 While the museum commemorates the era of the Seniors $6 later radio wave technology, it also interprets the Students (12-17) $4 earlier telecommunications, featuring a 1920s era Children (3-11) $2 original phone booth and switchboard, a 12-foot Age 3 and under Free telephone pole, and even a pre-rotary telephone that Military Free connected immediately with the operator.

50 South 1st Street, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810 Open Memorial Day thru Labor Day Saturday/Sunday 1-4 Phone: 719-767-5035 About 4 o’clock in the afternoon on September 16 the scouts moved up the Arickaree Fork of the Re- publican River. Forsyth halted his command to rest and established camp near the banks of the river op- posite a small island. Extra care was taken to make sure the horses were secured and posted additional sentries. He believed he was closing in and expected a confrontation the next day. The mission of the Wray Museum is to inspire A few miles to the west were several large Indian appreciation and understanding of the vibrant encampments of Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Sioux. The history of Wray and the surrounding area through Indians were aware of the scouts, and they, too, ex- the documentation, study, and exhibition of pected to fight the next day. artifacts in order to foster community pride and enhance the quality of life for present and future generations.

Address P.O. Box 161 205 East Third Street Wray, CO 80758

Phone: 970-332-5063 Website: cityofwray.org Email: [email protected] Find us on Facebook-Wray Museum

Hours: The Beecher Island Room at the Wray Museum is Tuesday - Saturday Noon to 4 PM. devoted to the battle and includes; the rock marker Open Year-Round that was carved 30 years after the battle with the OPEN EXTENDED HOURS inscription “Battle of Beecher, Sept. 17, 1868”, a Saturday, September 15 from 10 to 5 PM 1863 Mountain Howitzer cannon donated in 1916

Suggested Admission by Congress, and a large acrylic on canvas painting, $5.00 per person entitled “Forsyth’s Arickaree”, featuring Captain $10.00 per family Allison Pliley, painted by Irene Selonke. As well as, a detailed diorama of the battle, Roman Nose bronze sculpture, Native American regalia, U.S. Army cavalry saddle, a Spencer repeating rifle and other armaments. Several photographs and memo- rabilia from the Beecher Island Reunions help to round the exhibit.

Looking for lodging, places to camp, restaurants, and other great activities to do in Wray, CO ***************** Visit the Wray Chamber Home of the of Commerce website at: Greater Prairie Chicken Tours Come enjoy Nature’s wraychamber.net Fantastic Dancing Saturday, September 14-15, 2018 119th Reunion of the Battle of Beecher Island

Schedule of Events Friday, September 14th

7:00 PM

*************************** Calling all BBQ teams Looking to showcase your cooking talent Join the competition Call Sam At 970-630-4269 to sign up Top prize $500.00 ***************************

Saturday, September 15th

7:00 to 9:00 AM Breakfast by Idalia Bicentennial FCE Club Enjoy homemade biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, fruit and drink for $6.00 per person & served in the cook shack.

8:00 AM Black Powder Shoot Two day event including traditional & novelty shoot, tomahawk, knife, & archery contest and shotgun event Black Powder or Pyrodex & round Camping at Beecher Island balls only with iron sights (no in-lines & no scopes). Primitive attire is preferred but not required. There is a $20.00 registration fee. Camping is open to the public on a first come first Sponsored by Cheyenne County Wildlife Inc serve basis. Campfires are contingent upon weather Contact Francis O’Leary at 785-772-7382 conditions and fire danger ratings. Beecher Island Helping Hands • The weather can change quickly, especially in Quilt Show & Baskets September. It’s best to wear layered clothing. Event will be held in the Beecher Island Chapel • Be aware of your location and obey all posted throughout the weekend with winners of the quilt signs at campgrounds and trail entrances. and baskets announced at the close of the festivi- • Remember the golden rule of camping: ties on Sunday. Leave no trace. • Respect your neighbors. Sound carries easily in the Forsyth Scouts Encampment outdoors and there is almost nothing stopping your Living History Troupers from Kansas will set up a voices when talking in tent. camp for people to visit throughout the day to • Amenities at Beecher include restrooms, some learn more about the role the US Army played on cooking pits, picnic tables, and a playground the plains and about Forsyth’s Scouts in the battle. for the kids. The encampment will be located on the east side of the road. REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR CAMPING CHAIRS FOR SEATING Saturday, September 15, 2018 119th Reunion of the Battle of Beecher Island

Blacksmithing by Scott Chartier Buffalo Soldiers of the American West Camp Visit with Scott throughout the day as he demon- Members of the Denver Colorado Chapter Buffalo strates the skills of old fashion blacksmithing. His Soldiers 9th and 10th Cavalry Association will set camp will be set up near the Scouts Encampment. up a small camp for people to visit to learn more about the role of the Buffalo Soldiers on the Native American Village western plains. The camp will be located on the Native Americans will set up a small village with east side of the road. one/two tepees for people to visit throughout the day to learn more about the Plains Indian Culture. 3:00 to 4:00 PM They will be set up just east of the Church. Denver Colorado Chapter Buffalo Soldiers 9th & 10th (Horse) Cavalry Assoc. 10:00 AM Horse skills and dancing horse demonstration. Country Music Jam Session with Dan Steerman & Friends 4:00 to 5:00 PM Local musical talent will entertain guests through- Native American Dancers out the day with a variety of country and blue- Encore performance grass music. Anyone who likes to play is welcome to join the group. Bring your banjo, fiddle, and/or 5:00 PM guitar and have some fun. A stage area will be set Beecher Island BBQ Cook-Off up east of the community building. & Costume Contest Judging

10:00-11:00 AM 5:30 PM Battle Reenactment Complimentary BBQ Dinner Kansas Scouts will reenact the start of the Enjoy the BBQ that has been slow cooking by BBQ Battle of Beecher Island masters all day. Served with beans, salads, and all the trimmings. Served by the Wray & Idalia Lion’s 11:00 to Noon Club and the American Legion. Native American Dancers They will perform northern plains traditional 7:00 PM dances and songs near their encampment. Wiley Jim Pfeifer, Entertainment An evening of Western Noon classics and cowboy yodeling Lunch Break from and inspired by the Wray Lions Club will serving in the cook shack Silver Screen stars of the from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. 1930's and '40's, the rolling

1:00 PM western plains, the high Rocky Mountains, and cactus Traditional Family Games studded deserts of the Join in the fun of foot races, egg tosses, horse Southwest. Interspersed with shoes & sign up for the period costume contest. Western-Swing music written *************************** for entertainment and dancing Costume Contest Information feet. And accompanied by Everyone is encouraged to dress in 1865-1900 finger-style guitar playing on both arch-top and period dress on Saturday for fun: flat-top guitars. Songs with a variety of rhythms Contest Categories remarkably similar to the various gates of a good Professional Adult quarter horse. Teens (11-18) Kids (10 & under) During intermission the winners of the Prizes will be awarded Beecher Island BBQ Cook-Off and the For more information contact the Wray Museum at Costume Contest will be announced. [email protected] Sunday, September 16, 2018 119th Reunion of the Battle of Beecher Island

Schedule of Events 10:00 AM Sunday - September 16th Sunday Service with Faith Journey Trio Faith's Journey is a gospel trio based in Branson, 6:30 AM Missouri. With over 50 years of singing gospel Idalia Lions Club Pancake Breakfast music, these individuals are no stranger to music Enjoy homemade pancakes, sausage, scrambled fans across the country. Deana Edwards sings the eggs with juice and hot coffee. soprano part for this trio and has been singing $7.00 for Adults harmony since she was 4 years old. Jonathan $4.00 for Kids (6-12) Edwards sings the Baritone part for the group and Free for kids 5 and under is no stranger to gospel music fans, having traveled for 7 years with The Ascension Qt. out of 9:00 AM Lebanon, Missouri. Joshua Adams sings the tenor Tomahawk, Archery, & Knife Throw Contest for the group, at only 25 years old he has been Part of the Black Powder Shoot Contest singing since he was a child. He has served as worship pastor for his home church as well as 9:30 AM band leader for a national syndicated TV show. He Boy Scouts Flag Raising plays piano and bass guitar, writes music and Wray Boy Scout Troop #35 will perform the handles all sound for the group. This group morning Flag Raising at the near the monument. combined has an amazing tight harmony which

Buffalo Soldiers’ Monument Dedication blends the traditional quartet with the bluegrass Members of the Buffalo Soldiers’ Motorcycle Club country sound and a splash of contemporary will reveal the granite marker dedicated to harmony to make the unique sound of Faith's Journey. the10th US Cavalry troops H and I, who came to the relief of Forsyth and the scouts on Sept. 25. Noon Lunch Break Wray Lions Club will serving in the cook shack ***************************** from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

Carpenter chose to keep Dr. Fitzgerald with him in 9:00 AM case he reached Forsyth Scouts before any other Shotgun Contest relief could. “Carpenter’s Brunettes,” reached the Part of the Black Powder Shoot Contest South Fork of the Republican on September 24th Following the shotgun portion of the contest, there and discovered a “large, fresh trail over which at will be an awards presentation for participants. least 2,000 head of ponies had recently been 1:00 PM ridden.” They made camp against a pending attack. Yuma County School Project Early on the morning of the 25th as they were The Wray Museum will have a short dedication packing up camp, a party of five men topped the and sign planting ceremony at the site where the ridge, one of which was Jack Donovan. Following District #53 Beecher Island School was located. Donovan and J. J. Peate, who was a scout for The Wray Museum has been identifying Yuma Carpenter, the Buffalo Soldiers came to a ridge County School sites and are starting to place signs overlooking the path of the Arickaree River. Peate at their locations. If you would like to help with called out, “Yes, by God! There is camp!” Within this ongoing project, stop by the Museum anytime minutes the scouts were welcoming the relief party or email us at [email protected] or visit our school page of our website at: with cries and hand shakes. Dr. Fitzgerald immediately attended to the wounded. He later cityofwray.org/276/Yuma-County-School-Project stated that a delay of one more day, would have cost Forsyth his life. Sunday, September 16, 2018 119th Reunion of the Battle of Beecher Island

1:30 PM Beecher Island Battle Singing of the song- Arickaree Memorial Association 2018 Board of Directors John Bell, Guest Speaker John, a founding member of the Denver President Harvey Allen Colorado Chapter Buffalo Soldiers 9th and 10th Vice-President Mark Sievers Cavalry Association, will give a short Treasurer Jeff Hurlburt presentation on the role played by the Secretary Julie Callahan Buffalo Soldiers on the western plains. Member Dillon Rose Member Ray Prentice NewKings Member Jimmie Lippert

NewKings is a Christian Americana band from Bartlesville, OK. Formed in 2013, the band consists of Aaron Vaughan, Jeff Wann, Josh "Pugzly" Adams, & Caleb "Jack" Adams. Encompassing the sounds of folk, rock, blues & soul, the unique sound is driven by stellar vocals over American roots music. NewKings’ origins are simply inspirational. The four men came together over a three-year time frame with a compelling draw towards making uniquely composed, empowering music that shares a message of the love of God. Challenging the status quo within the mainstream Christian music industry, the band focuses on their progressive soul-filled melodies and spirit-charged vocals to comprise an earthy, warm, and uniquely rich, sound

Announcements of Quilt & Basket winners Close of the 119th Beecher Island Battle Memorial Association Reunion The Battle of Beecher Island Article Sources: The Battle of Beecher Island published by the Program Printed By: Beecher Island Battle Memorial Association The Battle of Beecher Island and Indian War of 1867-1869 by John H. Monnett The Cheyenne Wars Atlas by Charles D. Collins, Jr. Schedule of Events See inside for details

150th Grande Reunion of the Forsyth Scouts & Reunion of Descendants

Fort Harker, KS Friday, Saturday, & Sunday August 24, 25, & 26

Fort Hays, KS Saturday, & Sunday September 1 & 2

Fort Wallace, KS Friday, Saturday, & Sunday September 7, 8, & 9

119th Reunion of the Battle of Beecher Island Beecher Island, CO Friday, Saturday, & Sunday September 14,15, & 16