The book "Speech delivered at the quarter-centennial celebration of the statehood of Kansas" is an important historical document that reflects the events and moods of the time when Kansas became a US state. The author of this report is the prominent politician and public figure John Alexander Martin. In his speech, he considers the role of Kansas in the United States of America, notes the achievements of the state and depicts its prospects for further development. This book not only recreates the solemn moment of Kansas' statehood, but also reveals important aspects of the history and culture of this land. For anyone interested in US political history, this book will be a source of interesting facts and opinions.