R. T. Van Horn, Kansas City Daily Journal, from the American Editors series (N35) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 chromolithograph card, part of the “American Editors” series by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand, features R. T. Van Horn of the *Kansas City Daily Journal*. The card showcases Van Horn’s portrait alongside a picturesque scene of a stock ranch in Kansas, emphasizing the westward expansion of the United States and the growing importance of journalism in shaping the nation. The card, a collectible item from the late 19th century, offers a glimpse into the era's visual culture and the role of newspapers in American life.