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Escape Betwixt Two Suns

A True Tale of the Underground Railroad in Illinois

By: Carol Pirtle

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Escape Betwixt Two Suns

A True Tale of the Underground Railroad in Illinois

By: Carol Pirtle

Although the northern Illinois chapters of the story of Susan "Sukey" Richardson's escape from slavery on the Underground Railroad are documented, the part played by southern Illinois in that historic episode has remained obscure. This book changes that by investigating the 1843 suit Andrew Borders lodged against William Hayes, charging his neighbor with helping slaves from the Borders estate escape to Galesburg. The author documents Hayes's involvement in the Illinois Underground Railroad through approximately two hundred letters received by Hayes from the early 1820s until his death in 1849. Many of these letters specifically corroborate his participation in the escape of slaves from the Borders estate. Letters written by Galesburg residents show that several prominent citizens of that community also assisted in the affair, proving that Knox College administrators and trustees were active in the Underground Railroad. The author also includes excerpts from the trial transcript from the 1844 civil case against Hayes, which was tried in Pinckneyville, Illinois. She researched newspaper accounts of the event, most notably those in the Western Citizen and the Sparta Herald. Records of the Covenanter Presbyterian church of which Hayes was a member provide partial explanations of Hayes's motives.

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186

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SIU Press

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080932301X

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9780809323012

Fort Worth's Legendary Landmarks

By: Byrd Moore Williams (IV),Carol E. Roark

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Fort Worth's Legendary Landmarks

By: Byrd Moore Williams (IV),Carol E. Roark

Presents black-and-white photos and text profiles of nearly eighty architecturally and historically significant buildings in Fort Worth, Texas, all built before 1945.

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270

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TCU Press

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0875651437

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9780875651439

Self-Taught, Outsider and Folk Art

A Guide to American Artists, Locations and Resources, 3d ed.

By: Betty-Carol Sellen

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Self-Taught, Outsider and Folk Art

A Guide to American Artists, Locations and Resources, 3d ed.

By: Betty-Carol Sellen

Much has changed in the world of self-taught art since the millennium. Many of the recognized "masters" have died and new artists have emerged. Many galleries have closed but few new ones have opened, as artists and dealers increasingly sell through websites and social media. The growth and popularity of auction houses have altered the relationship between artists and collectors. In its third edition, this book provides updated information on artists, galleries, museums, auctions, organizations and publications for both experienced and aspiring collectors of self-taught, outsider and folk art. Gallery and museum entries are organized geographically and alphabetically by state and city.

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318

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McFarland

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147662304X

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9781476623047

Escape Betwixt Two Suns

A True Tale of the Underground Railroad in Illinois

By: Carol Pirtle

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A True Tale of the Underground Railroad in Illinois

By: Carol Pirtle

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The Wonder

A Christmas Program for Children

By: Carol Pirtle

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The Wonder

A Christmas Program for Children

By: Carol Pirtle

Children's Christmas program. "Script calls for up to 20 individual parts ... group scenes, a children's choir, and a youth choir offer opportunities to involve any number of children ... The program as presented here will take a bit over 30 minutes"--Page [4].

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0806646926

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9780806646923

Love, Patience and Understanding - Words from the Heart

By: Carol B. Pangalos

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Love, Patience and Understanding - Words from the Heart

By: Carol B. Pangalos

Love, Patience and Understanding - Words from the Heart helps us cope with many aspects in life that are unpredictable. Love teaches us to appreciate and value our family and friends while they are here with us. Life is short and we never want to have everlasting regrets once our loved one is no longer with us. We do not want to go through life asking, Why didn't I do that, or why wasn't I there to help when they were in need? Why was I too busy? In Patience we are taught to remain calm in many situations. Dealing with an aged parent, a crying child or a job that we dislike, can be very taxing on us. I find that when we are at the end of the rope, it is better to count to three, take a deep breath and exercise patience. Hopefully, by practicing this exercise the lack of patience will diminish. There may be times when we should do this exercise more than once a day. When we are patient, life around us seems much easier on everyone near and far. With Understanding we realize we are not the only one who has troubles or heartaches. To ask a question such as Why? and never receive an answer is very puzzling. Such a small word, yet so powerful never knowing the answer. The reader will gain insight of how we should count our blessings, appreciate our family and friends and never look back on what could have been. Look forward to tomorrow. A bright smile, a compliment and words of kindness, along with the soft touch of a kiss will bring comfort and peace to all.

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110

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AuthorHouse

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1452007012

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9781452007014

Mallory

A Mysterious Profile

By: Carol O'Connell

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Mallory

A Mysterious Profile

By: Carol O'Connell

The New York Times–bestselling author discusses her crime-solving hacker heroine, “surely one of the genre’s oddest and most interesting creations” (Chicago Tribune). When the NYPD detective and sociopath known simply as Mallory made her series debut, John Sandford called her “one of the most interesting new characters to come along in years.” A homeless wild child who was taken in by a New York City cop and grew up to follow in his footsteps, she possesses a skill set—including a talent for computer hacking—that allows her to track down her prey like no one else. In this insightful essay, author Carol O’Connell shares fascinating insights about her origins, her psychology, and her strikingly different sense of right and wrong. “Mallory is not your usual plucky and generally wholesome mystery solver. Jane Marple would probably cross the street to avoid making eye contact with her.” —The Washington Post Book World “Mallory is a marvelous creation.” —Jonathan Kellerman, New York Times–bestselling author of the Alex Hunter novels

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Open Road Media

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1504074505

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9781504074506

Emily Carr As I Knew Her

By: Carol Pearson

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Emily Carr As I Knew Her

By: Carol Pearson

An intimate and heartwarming collection of memories that puts one of Canada's most beloved and iconic artists into a whole new light. In 1916, Emily Carr wasn't famous. She was poor, and she taught art classes to children. One of her students was seven-year-old Carol Pearson. Pearson spent hours every day with Carr: they painted together at the water's edge, and she helped care for the dogs, birds, monkey and other animals that Carr kept as pets. They grew very close, and at the age of 14, Carol moved in with Carr. Emily nicknamed Carol "Baboo," and Carol called her "Mom." The two were "mother-and-daughter" for twenty-five years, up until Carr passed away. This touching tribute to Carr illustrates a gentleness and sensitivity not seen in other biographies. Originally published in 1954, this very unique biography reveals Carr's personality more fully than any other.

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168

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TouchWood Editions

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1771511745

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9781771511742

Rachel Carson

Friend of Nature

By: Carol Greene

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Rachel Carson

Friend of Nature

By: Carol Greene

A biography of the biologist whose writings helped initiate the environmental movement.

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Children's Press

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0516042297

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9780516042299

Melinda Camber Porter In Conversation with Joyce Carol Oates, 1987 Princeton University

ISSN Volume 1, Number 6: Melinda Camber Porter Archive of Creative Works

By: Melinda Camber Porter,Joyce Carol Oates

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Melinda Camber Porter In Conversation with Joyce Carol Oates, 1987 Princeton University

ISSN Volume 1, Number 6: Melinda Camber Porter Archive of Creative Works

By: Melinda Camber Porter,Joyce Carol Oates

Melinda Camber Porter in Conversation with Joyce Carol Oates Forward by: Cathy Suter, artist and writer ISSN: Volume 1, Number 6 Hardcover: (ISBN: 978-1-942231-03-5), 81/2x11, $49.99 (2017). (98 pages, photo illustrated, index, and bibliography) Ebook: (ISBN: 978-1-942231-20-2), $3.99 (2017). See Melinda Camber Porter on YouTube... Melinda Camber Porter interview with Joyce Carol Oates took place in 1987 at her Princeton University Office at the time of the publication of her book On Boxing. They noted it as a highly unusual topic for a female writer. Joyce Carol Oates grew up at an early age attending boxing matches with her father and thus the book. Their conversations ranged from boxing to her writings, writers, and her writing process and styles. This title includes the differences noted in American and European writers. In 1987, Joyce Carol Oates notes the American infatuation with celebrities and names as examples Henry Ford, PT Barnum and Donald Trump In the Foreward Cathy Suter, writer and artist, notes the metaphor for the creative writing process and writer's block described by Joyce Carol Oates, when she compares it to, "mowing very wet, chunky grass with a hand mower, pushing through big patches of lawn and having to go over it again and again, until getting it just right." Melinda Camber Porter passed away of ovarian cancer in 2008 and left a significant body of work in art, journalism, and literature. The Melinda Camber Porter Archive wishes to share these conversations with the public to ensure the continuation and expansion of the ideas expressed in her creative works. Melinda Camber Porter Archive of Creative Works ISSN: 2379-2450 (Print), 2379-3198 (E-Book), 2379-321X (Audio) Joseph R. Flicek, Director flicekjr@pipeline.com USA 1-347-782-1653 www.MelindaCamberPorter.com http: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melinda_Camber_Porter Melinda Camber Porter's YouTube Channel: https: //www.youtube.com/channel/UCIflCaF2qpHh8uQgffSXLDQ

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Escape Betwixt Two Suns

Escape Betwixt Two Suns

Fort Worth's Legendary Landmarks

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Self-Taught, Outsider and Folk Art

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Escape Betwixt Two Suns

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The Wonder

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Love, Patience and Understanding - Words from the Heart

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Emily Carr As I Knew Her

Emily Carr As I Knew Her

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Rachel Carson

Melinda Camber Porter In Conversation with Joyce Carol Oates, 1987 Princeton University

Melinda Camber Porter In Conversation with Joyce Carol Oates, 1987 Princeton University

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