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George and Ohio's Civic Revival

The American Democratic Philosopher Inspired a Successful Fight Against Political Bossism, Ending Many Exactions of the System of Privilege

By: Robert Hamlett Bremner,Will Lissner,Dorothy Burnham Lissner

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George and Ohio's Civic Revival

The American Democratic Philosopher Inspired a Successful Fight Against Political Bossism, Ending Many Exactions of the System of Privilege

By: Robert Hamlett Bremner,Will Lissner,Dorothy Burnham Lissner

In the first quarter of the 20th century, a peaceful democratic revolution swept the cities of the United States, achieving the people's participation in local government. It ended machine control in many areas. And it succeeded in most places in winning the revision of municipal charters to provide for home rule--self government--& the initiative, referendum & recall. One of the chief catalysts for change was the Civic Revival in Ohio, inspired by the democratic social philosophy of Henry George, the Philadelphia born San Francisco & New York journalist & author. It was led by Tom L. Johnson in Cleveland & Samuel M. Jones in Toledo. The history of that revival has been recorded by the distinguished social historian & professor emeritus of history at Ohio State University, Robert H. Bremner, in this new book published by the Robert Schalkenbach Foundation. This book is the third in a continuum entitled, "The George Studies Program." The previous publications, "George & the Scholars," & "George & Democracy in the British Isles" were also published by Schalkenbach & are currently in print. The catalogue of publications is available upon request.

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0911312897

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9780911312898

Henry George and Europe

The Far-reaching Impact and Effect of the Ideas of the American Social Philosopher

By: Michael Silagi

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Henry George and Europe

The Far-reaching Impact and Effect of the Ideas of the American Social Philosopher

By: Michael Silagi

A study of the impact and influence on European economic and social thought achieved by an American economist by his speaking and writing. This pathbreaking work demonstrates that cultural history can illuminate the past and present when developed by a researcher trained in economics and jurisprudence and based on a comprehensive study of existing documents. George's social philosophy was seen in Europe as synthesizing Jefferson, the earlier Enlightenment and Mother Earth. As a dissident economist and radical liberal philosopher he was a catalyst for British social reform. In Germany and Hungary he launched movements toward a freer society whose progress was only halted by fascist and communist dictatorship. Silagi's work proves that the individual and the small group can make an enduring difference, opening the way to future progress in spite of the obstacles of historical circumstances. Please contact us for a free catalog. Robert Schalkenbach Foundation, 149 Madison Ave., New York, NY 10016-6713; Phone: 212-683-6424. Fax: 212-683-6454, 800-269-9555. E-mail: Staff@schalkenbach.org, Website: www.schalkenbach.org.

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0911312919

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9780911312911

The Papers of Will Rogers: From vaudeville to Broadway : September 1908-August 1915

By: Will Rogers,Steven K. Gragert,M. Jane Johansson

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The Papers of Will Rogers: From vaudeville to Broadway : September 1908-August 1915

By: Will Rogers,Steven K. Gragert,M. Jane Johansson

This third volume of The Papers of Will Rogers documents the evolution of Rogers's vaudeville career as well as the newlywed life of Will and Betty Blake Rogers and the birth of their children. During these years, the Rogerses moved to New York City, and after many years of performing with Buck McKee and horse Teddy, Rogers began a solo act in vaudeville as a talking, roping cowboy. He appeared on the same playbill with such performers as Fred Stone, Eddie Cantor, and Houdini, and his stage career expanded to include an appearance in the Broadway musical comedy "The Wall Street Girl." Volume Three ends with Rogers's successful transition from vaudeville to Broadway, on the brink of his breakthrough as a star of the Ziegfeld Follies.

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University of Oklahoma Press

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0806133155

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9780806133157

The Papers of Will Rogers: The final years, August 1928-August 1935

By: Will Rogers

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The Papers of Will Rogers: The final years, August 1928-August 1935

By: Will Rogers

This fifth and final volume of The Papers of Will Rogers traces the career of Oklahoma’s beloved entertainer during his most popular years and extends beyond his death in 1935. By 1928, the Oklahoma humorist and commentator had reached national prominence through his newspaper columns, silent films, sound recordings, books, philanthropic endeavors, and lecture tours. His fame, fortune, and influence, however, had yet to crest. This volume showcases a wide variety of documents, including correspondence with some of the most significant figures of the day, revealing Rogers’s rise to fame as the nation’s leading social and political commentator and as a hugely popular star of radio, stage, and film. Rogers’s multifaceted career ended abruptly when he and the famous aviator Wylie Post died in an airplane crash in northernmost Alaska. This documentary history of his final years includes transcripts of radio broadcasts, contracts, and business documents, as well as nearly two hundred telegrams and letters to family, friends, and notable public figures—the majority of which have never before been published. It also covers the aftermath of his fatal airplane accident: the certificate of death, a first-person account of his funeral, settlement of his estate, efforts to pay tribute to his memory, and unauthorized attempts to capitalize on his fame.

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724

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University of Oklahoma Press

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0806137681

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9780806137681

The Will Rogers Scrapbook

By: Will Rogers

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The Will Rogers Scrapbook

By: Will Rogers

A nostalgic return to Will Roger's America. Plus 100 photographs and exclusive interviews with some of Rogers' famous friends ... Wild-West shows and vaudeville, Hollywood, the silent movies and "talkies" and ... politics"--Jacket.

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0448123592

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9780448123592

Will Rogers

Reflections and Observations

By: Will Rogers

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Reflections and Observations

By: Will Rogers

This collection gathers speeches and newspaper columns by the popular American humorist in which he pokes fun at the politics of the day.

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560

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1560547510

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9781560547518

The Indian Territory Journals of Colonel Richard Irving Dodge

By: Richard Irving Dodge,Will Rogers

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The Indian Territory Journals of Colonel Richard Irving Dodge

By: Richard Irving Dodge,Will Rogers

These journals also provide insight into Dodge's character, with reports of his official duties as a military man and of several landmark events in his family life. Extensive commentaries and notes by Wayne R. Kime provide further detail, including a history of Cantonment North Fork Canadian River, a six-company post Dodge established and commanded in the region."--BOOK JACKET.

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University of Oklahoma Press

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0806132671

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9780806132679

A Will Rogers Treasury

Reflections and Observations

By: Will Rogers,Bryan B. Sterling,Frances N. Sterling

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A Will Rogers Treasury

Reflections and Observations

By: Will Rogers,Bryan B. Sterling,Frances N. Sterling

Presents a compendium of the wit and wisdom of American humorist Will Rogers, selected from among the most important of his newspaper columns.

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Crown Pub

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0517545764

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9780517545768

Will Rogers

I Never Met a Farmer I Didn't Like : Wit and Wisdom that Still Make Sense Today

By: Will Rogers

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I Never Met a Farmer I Didn't Like : Wit and Wisdom that Still Make Sense Today

By: Will Rogers

A collection of Will Rogers' many words of agriculturally-related wit and wisdom. The book is chronological, from 1923 to 1935, and includes a wide range of topics including: relief for the farmer, cattlemen, poor soil, tenant farmers, Dust Bowl, Farm Bill, horses, hogs, crop rotation, veterinarians, mules, sheep, big ranches, tractors, combines, co-ops, mortgages, Secretary of Agriculture, and optimism. A bonus section is "So God Made a Farmer", the inspiring words by Paul Harvey, another famous Oklahoman. His newspaper columns and radio broadcasts are the main source of quotes in this book.

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0989883906

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9780989883900

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George and Ohio's Civic Revival

George and Ohio's Civic Revival

Henry George and Europe

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The Papers of Will Rogers: From vaudeville to Broadway : September 1908-August 1915

The Papers of Will Rogers: From vaudeville to Broadway : September 1908-August 1915

The Papers of Will Rogers: The final years, August 1928-August 1935

The Papers of Will Rogers: The final years, August 1928-August 1935

The Will Rogers Scrapbook

The Will Rogers Scrapbook

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Will Rogers

The Indian Territory Journals of Colonel Richard Irving Dodge

The Indian Territory Journals of Colonel Richard Irving Dodge

A Will Rogers Treasury

A Will Rogers Treasury

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