The Best In The Land

Author : Michael Wallis
Publisher : Liveright Publishing
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-06-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780871407702

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The Best Land Under Heaven: The Donner Party in the Age of Manifest Destiny by Michael Wallis Pdf

Longlisted for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence Finalist for the Oklahoma Book Award A Publishers Weekly Holiday Guide History Pick “A book so gripping it can scarcely be put down.... Superb.” —New York Times Book Review "WESTWARD HO! FOR OREGON AND CALIFORNIA!" In the eerily warm spring of 1846, George Donner placed this advertisement in a local newspaper as he and a restless caravan prepared for what they hoped would be the most rewarding journey of a lifetime. But in eagerly pursuing what would a century later become known as the "American dream," this optimistic-yet-motley crew of emigrants was met with a chilling nightmare; in the following months, their jingoistic excitement would be replaced by desperate cries for help that would fall silent in the deadly snow-covered mountains of the Sierra Nevada. We know these early pioneers as the Donner Party, a name that has elicited horror since the late 1840s. With The Best Land Under Heaven, Wallis has penned what critics agree is “destined to become the standard account” (Washington Post) of the notorious saga. Cutting through 160 years of myth-making, the “expert storyteller” (True West) compellingly recounts how the unlikely band of early pioneers met their fate. Interweaving information from hundreds of newly uncovered documents, Wallis illuminates how a combination of greed and recklessness led to one of America’s most calamitous and sensationalized catastrophes. The result is a “fascinating, horrifying, and inspiring” (Oklahoman) examination of the darkest side of Manifest Destiny.

Author : Judy Alter
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-10-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781493052646

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The Most Land, the Best Cattle by Judy Alter Pdf

In the 19th century, Daniel Waggoner and his son, W.T. (Tom), put together an empire in North Texas that became the largest ranch under one fence in the nation. The 520,000-plus acres or 800 square miles covers six counties and sits on a large oil field in the Red River Valley of North Texas. Over the years, the estate also owned five banks, three cottonseed oil mills, and a coal company. While the Waggoner men built the empire, their wives and daughters enjoyed the fruits of their labor. This dynasty’s love of the land was rivaled only by their love of money and celebrity, and the different family factions eventually clashed. Although Dan seems to have led a fairly low-profile life, W. T. moved to Fort Worth, became a bank director, built two office buildings, ran his cattle on the Big Pasture in Indian Territory (Oklahoma), hosted Teddy Roosevelt at a wolf hunt in the Big Pasture, and sent Quanah Parker to Washington, D.C., for Roosevelt’s inauguration. W. T. had two sons, Guy and E. Paul, and a daughter named Electra, the light of his life. W. T. built a mansion in Fort Worth for her—today the house, the last surviving cattle baron mansion on Fort Worth’s Silk Stocking Row, is open to the public for tours and events. Electra, an international celebrity and extravagant shopper (she once spent $10,000 in one day at Neiman Marcus), died at the age of forty-three. Guy had nine wives; his brother E. Paul, partier and horse breeder, was married to the same woman for fifty years and had one daughter, Electra II. Electra II was a both a celebrity and a talented sculptor, best known for a heroic-size statue of Will Rogers on his horse, Soapsuds, as well as busts of two presidents and various movie stars. After marriage to an executive she settled in a mansion at the ranch and raised two daughters. This colorful history of one of Texas’s most influential ranching families demonstrates that it took strength and determination to survive in the ranching world…and the society it spawned.

Author : Connie Pennington
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2022-09-30
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781636612317

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The Best Band in the Land by Connie Pennington Pdf

The Best Band in the Land By: Connie Pennington What makes the Best Band in the Land the best? Teamwork, of course! With everyone working together, with all their different talents and gifts, beautiful music is sure to be made!

Author : Judy A. Johnson,Bonnie J. Krueger
Publisher : Lorenz Educational Press
Page : 6 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780787719920

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Pizza: The Best Pie in the Land by Judy A. Johnson,Bonnie J. Krueger Pdf

This packet is usable by the teacher the minute the class begins. Students will enjoy the nonfiction article that has information such as when the first pizzas were made and what toppings can be found on the popular food. The packet also includes cross-curricular worksheets and a section for the teacher with additional teaching ideas and discussion topics. It can be used as a complete unit or as a break between lessons.

Author : Dueep J. Singh,John Davidson
Publisher : Mendon Cottage Books
Page : 47 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-02-27
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781310424113

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Tips for Backyard Gardening - Making the Best Use of Limited Land by Dueep J. Singh,John Davidson Pdf

Table of Contents Introduction Planning Your Vegetable Garden Ground Preparation Transplantation Related to Seeds Collecting Seeds Length of Preservation Traditional Testing of Seed Age Soaking Seeds before Sowing Getting Ready for Sowing Seed Sowing Seed Sowing – Wet Soil or Dry Soil Shades Planting Outdoors Appendix Root Pruning Trenching Traditional Quick Composting Formula Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction Since ancient times, dietitians knew all about the value of vegetables in human diet. The absence of fresh vegetables would result in ill health, as well as the lack of body resistance, and future healthy growth. Vegetables furnish nourishment in the shape of starch and sugar. They also stimulate intestinal activity. The term vegetables has through common consent down the ages, come to be applied to a particular class of plants. We eat the leaves, buds, stems, and occasionally the fruits of these particular plants. So if you say “is the tomato a vegetable or a fruit,” the answer is the tomato is botanically a fruit, but we use the tomato as we use other members of the vegetables class. Fruits are very sugary and vegetables are not. Vegetables are on the whole short term plants, but allow for repeated sowings to prolong the season of growth. Down the ages, vegetables have been grown by householders in patches of land around their houses for home consumption. People with large gardens also had their own vegetable patches and herb patches. So this book is for all of those people who are interested in growing vegetables in their own back yard and using every inch of land in a sustainable fashion. The tips and techniques given here may look so very old-fashioned, but they are tried and tested. That is because we believe in organic gardening where we are not going to be using chemical fertilizers and chemical pesticides to protect our vegetables. Even though the methods given here may be called old school by 21st century gardeners, they have been in use throughout the world for millenniums and they have been giving time-tested results. So let us look at the easy ways in which we can begin preliminaries in vegetable gardening, in our own backyard.

Author : Paul Keels
Publisher : Ascend Books
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1736943189

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The Best in the Land by Paul Keels Pdf

The Best in the Land by Voice of the Buckeyes Paul Keels, tells the story of Brutus Buckeye, from nut to beloved mascot. Young Brutus dreams of one day playing football for his favorite team, The Ohio State Buckeyes. He works hard, but when his chance arrives, it's not as a player. As Brutus finds new ways of helping his friends to victory week after week, he learns there's more than one way to be part of a team. From running the scoreboard to helping coaches craft plays, to giving the players an extra boost of confidence, Brutus is determined to do his part. But will he ever get to take the field with the team? Will he be able to find his place at Ohio State? Throughout this wonderfully illustrated, rhyming story, Brutus shows his true worth to the fans, players, and coaches. What honor can they bestow to show him how grateful they are? This story of team spirit and perseverance will appeal both to young readers and lifelong fans. The Best in the Land is officially licensed by The Ohio State University and is sure to become a favorite for Buckeyes of all ages!

Author : Hannah Twaddell,Dan Emerine,National Cooperative Highway Research Program
Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Land use
ISBN : 9780309098946

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Best Practices to Enhance the Transportation-land Use Connection in the Rural United States by Hannah Twaddell,Dan Emerine,National Cooperative Highway Research Program Pdf

NCHRP Report 582 explores how to integrate land use and transportation in rural communities. The report also highlights programs and investment strategies designed to support community development and livability while providing adequate transportation capacity.

Author : Stephen Demainbray
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1831
Category : Agricultural laborers
ISBN : BL:A0024406871

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The Poor Man's Best Friend, Or, Land to Cultivate for His Own Benefit by Stephen Demainbray Pdf

Author : Verne Elbert Davison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : MINN:30000010166944

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Farm Fishponds for Food and Good Land Use by Verne Elbert Davison Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Fishery conservation
ISBN : MINN:31951002892048L

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Best Current Practices for Fish and Wildlife on Surface-mined Land in the Northern Appalachian Coal Region by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gerry Reddy,Eddie Smyth,Michael Steyn
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351285582

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Land Access and Resettlement by Gerry Reddy,Eddie Smyth,Michael Steyn Pdf

This book is an up-to-date, accessible and practical guide on how to optimally plan for, implement and review land access and resettlement. It provides step-by-step information on how to avoid pitfalls, ensure that best practice is being employed and the correct standards are being applied. With useful real-life examples of when projects have gone well and when they haven't, the book is based on the main lessons that have been learned on-the-ground over the past decade. Natural resource projects can have considerable impacts on local communities, chiefly due to the need to acquire large areas of land. When projects are located in developing and middle income economies, the impacts are most keenly felt, as it often requires displacement of large rural populations, with predominately land-based livelihoods. The authors have planned, implemented and reviewed over 50 land access and resettlement projects in over 30 countries internationally, and conducted benchmarking exercises on a further 60 projects. This experience provides the basis for the book. The book guides the reader through the different stages of preparing for a land resettlement project. Land Access and Resettlement is a key social risk for the natural resources sector, particularly the mining, oil and gas industries, who are operating in a context of increased awareness and regulation regarding the potential social impacts of their activities. At the same time, companies increasingly appreciate the business case for ‘getting social right’. This book provides a practical road map to corporate leaders, project managers, practitioners, academia, government and civil society for practically planning and implementing successful land access and resettlement, and creating win-win outcomes for companies and communities.

Author : Susan M. Hill
Publisher : Univ. of Manitoba Press
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9780887554582

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The Clay We Are Made Of by Susan M. Hill Pdf

If one seeks to understand Haudenosaunee (Six Nations) history, one must consider the history of Haudenosaunee land. For countless generations prior to European contact, land and territory informed Haudenosaunee thought and philosophy, and was a primary determinant of Haudenosaunee identity. In The Clay We Are Made Of, Susan M. Hill presents a revolutionary retelling of the history of the Grand River Haudenosaunee from their Creation Story through European contact to contemporary land claims negotiations. She incorporates Indigenous theory, Fourth world post-colonialism, and Amerindian autohistory, along with Haudenosaunee languages, oral records, and wampum strings to provide the most comprehensive account of the Haudenosaunee’s relationship to their land. Hill outlines the basic principles and historical knowledge contained within four key epics passed down through Haudenosaunee cultural history. She highlights the political role of women in land negotiations and dispels their misrepresentation in the scholarly canon. She guides the reader through treaty relationships with Dutch, French, and British settler nations, including the Kaswentha/Two-Row Wampum (the precursor to all future Haudenosaunee-European treaties), the Covenant Chain, the Nanfan Treaty, and the Haldimand Proclamation, and concludes with a discussion of the current problematic relationships between the Grand River Haudenosaunee, the Crown, and the Canadian government.

Author : Thomas Edward Cliffe Leslie
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1870
Category : Europe
ISBN : GENT:900000167320

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Land Systems and Industrial Economy of Ireland, England, and Continental Countries by Thomas Edward Cliffe Leslie Pdf

Author : Sir R. Arthur Arnold
Publisher : London : C.K. Paul
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1880
Category : Land tenure
ISBN : OXFORD:600074969

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Free Land by Sir R. Arthur Arnold Pdf

Author : Wendy Wolford,Saturnino M. Borras, Jr.,Ruth Hall,Ian Scoones,Ben White
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-09-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781118688243

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Governing Global Land Deals by Wendy Wolford,Saturnino M. Borras, Jr.,Ruth Hall,Ian Scoones,Ben White Pdf

This collection of essays in Governing Global Land Deals provides new empirical and theoretical analyses of the relationships between global land grabs and processes of government and governance. Reframes debates on global land grabs by focusing on the relationship between large-scale land deals and processes of governance Offers new theoretical insights into the different forms and effects of global land acquisitions Illuminates both the micro-processes of transaction and expropriation, as well as the broader structural forces at play in global land deals Provides new empirical data on the different actors involved in contemporary land deals occurring across the globe and focuses on the specific institutional, political, and economic contexts in which they are acting