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The Commercial Advertiser, 1853

Directory for the City of Buffalo, Containing Also Advertisements of the Principal Merchants in the Cities of Buffalo and New York (Classic Reprint)

Author: N.A

Publisher: Forgotten Books

ISBN: 9781527894204

Category: Reference

Page: 414

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Excerpt from The Commercial Advertiser, 1853: Directory for the City of Buffalo, Containing Also Advertisements of the Principal Merchants in the Cities of Buffalo and New York F Boiler, Plate, Fine, and Sheet Iron, An 1' ron, Steel, Boiler Rivets, American Rivets of Sheet Iron, to. to. For sale. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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The Commercial Advertiser Directory for the City of Buffalo, 1848-1849

Containing, in Addition to the Usual Matter, a Sketch of the Early History of Buffalo (Classic Reprint)

Author: George W. Clinton

Publisher: Forgotten Books

ISBN: 9780267573066

Category: Reference

Page: 292

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Excerpt from The Commercial Advertiser Directory for the City of Buffalo, 1848-1849: Containing, in Addition to the Usual Matter, a Sketch of the Early History of Buffalo In conclusion, we would. Distinctly repeat our proposal of last year that it is our intention to publish a Directory of the city annually - 41nd with succeeding years hope so to improve upon its appearance' and mat ter as to make it every way worthy of general support. Having our arrangements now made the public may depend upon seeing us annu ally, and at as early a date in the season as may be practicable, having due regard to being correct. At the end of the list of names will be found a few names which were not received in time to be placed in their proper arrangement. It may not be improper here to drop a word to our citizens generally on the importance of seeing that correct information is given to collect ors of names. Much trouble has been experienced in this department - in many instances the answering questions has been deputed to per sons entirely incompetent - and doubtless many errors have arisen in consequence. It is a trifling matter for each housekeeper to prepare a list of the heads of the family, boarders, &c., and we hope another year our citizens will bear this more generally in mind. A good and correct Directory is a matter of common interest to every citizen, and it can only be produced by a general and cordial co-operation. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Life, Letters and Speeches

Author: George Copway

Publisher: U of Nebraska Press

ISBN: 9780803264632

Category: History

Page: 255

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George Copway (Kahgegagahbowh, 1818?69), an Ojibwe writer and lecturer, rose to prominence in American literary, political, and social circles during the mid-nineteenth century. His colorful, kaleidoscopic life took him from the tiny Ojibwe village of his youth to the halls of state legislatures throughout the eastern United States and eventually overseas. Copway converted to Methodism as a teenager and traveled throughout the Midwest as a missionary, becoming a forceful and energetic spokesperson for temperance and the rights and sovereignty of Indians, lecturing to large crowds in the United States and Europe, and founding a newspaper devoted to Native issues. ø One of the first Native American autobiographies, Life, Letters and Speeches chronicles Copway's unique and often difficult cultural journey, vividly portraying the freedom of his early childhood, the dramatic moment of his spiritual awakening to Methodism, the rewards and frustrations of missionary work, his desperate race home to warn of a pending Sioux attack, and the harrowing rescue of his son from drowning.
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True Sex

The Lives of Trans Men at the Turn of the Twentieth Century

Author: Emily Skidmore

Publisher: NYU Press

ISBN: 1479870633

Category: History

Page: 272

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The incredible stories of how trans men assimilated into mainstream communities in the late 1800s. In 1883, Frank Dubois gained national attention for his life in Waupun, Wisconsin. There he was known as a hard-working man, married to a young woman named Gertrude Fuller. What drew national attention to his seemingly unremarkable life was that he was revealed to be anatomically female. Dubois fit so well within the small community that the townspeople only discovered his “true sex” when his former husband and their two children arrived in the town searching in desperation for their departed wife and mother. At the turn of the twentieth century, trans men were not necessarily urban rebels seeking to overturn stifling gender roles. In fact, they often sought to pass as conventional men, choosing to live in small towns where they led ordinary lives, aligning themselves with the expectations of their communities. They were, in a word, unexceptional. In True Sex, Emily Skidmore uncovers the stories of eighteen trans men who lived in the United States between 1876 and 1936. Despite their “unexceptional” quality, their lives are surprising and moving, challenging much of what we think we know about queer history. By tracing the narratives surrounding the moments of “discovery” in these communities – from reports in local newspapers to medical journals and beyond -- this book challenges the assumption that the full story of modern American sexuality is told by cosmopolitan radicals. Rather, True Sex reveals complex narratives concerning rural geography and community, persecution and tolerance, and how these factors intersect with the history of race, identity and sexuality in America.
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Daring Deeds of American Heroes

Author: James Brayman

Publisher: Applewood Books

ISBN: 1429021225

Category: History

Page: 544

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Over two million Shakespeare Shorts sold Discover the world of Shakespeare with this collection of brilliant stories - perfect for readers of all ages. King Henry V is new to the throne and declares war on France, England's old enemy, to prove his military strength. As the country prepares for battle, will the young king accomplish the unthinkable - victory on French soil, against an army that outnumbers his troops ten to one? A dramatic retelling of one of Shakespeare's most famous history plays.
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Tamerlane and Other Poems

Author: Edgar Allan Poe,A. Bostonian

Publisher: Lulu.com

ISBN: 0557239257

Category:

Page: 56

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Tamerlane and Other Poems is the first published work by American writer Edgar Allan Poe. The short collection of poems was first published in 1827. Today, it is believed only 12 of approximately 50 copies of the collection still exist. The poems were largely inspired by Lord Byron, including the long title poem "Tamerlane", which depicts a historical conqueror who laments the loss of his first romance. Like much of Poe's future work, the poems in Tamerlane and Other Poems include themes of love, death, and pride.
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Finding List

Of History, Politics, Biography, Geography, Travel and Anthropology in the Young Men's Library at Buffalo

Author: N.A

Publisher: N.A

ISBN: N.A

Category: Library catalogs

Page: N.A

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The Physiognomy of Buffalo

The Annual Address Delivered Before the Buffalo Historical Society, Jan. 13, 1864

Author: George W 1804-1881 Hosmer

Publisher: Palala Press

ISBN: 9781359361424

Category:

Page: N.A

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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The Significance of the Frontier in American History

Author: Frederick Jackson Turner

Publisher: Penguin UK

ISBN: 014196331X

Category: History

Page: 128

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This hugely influential work marked a turning point in US history and culture, arguing that the nation’s expansion into the Great West was directly linked to its unique spirit: a rugged individualism forged at the juncture between civilization and wilderness, which – for better or worse – lies at the heart of American identity today. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves – and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives – and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
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Influence (rev)

The Psychology of Persuasion

Author: Robert B. Cialdini

Publisher: Harper Collins

ISBN: 0688128165

Category: Business & Economics

Page: 320

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Influence, the classic book on persuasion, explains the psychology of why people say "yes"-and how to apply these understandings. Dr. Robert Cialdini is the seminal expert in the rapidly expanding field of influence and persuasion. His thirty-five years of rigorous, evidence-based research along with a three-year program of study on what moves people to change behavior has resulted in this highly acclaimed book. You'll learn the six universal principles, how to use them to become a skilled persuader-and how to defend yourself against them. Perfect for people in all walks of life, the principles of Influence will move you toward profound personal change and act as a driving force for your success.
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Yoga for Singers

Freeing Your Voice and Spirit Through Yoga

Author: Linda Lister

Publisher: Lulu.com

ISBN: 125709212X

Category: Self-Help

Page: 164

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From opera diva Karita Mattila to Lady Gaga, from Broadway's Mandy Patinkin to pop star Jason Mraz, singers are doing yoga, and experiencing its ability to free their voices and psyches. Yoga provides bountiful rewards for singers: the practice of rib-opening and spine-lengthening asanas can improve alignment, while spinal twists, pranayama breathing techniques, and meditation can focus the mind and calm performance anxiety. Some singers have turned to beta blockers to deal with the stress of stage fright, but yoga proves there is a medication-free, self-nurturing method of combating the pressure of performing. Yoga For Singers gives singers and voice teachers the tools that yoga can provide to help improve their physical, emotional and thus vocal well-being and to manage performing with the most personal of instruments, their voices
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The Genealogist's Address Book. 6th Edition

Author: Elizabeth Petty Bentley

Publisher: Genealogical Publishing Com

ISBN: 9780806317960

Category: Reference

Page: 799

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"The Genealogist's Address Book is the answer to the perennial question, 'What's out there in the world of genealogy?' What organizations, institutions, special resources, and websites can help me? Where do I write or phone or send e-mail? Once again, Elizabeth Bentley's Address Book answers these questions and more. Now in its 6th edition, The Genealogist's Address Book gives you access to all the key sources of genealogical information, providing names, addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers, e-mail addresses, websites, names of contact persons, and other pertinent information for more than 27,000 organizations, including libraries, archives, societies, government agencies, vital records offices, professional bodies, publications, research centers, and special interest groups. Based on a written survey of thousands of organizations and institutions across the country, and supplemented by information from printed and Internet sources, the new 6th edition of the Address Book has been extensively revised and updated, eliminating undeliverable addresses and defunct organizations, while adding thousands of additional sources. Besides new websites and e-mail addresses, the new edition features greatly expanded coverage of archival agencies and vital records offices, especially in the New England states and New York. In addition, it is now easier to use than ever, with all 27,000 entries divided into two easy-to-use sections."--P. [4] of cover.
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The Grand American avenue, 1850-1920

Author: Jan Cigliano,Sarah Bradford Landau,Octagon (Washington, D.C.)

Publisher: Pomegranate

ISBN: N.A

Category: Architecture

Page: 389

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The individuals who transformed American cities and towns in the post-Civil War decades built their homes, with few exceptions, on America's grand avenues, such as New York's Fifth Avenue and Los Angeles's Wilshire Boulevard. This book offers essays on twelve eminent urban residential avenues, each contributed by a different scholar and accompanied by twenty to thirty duotone photographs. Originally published as the catalog for the exhibit at the Octagon Museum of the American Architectural Foundation.