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  Marcus Daly's Road to Montana

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  The Making of a Copper King!Born in 1841 to tenant farmers, Marcus Daly came from ruralIreland to New York as a boy. Having learned the big city’s harsh lessons, he traveled west to the gold and silver mining camps ofCalifornia, Nevada, Utah and Montana. Then, a spectacular discovery in the Anaconda mine him one of Montana’s famed Copper Kings. Yet, his early life remained shrouded in myth. Famed for his machinations in state politics and shaping Butte into the “Richest Hill on Earth,” his path from farm boy to mining king has been overlooked. For the first time, author Brenda Wahler brings his secretive and formative early years to life.

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  The Korean Famine of 1950-1953 -...

  Sarah Willards

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  Before the Korean War and the subsequent famine that gripped the Korean Peninsula from 1950 to 1953, Korea was a land marked by centuries of history, cultural development, and foreign influence. In the early 20th century, the Korean people were under the harsh rule of Japanese colonialism, which lasted from 1910 to 1945. During this period, the Japanese occupation had devastating effects on the Korean economy, agriculture, and society. The Japanese implemented policies that restructured the land distribution system, forced farmers to increase rice production for export, and destroyed much of the local economy in the process. This left the Korean Peninsula struggling with a weakened agricultural system and an economy dependent on Japan. 
  After Japan’s defeat in World War II, Korea was liberated in 1945. However, this newfound freedom came with its own set of challenges. The peninsula was divided along the 38th parallel into two zones of occupation, with the Soviet Union controlling the north and the United States occupying the south. This division set the stage for the creation of two separate Korean states: the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) in the north, and the Republic of Korea (South Korea) in the south. Both nations had vastly different political systems, economies, and ideologies, leading to a growing tension between the two that would ultimately culminate in the outbreak of the Korean War in 1950. 
  In the years leading up to the war, both North and South Korea were in a fragile state. The land was still reeling from the effects of the Japanese occupation, and the infrastructure was damaged and underdeveloped. The North, under the leadership of Kim Il-sung, began implementing communist policies and land reforms that were intended to restructure the economy. Meanwhile, the South, under the leadership of Syngman Rhee, leaned toward a more capitalist and democratic system.

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  Plan on Living

  Scott M. Peterson

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  The pension plans that previous generations relied upon for monthly retirement income are vanishing and being replaced by self-funding programs such as 401(k)s. Today's retirees are now responsible for creating their own stream of income from their investments-and this income may need to last for more than three decades. So, the singular question every retiree needs to ask is:Am I going to outlive my money, or is my money going to outlive me?Plan on Living: The Retiree's Guide to Lasting Income and Enduring Wealth addresses this question and many more about the management of retirement assets. The concepts taught within the pages of this book will demonstrate how a retirement income plan should be constructed and monitored to enable the retiree to transition a career's worth of accumulations into a lifetime's worth of income. With such a plan for living in place, retirees can truly plan on living the abundant retirement they dream of.Visit petersonwealth.com to learn more about Peterson Wealth Advisors.

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  Historical Influences - How...

  Joseph Arston

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  Jewish culture and identity are deeply rooted in ancient history, shaped by significant events, traditions, and teachings that continue to influence contemporary Jewish life. From biblical narratives to the Second Temple period, these early foundations laid the groundwork for Jewish beliefs, customs, and communal structures. 
  The impact of biblical narratives is one of the most defining aspects of Jewish history. The Torah, regarded as the cornerstone of Jewish faith and law, provides a historical and spiritual framework that has guided Jewish life for millennia. Stories of the patriarchs, such as Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, emphasize themes of faith, covenant, and resilience. The Exodus story, recounting the Israelites’ liberation from Egypt, remains a central symbol of perseverance and divine intervention, shaping Jewish festivals like Passover and reinforcing the concept of Jewish unity. The laws and ethical teachings in the Torah continue to influence Jewish traditions, values, and social practices. 
  Jewish identity in the ancient world was shaped by interactions with surrounding civilizations. Living in lands governed by powerful empires such as Egypt, Babylon, Persia, and Rome, Jewish communities maintained their distinct religious and cultural practices while also adapting to changing political and social landscapes. The Babylonian Exile in the 6th century BCE was a turning point, as it not only led to the destruction of the First Temple but also forced Jews to develop new ways of preserving their heritage in foreign lands. This period saw the rise of synagogue worship and the emphasis on textual study, both of which remain central to Jewish life today.

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  Wicked Women of Ohio

  Jane Ann Turzillo

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  True crime with a Midwest twist. The award-winning writer recounts the stories of Ohio's most notorious vixens, viragoes, and villainesses. 
   
   
   
  The Buckeye State produced its share of wicked women. Tenacious madam Clara Palmer contended with constant police raids during the 1880s and '90s. Only her death could shut the doors of her gilded bordello in Cleveland. Failed actress Mildred Gillars left for Europe right before World War II. Because she fell in love with the wrong man, she wound up peddling Nazi propaganda on the radio as "Axis Sally." Volatile Hester Foster was already doing time at the Ohio State Penitentiary when she bashed in the head of a fellow inmate with a shovel. The sinister Anna Marie Hahn dosed at least five elderly Cincinnati men with arsenic and croton oil and then watched them die in agony while pretending to nurse them back to health.

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  Get a Firm Hold on Your Business...

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