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This valuable survey of the impact of New Deal agencies and programs focuses on the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains and Great Basin, the Pacific Northwest, and California during the period from 1932 to 1940.

Few writers have written as thoughtfully and extensively on Oklahoma politics and culture as Richard Lowitt. His work of the past six decades moves with ease among historical topics as various as agriculture, health, industry, labor, and the environment, offering an informed and enlightened perspective. Collected for the first time in one volume, Lowitt's articles on post-World War II Oklahoma and notable Oklahomans reveal a remarkable range of the state's political, environmental, agricultural, civil rights, and Native American history in the Cold War era. Nowhere else, for example, is the controversy stirred up by Congressman Mike Synar recounted so well, and Lowitt's analysis of the decades-long battle over grazing rights on federal land clarifies the issues surrounding a topic still in the news today. Likewise, Lowitt's analysis of Oklahoma's farm crisis in the 1970s and '80s extends far beyond the state's borders, illuminating significant and subtle aspects of an artificially engineered agricultural disaster whose consequences are still felt. His probing of the ""enigma of Mike Monroney,"" U.S. senator from Oklahoma during the McCarthy period, yields valuable insights into the political nature of the politician, the state, and the times. Other articles span decades, from the development of the Grand River Dam Authority (1935-1964) to the damming of the Arkansas River to create Kaw Reservoir (1957-1976) and efforts to improve Indian health in Oklahoma (1954-1980). Whether discussing environmental and cultural ecology or plumbing the politics of Fort Sill's entry into the missile age, Lowitt's articles are broad in scope and unsparing in detail. All based on the author's research in the Western History Collections at the University of Oklahoma, these essays form an invaluable historical repository, put into clarifying context by one of Oklahoma's most respected historians.

"Examines how inhabitants of the Oklahoma Panhandle throughout the 20th century used the semiarid lands that Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico did not want, and that Texas, after entering the Union as a slave state, could not have. Focuses particularly onagriculture and production of natural gas and helium"--Provided by publisher.

""A Merchant Prince of the Nineteenth Century: William E. Dodge"" is a biography written by Richard Lowitt. The book tells the story of William E. Dodge, a successful businessman and philanthropist who lived in the 1800s. Dodge was a prominent figure in the world of commerce, and his success in the hardware industry made him one of the wealthiest men of his time. The book explores the life of Dodge from his early years, through his rise to prominence in the business world, to his later years as a philanthropist and public figure. It details his business ventures, including his partnership with his father in the hardware business and his involvement in the shipping and railroad industries. The book also delves into Dodge's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his involvement in social and political issues of the day. Dodge was a prominent abolitionist and played a key role in the Underground Railroad, helping to smuggle slaves to freedom. He was also involved in various charitable and religious organizations, and his philanthropic efforts helped to establish institutions such as the YMCA and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Overall, ""A Merchant Prince of the Nineteenth Century: William E. Dodge"" provides a fascinating look at the life of one of America's most successful businessmen and philanthropists, and sheds light on the social and political issues of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""George W. Norris, V1: The Making Of A Progressive, 1861-1912"" is a biography written by Richard Lowitt that chronicles the life and political career of George W. Norris, a prominent American politician during the early 20th century. The book covers Norris's early life, including his upbringing in rural Nebraska and his education at the University of Nebraska. It also delves into his early political career as a lawyer and member of the Nebraska legislature.The bulk of the book focuses on Norris's time in the United States House of Representatives, where he became known for his progressive views and advocacy for rural America. The book explores his role in passing important legislation, such as the Rural Credits Act and the Norris-LaGuardia Anti-Injunction Act, as well as his opposition to the Taft administration and the Republican Party's conservative wing.Throughout the book, Lowitt portrays Norris as a principled and determined politician who was not afraid to challenge the status quo. He also examines the personal relationships and political alliances that shaped Norris's career, including his close friendship with fellow progressive Robert La Follette.Overall, ""George W. Norris, V1: The Making Of A Progressive, 1861-1912"" provides a detailed and insightful look at the life and political career of one of the most influential politicians of the early 20th century.In Three Volumes. Volume 1, The Making Of A Progressive 1861-1912; Volume 2, The Persistence Of A Progressive 1913-1933; Volume 3, The Triumph Of A Progressive 1933-1944.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.