In 1929, a transplanted Arkansas sawmill owner named J.M. Davis decided to put his collection of 99 firearms on display in the lobby of his Claremore, Oklahoma, hotel. Some 40 years later, on Davis's 82nd birthday, the artifacts found a permanent home at the Claremore's J.M. David Arms and Historical Museum, an internationally known tourist attraction celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2019. Today, thousands of visitors a year marvel at exhibits featuring statuary, knives, swords, saddles, American Indian artifacts, political buttons, World War I posters, and many other items--all in addition to the most extensive private collection of guns on the face of the earth. With words and pictures, this book tells the behind-the-scenes story of the museum and John Monroe Davis--the man, his times, and his amazing acquisitions.
Volume two of The Texas Biography Series reveals Edmund J. Davis, the heroic man who stood in strong opposition to his peers and better reflected the ideals of the nation than those of so many of his contemporaries. Carl H. Moneyhon presents a long overdue favorable account of a man who was determined to make progressive changes and stand in stark opposition to the state's political elite. What moved this man to take such a dramatic stand against his political peers? Moneyhon strives to answer this very question.Edmund J. Davis was not only a part of the political elite during the Civil War, but he also opposed secession. He refused to follow most of Texas' leaders and actively opposed the Confederacy by attempting to bring Texas back to the Union. After the war, Davis was a leader in reconstructing the state based on true free labor and pursued progressive and egalitarian policies as governor of Texas.Through the entire reconstruction process Davis faced extreme Confederate hostility. After leaving the governor's mansion an unpopular man and politician, he still remained dedicated to changing Texas. He worked to change his adopted state until the day he died.
True and hilarious stories from an unconventional life. Childhood adventures in the Sonora desert, treasure hunting in the Sea of Cortez, swimming with whales in Hawaii, anarchy in Central California, sleeping on beaches, sleeping on the side of a highway, consorting with strippers in Mexico ... this book goes all over the place. It's a fun ride
""A Boy From Kentucky: Being A Little Journey To The Life Of J. Leslie Davis"" is a biographical book written by Warren B. Davis. The book takes the reader on a journey through the life of J. Leslie Davis, a boy who grew up in Kentucky and went on to become a successful businessman and philanthropist. The book begins by introducing the reader to Leslie's childhood in Kentucky, where he grew up on a farm and learned the value of hard work and determination. As the story unfolds, the reader learns about Leslie's journey to success, from his early years as a salesman to his rise to the top of the business world.Throughout the book, Warren B. Davis provides insight into Leslie's character, highlighting his dedication to his family, his faith, and his community. The author also explores Leslie's philanthropic endeavors, including his work with the Boy Scouts of America and other charitable organizations.Overall, ""A Boy From Kentucky"" is a heartwarming and inspiring story that celebrates the life of a remarkable man. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of Kentucky, the business world, or the power of determination and perseverance.This is a new release of the original 1938 edition.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.
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