The U.S. Army and the Texas Frontier Economy, 1845-1900 (Texas a & M University Military History Series)

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The soldier as scout and skirmisher has long captured the public interest but in this first detailed historical examination of the army and the Texas economy historian Thomas T. Smith finds that the more significant role of the soldier on the frontier was as nation-builder and colonizer. Mid-nineteenth century America's largest corporate body, the U.S. Army, and the nation's largest geo-political organization, the State of Texas, shared a symbiotic relationship and a strong military-commercial alliance. In the frontier conflict during the last half of the nineteenth century the Department of Texas was the army's most extensive and most expensive theater of war. The army brought seventy million dollars into Texas and military logistics was a critical factor in the growth of the immature cash-poor economy of early statehood as well as the recovery from the devastation of Civil War inflation. The army was key to the development of steam navigation on the Rio Grande and to the growth of long haul wagon freighting in the state. The fort-satellite village relationship created a dozen Texas towns and cities, while the military roads connecting those forts produced the commercial pathways of the western half of the state. Army engineers gave Texas its first deep water port at Galveston, and army contracts were instrumental in developing other Texas ports. The U.S. Army and the Texas Frontier Economy challenges the myth of rugged Texas pioneer individualism, demonstrating that Army dollars were a cornerstone of the frontier economy and influenced every business market from corn to real estate, more benefiting to the struggling agrarian and merchant middle class than to the large pockets of few affluent players. The army was a good Texan, giving more that it took, playing an important but long under-appreciated role in the rise of the Lone Star State. In addition, the four appendix offer a valuable list of army contracts for wagon and steamboat freighting, and for antebellum forage and beef contractors.

The U.S. Army and the Texas Frontier Economy, 1845-1900.: An article from: Journal of Southern History

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The U.S. Army and the Texas Frontier Economy, 1845-1900.: An article from: Journal of Southern History
Garna L. Christian
Manufacturer: Southern Historical Association
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B0008HXJ6W
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Journal of Southern History, published by Southern Historical Association on May 1, 2001. The length of the article is 542 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The U.S. Army and the Texas Frontier Economy, 1845-1900.
Author: Garna L. Christian
Publication: Journal of Southern History (Refereed)
Date: May 1, 2001
Publisher: Southern Historical Association
Volume: 67 Issue: 2 Page: 457

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Macesich's latest book argues that the poor performance of monetary policy can be attributed to the ease with which "money" slips into the political arena to become a singularly important political issue. Discretionary authority facilitates monetary manipulation for political ends, thereby increasing uncertainty and casting doubt on money, the monetary system, and indeed the monetary authority itself. The author traces the evolution of the debate over rules versus discretionary authority and discusses various methods that economists have proposed for constrain the monetary authority. If monetary policy is to be credible and thus successful, the hands of monetary policy makers are better tied than left free. This work by a noted authority on monetary theory and policy will interest economists in academia and the policy-making community.

Monetary Policy and Politics: Rules versus Discretion

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Monetary Policy and Politics: Rules versus Discretion
George Macesich
Manufacturer: Praeger Publishers
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ASIN: B000ORMI7C

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Stimulated excellent ideas!.......2001-05-01

This is one of the better books I have read on e-Business and Entrepreneurship. Two of the previous reviews lament the lack of practical ideas. However, the author states that this is not a "how-to" book, but a book on ideas. If your purpose is to find specific strategies and to be walked through the implementation, then you will be disappointed. If you are looking for new ways to think about business in order to create your own ideas, then the book will serve its purpose.

Some key take aways were the concepts of growing solutions, cooperative game theory(which is validated in Coopetition), communication strategy and new venture probability. I am using the concept of growing solutions via listserves and virtual teams to create a strategy for a deregulated electric utility. In trying to start my own company, I have been stumped on how to get started. The author addresses this problem by using the Hilbert Space/Green Frog concept to get started, which is half the battle in itself. It's been said that the definition of an entrepreneur is a person who brings together resources. This book discusses ways to do this utilizing the Internet.

The book is not without it's drawbacks. The reading tends to get bogged down as you get into the latter half of the book, though the author summarizes everything in the last chapter. Some of the explanations do get academic(Hilbert Space and Game Theory). Finally, better examples and cases would have been nice.

Overall, the ideas sparked by this book was worth the price and the 5 star rating.

Promises, promises.......2000-12-01

I found this book disappointing and self regarding. Although promising to look at the 'new world', set aside from 'bricks and mortar', without concrete examples of his strategy, it remains wistful thinking. Connections and collaboration are fine - up to a point. When real money is involved one has to be much more certain of the pedigree of one's collaborators. I for one need a great deal more convincing.Until he has a successful business built upon his ideals, they remain ideals and should be regarded as fodder not fact.

Very clever, but how practical?.......2000-08-06

There is no doubt that Peter is a genius and a unique thinker in the digital age. However, this book requires some huge leaps of faith as it is based on unsubstantiated assumptions.
One also has to question Peters credentials for writing this book - what is his relevant hands on experience? He is an academic, a great thinker, but with little experience.
A great book if you are the sort of person who can ask why and question the assumptions, as you will be capable of sifting the dross from the gems (which are there!)
To summarise, if you want your ideas deeply challenged, and want to discover new outlooks on the new economy, this is a great book. If you want to actually create a viable business, be prepared to take a leap of faith.

Peter Small's Quirky Genius is on Display Again.......2000-05-15

Peter Small is known for being an "outside the box" thinker. This book is yet another example of his interesting and refreshing ideas. I found myself arguing with him through most of the book, thinking, "this guy's crazy! Again!" but I eventually came around to his way of seeing things. This certainly isn't what you read everywhere else about putting up a Web site.

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This book includes useful sample forms, a glossary of common industry terms, and step-by-step instructions, work sheets, and checklists that will guide the reader through each step of starting, running and growing a business.

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Bland.......2005-06-15

I don't know what is up with the Entrepreneur-magazine series of books, but I've read several of them now and I've yet to be impressed with any of them. The best way to describe this book...BLAND AND FULL OF FLUFF. Most of them are apparently written by people who have NO real-world business experience. They are not recommended.

Cleaning Up in Your Service Business (Psi Successful Business Library)

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"Cleaning Up in Your Service Business" Cleans Up!!!
Who turned on the lights?

Cleaning Up in Your Service Business (Psi Successful Business Library)
Brian W. Appleton , and Carolyn Appleton
Manufacturer: PSI Research
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1555715370

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The basic secret to succeeding in almost any business today seems elusive to many entrepreneurs, but it really is no mystery. My father once said to me, 'When it comes to starting a successful business, find a need and fill it.'

From Window Washing and Landscaping to Pest Control, Graffiti Removal, Maid Service, and Yacht Cleaning, there is good money to be made in the service industry. And Cleaning Up in Your Service Business is by far the most comprehensive guide to starting, running, and succeeding in a lucrative and personally satisfying service business.

Why start a service business? Because, as the author points out, service businesses can be started with relatively little investment and can provide individuals the opportunity to own a business in tune with their own interests. And, best of all, service businesses are among the fastest growing small businesses in the country.

In addition to sound start-up advice, sample forms, and important contact information, this book goes a step further than any other book of its kind. For each of the 30 separate businesses covered, the author lists detailed pricing recommendations for the service provided. This information is typically kept "secret" by franchisors who charge their franchisees hundreds--sometimes thousands--of dollars to learn what Brian Appleton gives his readers. This alone will make Cleaning Up in Your Service Business the resource book of choice for those thinking about starting their own service company

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"Cleaning Up in Your Service Business" Cleans Up!!!.......2002-06-01

I definitely recommend this book for all new entrepreneurs.

This book focuses on the application and implementation of real
world business theory, showing you step by step how to start a
service-oriented business.

The author provides telephone numbers, book references, and
lists several business opportunities that will help the reader
to get started right away in setting up a new business, if he/she so chooses.

An Excellent Read!

Who turned on the lights?.......2001-03-15

For the past three and a half years I have run a small service business in Charleston, SC. The service I provide mainly consists of window cleaning and glass replacement. So far my success at producing profit has been limited. It seems as though I am often asking myself "What am I doing wrong?"

As I read Brian Appleton's book, "Cleaning Up In Your Service Business" it was as though someone finally turned on the lights. For three and a half years I had sat in the dark, unable to see where my business was heading, and unable to control it.

This book explained what I need to do to make that profit I've been looking for. It is simple to read, and easy to understand. Each section clearly explains the progressive steps needed to run a successful service business. It also provides suggestions for diversifying, and bringing in needed capital during slow seasons.

I recommend this book to anyone looking to get started in the service industry. Or to those of you like me, who have a business that has not been producing the desired results - MONEY. By putting the principles found in "Cleaning Up In Your Service Business" to practice, I have already seen growth in my business, and profit margin.

Daniel Riley

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How many times have you had to persuade colleagues or acquaintances to accept your ideas or opinions? Now there is a user-friendly and accessible handbook that leads you through some 300 important persuasive tactics such as cross-referencing, analogy, argument presentation, humor, metaphor, and active listening, all presented in a clear and concise manner. Each tactic is described, illustrated by practical examples, and followed by suggestions for further reading.

The Handbook of Persuasive Tactics was compiled from research findings in communications, linguistics, pragmatics and related fields. Active communicators in management or communications studies have the option of using this book either as a reference tool or a manual for goal-oriented speech. An etensive index lists the persuasive tasks communicators might need to perform such as setting the agenda, avoiding a subject, conceding a point, and presenting oneself as trustworthy.

Ideal for business professionals or courses in the management of interaction, pragmatics, discourse analysis, and communications.

Handbook of Persuasive Tactics: A Practical Language Guide

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Handbook of Persuasive Tactics: A Practical Language Guide
Joan Mulholland
Manufacturer: Taylor & Francis, Inc.
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Binding: Hardcover
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No One Will Hire Me! 2nd Edition: Avoid 15 Mistakes and Win the Job (Career Savvy)
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In depth

For intelligent job-seekers who have trouble getting hired

No One Will Hire Me! 2nd Edition: Avoid 15 Mistakes and Win the Job (Career Savvy)
Ron Krannich
Manufacturer: Impact Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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The perfect job search guide for everyone, from exoffenders and transitioning military personnel to students, job changers, and displaced executives.

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In depth.......2005-10-12

No One Will Hire Me is an indepth book to help you land a job. It's well planned out, and gives the reality of job hunting instead of the myths. A must read.

For intelligent job-seekers who have trouble getting hired.......2002-11-14

Collaboratively written by career and travel writers Ron and Caryl Krannich, No One Will Hire Me! Avoid 15 Mistakes And Win The Job is a solidly written and extremely practical guide designed especially for intelligent job-seekers who have trouble getting hired because they do not fully understand business culture protocols. An extensive, easy-to-follow, and straightforward informational manual on identifying and avoiding mistakes as well as what positive attitudes to project, No One Will Hire Me! warns against such commonplace errors as spending too much time on the Internet and not enough time networking when searching for a job, arriving late for the interview, inadequate presentation, appearing too eager, appearing too apathetic, reading frivolous magazines in the interview waiting lobby when other personnel may be watching, failing to thank the interviewer for his time, and a great deal more. Highly recommended for serious applicants entering the job market for the first time, as well as those who because of corporate downsizing must re-entering the competitive job application process, No One Will Hire Me! is a "must-read" for anyone having to adapt to the conditions of today's job market.

The Privacy Plan : How to Keep What You Own Secret From High-Tech Snoops, Lawyers and Con Men
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Informative and interesting for those concerned w/privacy

An eye opening experience, very thought provoking.

Excellent advise from the top legal experts!

The Privacy Plan : How to Keep What You Own Secret From High-Tech Snoops, Lawyers and Con Men
Robert J. Mintz , and Peter S. Doft
Manufacturer: Francis O'Brien & Sons Publishing Company
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Binding: Hardcover

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Asset Protection : Concepts and Strategies for Protecting Your Wealth

ASIN: 0963997114

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Your private financial information--details about your bank accounts, stock ownership, and real estate--can now be accessed on the Internet. Anyone can find out what you own and how much you have. The Privacy Plan provides and in-depth look at the tactics and the business of the "information brokers"-a new breed of online cybersleuths who locate your accounts and financial records and sell the results to anyone who wants to know more about you.

The Privacy Plan is more than just an alarming real life story. The authors have set out a clear an direct strategy for protecting you from the dangers of these privacy intrusions.

You will learn how to hold your home, savings and business in a simple and convenient form to make what you own legally private and confidential. No one will know what you have or how much you are worth--unless you choose to tell them. And you don't have to go offshore or hide your money in a Swiss bank. Everthing can be held right where it is now--without complications or unnecessary expense.

The Privacy Plan gives you the best insider advice from the top legal experts in the field. it is your personal guide for taking back your financial privacy and protecting what you own from anyone who has no right to know your business.

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Not good enough.......2000-06-24

I have learned to be skeptical of financial privacy and asset protection books, most promise far more than they deliver--this book is no exception.

When it arrived from Amazon, my doubts began when I saw that the book was shrink wrapped. This usually means they don't want potential customers actually looking at the content in the bookstore. Also, the back cover prominently displays an internet site for the book. This Web site links you to the authors' professional Web site.

In my opinion this book is an overpriced infomercial for the authors' legal services.

The first one-third of the book is devoted to stating the obvious, that personal financial data is readily available for purchase and that our society is highly litigious. Is there anyone out there who didn't realize this?

Most of the rest of the book is devoted to an overly general discussion of various legal entities for asset protection and privacy such as corporations, family partnerships, limited liability companies, and trusts. For those who are unfamiliar with these issues, the book provides an adequate introduction to the topic. The book is 268 pages in length, but the author squanders page after page on filler, fluff and padding. Obviously, the authors want you to to go on to purchase their legal services.

In my opinion, the authors' enthusiasm for the limited liability company is a bit premature. This is a relatively new legal entity and there is not a large body of case law--especially in the complex and thorny area of asset protection. Also, there is no meaningful discussion of the all important tax implications of the choice of an LLC over that of a S or C corporation.

Despite the title, there is very little useful discussion of privacy preservation devices and there is much more emphasis on asset protection. The authors tend to overstate the protection afforded by privacy trusts and to understate the level of inconvenience that can result from their use--and there is absolutely no discussion of the costs of setting up and maintaining any of the plans they recommend.

I was particularly dismayed by one of their case studies in which they set up a privacy trust to hold title to the modest real estate and financial assets of an elderly client. In such instances, I would tend to advise conveying the residence to the person(s) she intends to bequeath the property to, while retaining a life estate to protect her interests. This would be much less expensive to set up and would have almost no maintenance costs, unlike the privacy trust.

On the plus side, the authors do a good job of warning people about offshore tax evasion schemes and other absurd internet scams.

Also, the authors overstate the benefit of keeping a low financial profile. Asset searches are quite expensive. A potential litigant who believes you have hidden assets may simply file the suit and in discovery (usually via an inexpensive interrogatory) will demand disclosure of all your interests in corporations, trust, etc.) If you perjure yourself and get caught--you're in big trouble. If you are not the big fish he thought you were, the litigant will at least try and pick up some chump change--and even the weakest of cases do have nuisance settlement value. Keeping a low profile is a great idea, but it is no panacea. What the authors call dangerous assets should be protected by some limited liability vehicle, but the choice between a corp. and an LLC is often more driven by tax implications than legal issues. Your first stop should be your accountant, not your lawyer.

While this book has some good points, it unfortunately seems to be intended to generate clients and legal fees for the authors.

I only wish the authors had written the book the title implies--a solid, detailed, practical manual on maximizing personal privacy. I believe there is a good market for such a book. There are already enough mediocre books on asset protection.

Informative and interesting for those concerned w/privacy.......1999-05-04

This book will make anyone think twice before giving out any type of personal information. There are several books written on this topic but none of them explain the issues they way Mintz and Doft do. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in protecting their privacy.

An eye opening experience, very thought provoking........1999-04-26

I found the book very interesting. We all know we have less privacy today than yesterday, but this book brings it home in a very personal way. If you have assets, this book is a must read.

Excellent advise from the top legal experts!.......1999-04-23

The Privacy Plan is the rarest find - a book that actually delivers what it promises. In a well written, clear and logical fashion the authors show how to protect financial privacy from a variety of dangerous intrustions. The authors explain in detail how others can gain access to our supposedly "private" bank and brokerage account records. That's fascinating material but most importantly, Mintz and Doft share their legal expertise and show us what strategies they use to protect the privacy of their clients. I have read other books on the topic of financial privacy and asset protection and there is nothing that comes close to the Privacy Plan. I give the Privacy Plan my highest recommendation.

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Twenty Years of Wall Street on Main Street is about the authorÃ•s experiences working with myriad clients in just about every investment venue in existence. It also includes his observations of his peers and how they worked with the investing public and the use of various firm proprietary investment products to enhance firm revenue, often at the expense of the clientÃ•s financial best interests. In the course of presenting his story, the author explains 20 years of financial market history and how that impacted his choices of investments for his clients. Additionally the author spends considerable time explaining the mechanics of investing through NYSE member firms including the rules of broker conduct, firm operations, the investment banking process, and how various firms exercised (or failed to exercise) their responsibilities in controlling broker misconduct. Finally, the text contains a wealth of information pertinent to investment decision making for investors of all levels of sophistication; a collection of necessary skills the author repeatedly demonstrated as a skilled practitioner under a multitude of difficult market conditions.

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