Three Railroads in Wyandotte County Kansas 1855 to 1874: Samuel Hallett’s Transcontinental Dream: Smith Ph.D., Curtis Vinicio: 9798861611770: Amazon.com: Books This historical investigation examines railroad history in Wyandotte County, Kansas from 1855-1874. The most important figure in Wyandotte County railroad history is Samuel Hallett (1827-1864). He carved out the Union Pacific Railway-Eastern Division from the … Read More “Wyandotte County Railroads” »
Kansas City KANSAS: Cultural Rhythms in Ragtime and Jazz: How a small African American community influenced American music: Smith Ph.D., Curtis Vinicio: 9798307806180: Amazon.com: Books Available for $40 now on Amazon! 50 biographical sketches on ragtime and jazz artists from Kansas City, Kansas. This is an ethnomusicology study of Kansas City, Kansas which serves as … Read More “Ragtime and Jazz History” »
The Ironies of Renaissance Florence: A Photo-Essay: Smith Ph.D., Curtis Vinicio: 9798864128190: Amazon.com: Books Florence, which means “City of Flowers” is appropriately named for many reasons. It is a city of rarified architecture, art, opera, food, wine, and an unparalleled stop on the way to understanding the ironic cycles of our western civilization. There are … Read More “Renaissance History” »