William Allen White

William Allen White (February 10, 1868 - January 29, 1944) was a renowned American newspaper editor, politician, author, and leader of the Progressive movement. Between 1896 and his death, White became the iconic spokesman for middle America. *Early life* Born in Emporia, Kansas, White moved to El Dorado, Kansas, with his parents, Allen and Mary Ann Hatten White, where he spent the majority of his childhood. He loved animals and reading various books. He attended the College of Emporia and the University of Kansas, and in 1892 started work at The Kansas City Star as an editorial writer. *Family* White married Sallie Lindsay in 1893. They had two children, William Lindsay, born in 1900, and Mary Katherine, born in 1904. Mary died in a 1921 horse-riding accident, prompting her father to write a famous eulogy, "Mary White," on August 17, 1921. White visited six of the seven continents at least once in his long life. Due to his fame and success, he received 10 honorary degrees from universities, including one from Harvard. White taught his son William L. the importance of journalism, and after his death, William L. took charge of the Gazette and continued its local success. William L.'s wife, Kathrine, ran it after he died. Their daughter, Barbara, and her husband, David Walker, took it over much as William had earlier, and today the paper remains family-run, currently headed by WAW's great-grandson, Christopher White Walker. White developed a friendship with President Theodore Roosevelt in the 1890s that lasted until Roosevelt's death in 1919. Roosevelt spent several nights at White's Wight and Wight-designed home, Red Rocks, during trips across the United States. White was to say later, "Roosevelt bit me and I went mad." Later, White supported much of the New Deal, but voted against Franklin D. Roosevelt every time.... Anthony Frederick Sarg (April 21, 1880 - February 17, 1942), known professionally as Tony Sarg, was a German American puppeteer and illustrator. He was described as "America's Puppet Master", and in his biography as the father of modern puppetry in North America. Sarg was born in Cob n, Guatemala, to Francis Charles Sarg and his wife, Mary Elizabeth Parker. The elder Sarg was a consul representing Germany; Parker was English. The family returned to the German Empire in 1887; Sarg entered a military academy at age 14 and received a commission as lieutenant at 17; in 1905 (in his mid-20s) he resigned his commission and took up residence in the United Kingdom, where he pursued a relationship with Bertha Eleanor McGowan, an American he had met when she was a tourist in Germany. They were married in her hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio, January 20, 1909, and returned to England where their daughter Mary was born two years later. In 1914, with the start of World War I, he sent Bertha and the children to Cincinnati, followed them soon after, and settled the family in New York City in 1915. He had been raised around puppets, inherited his grandmother's collection of them, developed them as a hobby that enhanced the impression he made on other artists, and finally in 1917 turned them into a profession. In 1920, he became a naturalized citizen of the United States.

""A Puritan In Babylon: The Story Of Calvin Coolidge"" is a biographical account of the life of the 30th President of the United States, Calvin Coolidge. The book is written by William Allen White, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, and historian. The author presents a detailed and comprehensive narrative of Coolidge's life, from his early years in Vermont to his presidency and beyond. The book explores Coolidge's Puritan roots, his conservative political philosophy, and his leadership during a time of great change in American society. The author also delves into Coolidge's personal life, including his marriage to Grace Coolidge and his relationships with other notable figures of the time. Through White's engaging prose and extensive research, readers gain a deeper understanding of Coolidge's character, accomplishments, and legacy. Overall, ""A Puritan In Babylon: The Story Of Calvin Coolidge"" is an insightful and well-written biography of one of America's most notable presidents. 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.

The Changing West: An Economic Theory About Our Golden Age is a book written by William Allen White that delves into the economic changes that occurred in the American West during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors that contributed to the region's economic growth and prosperity during this period, including the expansion of railroads, the development of new technologies, and the rise of mining and agriculture industries. White argues that the West's economic success was due in large part to its unique combination of natural resources, entrepreneurial spirit, and government policies that encouraged growth and development. He also explores the social and cultural changes that accompanied these economic changes, including the growth of cities, the rise of new industries, and the emergence of new social classes. Throughout the book, White draws on a variety of historical sources and economic theories to support his arguments, providing readers with a nuanced and insightful analysis of the West's economic transformation. The Changing West is an important work for anyone interested in the history of the American West, as well as those interested in economic theory and development. 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.