Miracle Of The Desert


Book Description

The Thomas Ward is like a small stream in the mountains, that emerges from a tiny spring and trickles on down the hillside to join the creek on its way to the river. No attempt has been made to get all the information, about all the people who live, or have lived, within its boundaries. Neither is the material collected, considered to be the most important or free from errors. This book is just "a cup of water" dipped from the little stream, as it journeys on its way, no attempt is made to dip up all the water or stop its flow. It is hoped, that like the cup of cool water from the tiny stream, this book will refresh the reader, and the stream of time flows on. To those pioneers, both young and old who had the courage to combine all the natural resources which the creator so wisely stored in these mountains, rivers and valleys along with the brawn and brain that He gave man. The Miracle of the Desert came to be.




The Miracle & Tragedy of the Dionne Quintuplets


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In this riveting, beyond-belief true story from the author of The Borden Murders, meet the five children who captivated the entire world. When the Dionne Quintuplets were born on May 28, 1934, weighing a grand total of just over 13 pounds, no one expected them to live so much as an hour. Overnight, Yvonne, Annette, Cécile, Émilie, and Marie Dionne mesmerized the globe, defying medical history with every breath they took. In an effort to protect them from hucksters and showmen, the Ontario government took custody of the five identical babies, sequestering them in a private, custom-built hospital across the road from their family--and then, in a stunning act of hypocrisy, proceeded to exploit them for the next nine years. The Dionne Quintuplets became a more popular attraction than Niagara Falls, ogled through one-way screens by sightseers as they splashed in their wading pool at the center of a tourist hotspot known as Quintland. Here, Sarah Miller reconstructs their unprecedented upbringing with fresh depth and subtlety, bringing to new light their resilience and the indelible bond of their unique sisterhood.




Out of the Dust (Scholastic Gold)


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Acclaimed author Karen Hesse's Newbery Medal-winning novel-in-verse explores the life of fourteen-year-old Billie Jo growing up in the dust bowls of Oklahoma. Out of the Dust joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!"Dust piles up like snow across the prairie. . . ."A terrible accident has transformed Billie Jo's life, scarring her inside and out. Her mother is gone. Her father can't talk about it. And the one thing that might make her feel better -- playing the piano -- is impossible with her wounded hands.To make matters worse, dust storms are devastating the family farm and all the farms nearby. While others flee from the dust bowl, Billie Jo is left to find peace in the bleak landscape of Oklahoma -- and in the surprising landscape of her own heart.




My Kind Of Man


Book Description

A short romance novel followed by an extensive genealogy of the author's family.




The Miracle & Tragedy of the Dionne Quintuplets


Book Description

In this riveting, beyond-belief true story from the author of The Borden Murders, meet the five children who captivated the entire world. When the Dionne Quintuplets were born on May 28, 1934, weighing a grand total of just over 13 pounds, no one expected them to live so much as an hour. Overnight, Yvonne, Annette, Cécile, Émilie, and Marie Dionne mesmerized the globe, defying medical history with every breath they took. In an effort to protect them from hucksters and showmen, the Ontario government took custody of the five identical babies, sequestering them in a private, custom-built hospital across the road from their family--and then, in a stunning act of hypocrisy, proceeded to exploit them for the next nine years. The Dionne Quintuplets became a more popular attraction than Niagara Falls, ogled through one-way screens by sightseers as they splashed in their wading pool at the center of a tourist hotspot known as Quintland. Here, Sarah Miller reconstructs their unprecedented upbringing with fresh depth and subtlety, bringing to new light their resilience and the indelible bond of their unique sisterhood.




Miracles in Concrete


Book Description

The Estonian-American civil engineer August Komendant (1906–1992) worked with numerous famous architects and engineers on several of the 20th century’s most iconic buildings. Concrete was Komendant’s passion through decades. He used his expertise in designing structures as different as the Kadriorg Stadium grandstand in Tallinn, Estonia (Elmar Lohk, 1938), the Habitat ’67 experimental housing complex in Montréal, Canada (Moshe Safdie, 1967) and the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, USA (Louis I. Kahn, 1972). Komendant combined technical expertise with a keen sense of aesthetics: as an engineer, he valued the timeless and enduring qualities of architecture. He knew that miracles require more than spreadsheets and a budget – the creative impulse is essential.




Touched by a Miracle


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Touched by a Miracle One Man's Miraculous Encounter with Eternity At eighteen, Thomas Welch experienced a deadly fall that turned into an encounter with eternity. Thomas Welch was touched by a miracle. He was in the presence of the Lord. I have been touched by that miracle, and countless others around the world have heard about it and read about it. For the glory of God, I now have been called by God to share with you in ministry and song to spread the word of faith, hope, and love. I do believe in miracles. This true story was documented at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland Oregon. Believe God for your miracle today. Anona Kay Silva "I was dead for an hour, most of that time, under ten feet of water...I was returned to life by a divine resurrection." ""Thomas Welch "I have interviewed Thomas Welch on two occasions on television and have known him for many years. I feel that his experience is profound and genuine." ""Pat Robertson, President, The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc.




The Roots and Branches of Jacob Hamp


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Johann Jakob Hamp was born in Eglosheim, Germany. He married Euphrosina (Ivey Rosanna) Kittelberger (1787-1879) in 1813. They immigrated to the United States in 1817 settling in Pennsylvania then Ohio. Descendants and relatives lived in Ohio, Michigan, California, Colorado and elsewhere. Includes ancestors to 1520. Descendents include Mormons.




Awaken the Dreamscape


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Most Christians dismiss their dreams, yet they're the gateway to the supernatural realm, the place where God reveals his plans and purposes. Diving deep into the supernatural side of your dreams, pastor and bestselling author Jennifer Eivaz offers a thorough, practical guide to navigating the vital, God-given dreamscape. Laying out a biblical framework, she empowers you to · reawaken your spirit to God's voice at night · discern the source and meaning of your dreams · discover the plans God reveals as you sleep · access supernatural weapons for any battle you face · overcome sleep disorders and night terrors · protect your sleep with night watch prayer God's supernatural provision and communication never cease. Here is everything you need to live victoriously all day--and all night--long.




Chase's Calendar of Events 2016


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Chase's Calendar of Events is the most comprehensive and authoritative reference available on special events, holidays, federal and state observances, historic anniversaries, astronomical phenomena, and more. Published since 1957, Chase's is the only guide to special days, weeks, and months.