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New Mexico Prenuptial Investigations from the Archivos Historicos del Arzobispado de Durango, 1760-1799


by Rick Hendricks, editor & John B Colligan, compiler


Price : $19.50 plus $3.00 shipping and handling - SOLD OUT

This volume presents the abstracts of one hundred and forty diligencias matrimoniales, or prenuptial investigations, from the microfilm collection of Historical Archives of the Archdiocese of Durango. They all relate in some way to colonial New Mexico in the period 1760 through 1799 and are the earliest such records in the collection. Great for family history work.

 

 

New Mexico Prenuptial Investigations from the Archivos Historicos del Arzobispado de Durango, 1800-1893

by Rick Hendricks, editor & John B Colligan, compiler


Price : $29.50 plus $3.00 shipping and handling

This volume consists of 256 diligencias matrimoniales, or prenuptial investigations, from the microfilm collection of the Archivos Históricos del Arzobispado de Durango.  The period this work covers was a tumultuous time in New Mexico history.  There are no records in Durango for New Mexico marriages after September 1846. Thereafter, all the diligencias pertain to the El Paso del Norte, Chihuahua area. 

 

The Academic Ecosystem:  Issues Emerging in a University Environment

by Gerald W. Thomas

Price:  $23.50 plus $3.00 shipping and handling

This book offers an issue-oriented, century-long history of New Mexico State University.  From the rudimentary beginnings of the college founded by Hiram Hadley and supporters in 1888, a major multi-purpose University has developed.  The Academic Ecosystem examines the interactions between the financial, physical, and biological resources.  The volume covers not only broad subjects, but also provides information on specific issues, ranging in scope from the Swastika controversy to athletics. 

 

Victory in World War II:  The New Mexico Story

by Gerald Thomas, Monroe L. Billington & Roger D. Walker


Price : Soft Cover - $22.95 plus $3.00 shipping and handling
Hard Cover - $32.50 plus $3.00 shipping and handling

No state in the Union made any more significant contributions to victory in World War II than New Mexico. These contributions ranged from extensive strategic research to the sacrifices made in combat by individuals and military units. A disproportionate number of New Mexicans were killed in action or turned up on MIA or POW lists.  This book explores these military and scientific aspects as well as the sacrifices made on the home front.

 

In Celebration of the Teacher


by Gerald W. Thomas & Donald G. Ferguson


Price : $12.00 plus $1.00 shipping and handling

At a time when criticism of education is making the headlines across the nation, it is appropriate to call attention to the fact that, in spite of what is being said to the contrary, dedicated teachers and professors have been, and still are, shaping the lives of young people positively and helping America maintain its concepts of freedom and democracy. This book explores those issues through essays on teaching; testimonials; and observations on patterns emerging from the first two sections.

 

The Story of the Yiddish Theatre


by Hershel Zohn


Price : $8.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling

The first indication of theatre among the Jewish people were in the Purim plays which appeared during the Middle Ages. It was not until 1876, however, that the pioneer of the Yiddish stage, Abraham Goldfaden, laid the foundation for such an institution in Eastern Europe. 
This book discusses the establishment of the Yiddish Art Theatre which became one of the most important cultural institutions in Jewish life.

 

All the World's a Stage:  Memoirs by Hershel Zohn


by Hershel Zohn


Price : $12.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling (each)

Acknowledged by all to be a master of his craft, Hershel Zohn has accomplished his goal of perpetuating the best of the stage through his acting and directing. A Professor Emeritus of the Theatre Arts Department at New Mexico State University, he spent twenty- five years developing one of the outstanding educational theatre programs in the United States.
All the World's A Stage spans a lifetime spent in theatre. From New York Yiddish Art Theatre in the 1930s, educational theatre at NMSU, guest director in Mexico City, tours in the Far East with The Matchmaker, to tours in Europe and Russia. Hershel Zohn's life has been centered on the theatre and his express desire 'to impart a love of good drama' is evident in this memoir.

 

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