Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Oklahoma, 1996. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 181-205).

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The purpose of the study was to compile an in-depth biography of Jonathan Jennings, the first state governor of Indiana. It was the first such research to originate on the central political figure in the development of Indiana statehood.All published or unpublished manuscript collections pertaining to Indiana politicians contemporary with Jennings were researched. Every Indiana state or territorial newspaper collection available during Jennings's years in government service were searched for references pertaining to his career. All federal, territorial or state public documents that could possibly refer to his career were studied. Fifty-three secondary books, fourteen journal articles, and seven published sets of reminiscences were utilized to complete this project.Findings1. Jonathan Jennings was a superb political organizer possessing a keen sense of timing and an ability to emotionalize political issues, to create personality clashes.2. Though generally Jeffersonian in outlook, Jennings was not an ideologue. He was a pragmatic politician, able to adapt his philosophy to the contingencies of the issues he supported.3. As a member of Congress, Jennings consistently voted from a provincial point of view.National issues, such as those which led the United States to the War of 1812, were viewed by Jennings as irritants which prevented Congress from legislating for the local needs of his constituents.4. Jennings's two terms as governor were his most valuable years of public service. His persistent support of state-financed public education, as well as aid to the elderly and infirm, indicated a sense of government responsibility uncommon for political leaders his day.5. Jennings was a frustrated, driven man who turned to alcohol rather than attempt to resolve deeply embedded feelings of inadequacy, a character flaw instrumental in his demise.Conclusions1. Rather than a prolific legislator in Congress, Jonathan Jennings was better characterized as an agitator, symbolizing the anti-Harrison, anti-slavery forces.2. Jennings's concern for local development enhanced his effectiveness as state governor. 3. Jennings's weakness for alcohol combined with the changing political structure produced by the emerging Jacksonian forces, brought to conclusion a political career which might otherwise have contributed for several years beyond its time. / Department of History

Thesis (M.P.A.)--Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, 1991. / Source: Masters Abstracts International, Volume: 45-06, page: 2961. Abstract precedes thesis as 4 preliminary leaves. Typescript. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 135-141).

Thesis (Ph. D.)--West Virginia University, 1998. / Title from document title page. Document formatted into pages; contains vi, 402 p. Includes abstract. Includes bibliographical references (p. 350-380).

Thesis (M.A.)--Northwestern University, 1935. / "Publication no. 29m-1." eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 109-112).

Thesis (doctoral)--Tilburg. / Summary in French. Includes bibliographical references (p. xxi-xxxii).

Thesis (M.A.)--Northwestern University, 1935. / "Publication no. 29m-1." Includes bibliographical references (leaves 109-112).

Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Wisconsin, 1966. / Typescript. Vita. eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references.

Magister Legum - LLM / Tensions have arisen in Kenya’s devolved system between the Senate - the body representing the sub-national units at the national level and the county governors. The magnitude of the problem is such that it has motivated a publisher in Nairobi, to ‘capture the moment’ by way of a comic book. This is in a bid to fathom the nature and cause of the problem in a fun way for the public good, and to seek to find solutions to the volatile relations. These conflicts threaten to rock Kenya’s nascent devolved system. As figure 1.1 below demonstrates, there is almost a boxing match between the senator and governor. In such an antagonistic atmosphere, realising the full fruits of devolution would become a nearly impossible mission. In first cartoon, the two ‘titans,’ a governor and senator, are seen in a boxing ring ready to take on each other. The senator is portrayed as an enraged aggressor, eager to strike, while the exasperated governor appears to be more on the defensive. Mr Knowings, a neutral character and the narrator of the comic book stands between them, ostensibly as a referee. The second cartoon portrays the senator in a more casual carefree manner, almost like a rogue, holding what could be money in his hands, perhaps an indication of the power that the Senate wields over the county government finances and its oversight role. The governor, on the other hand, is depicted as a smartly dressed, more sober individual, with documents tucked beneath his arms and holding what appears to be a pen in one hand, ostensibly ready to fulfil his executive functions. In the subsequent discussions, this depiction falls into place when the roles of the governor and senator are examined and the causes of the conflicts analysed. Similar to the Mr Knowings, this research study seeks to explore, albeit on a more serious note, the nature and causes of these conflicts, what the law provides concerning the relationship between senators and governors and how the conflicts can be avoided or resolved. Who, if at all, is the ‘bad guy’ here? This study sets to find out.