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Shaw, Henry Wheeler 1818-1885
(pen-name Josh Billings), humorist; born in Lanesboro, Mass., April 21, 1818.
When only a boy he started for the West to seek his fortune; in 1858 settled in Poughkeepsie, N. Y., and became an auctioneer.
In 1863 he began to contribute to magazines, and for many years was a regular contributor to the New York Weekly and a popular lecturer.
His publications include Josh Billings on ice; Josh Billings's complete works; Josh Billings's Spice-box: and an annual comic almanac.
He died in Monterey, Cal., Oct. 14, 1885.