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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.

Harper and Brothers Publishers. . New York. 1902.

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