Thomas P. Morgan
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Thomas P. Morgan (December 1, 1864 - 1928)[1][2] was an American writer, editor, poet, and columnist.
Thomas P. Morgan | |
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| Born | December 1, 1864 East Lyme, Connecticut, USA |
| Died | 1928 (aged 63–64) |
| Pen name | Tennyson J. Daft |
| Genre | Comedy |
Biography
Morgan was born in East Lyme, Connecticut to Joseph P. Morgan.[3] He moved to Rogers, Arkansas in 1890.[3] He began his career as an actor and circus clown before moving west and operating a book and stationery business in Rogers, Arkansas.[4]
He wrote for various periodicals including Harper's Magazine, Ladies Home Journal and Puck as well as a playwright.[5] He became nationally known for his comedic tales of country folk life employing quirky characters and vernacular dialogue.[1] He was friendly with Will Rogers and his wife Betty.[6] He sometimes used the pen name Tennyson J. Daft.[1] Morgan also wrote plays but is better known for his humorous short stories.[7][8] He wrote a daily humor column for the Kansas City Star for many years.[9][10] He spent his later years in Arkansas.[11]
Bibliography
- Short stories and wit of Tom P. Morgan: Late of Rogers, Arkansas, Compiled by J. Dickson Black
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Further reading
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