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Edgar Watson Howe was an American author and newspaper editor born on May 3, 1853, in Franklin County, Indiana. He is best known for his writings that often reflected his thoughts on rural life, including his popular book "The Story of a Country Town," as well as his long-running column in the Indianapolis News, which offered a blend of humor, philosophy, and social commentary. Howe's literary career and editorial work left a significant mark on early 20th-century American literature and journalism.

1853–1937·lived 83 years