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	James Whitcomb Riley Name James Whitcomb Riley Birth/Death Dates 1841-1916 Where in Indiana Hancock County--Greenfield ; Marion County--Indianapolis When in Indiana 1841-1916 Notable For Riley was born in Greenfield, Indiana, and later lived on Lockerbie Street in Indianapolis. He worked as an artist and a newspaper reporter before becoming nationally known for his poetry. He spent a significant portion of his time traveling across the country reading his poetry. He is also known as "The Hoosier Poet." Two of his most famous poems are "Little Orphant Annie, " and "The Raggedy Man." Description Riley is shown wearing a three-piece business suit and bow tie. He is leaning on an umbrella. Subject Riley, James Whitcomb, 1849-1916 Poets Poetry Neckties Suits (Clothing) Men Item ID M0660_BOX33_FOLDER3[1].tiff Source of Image Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library Riley Collection, 1835-1960 (M 0660). Indiana Historical Society Digital Collection Notable Hoosiers (DC 010) Bibliography/Notes Information taken from the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library Riley Collection, 1835-1960 at the Indiana Historical Society Copyright Notice Digital image © 2005 Indiana Historical Society. All Rights Reserved.
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