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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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