Editor; born in
Washington, D. C., Jan. 12, 1853; graduated at Earlham College, Indiana, in 1871.
He became connected with the editorial staff of the
Century in 1873; edited the
Century War series (with
Clarence Clough Buel), and subsequently extended the work by 4 volumes, covering the battles and leaders of the
Civil War. It was he who induced
General Grant to write his
Memoirs, the first part of which was published in the
Century War series.
He originated the movement which resulted in the establishment of the
Yosemite National Park; and was secretary of the American Copyright League.
His works include
The winter hour;
Songs of liberty, etc.
