O. Henry
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N 36° 04.365 W 079° 47.700
17S E 608506 N 3992689
Located in Guilford County .... Greensboro, North Carolina.
O. Henry was the pseudonym of William Sydney Porter, who wrote colorful short stories with surprising and ironic twists. His best-known titles included "The Last of the Troubadours," "The Gift of the Magi" and "The Ransom of Red Chief."
Waymark Code: WMAQN
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 04/17/2006
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Born William Sidney Porter, this master of short stories is much better known under his pen name "O. Henry." He was born September 11, 1862 in North Carolina, where he spent his childhood. His only formal education was received at the school of his Aunt Lina, where he developed a lifelong love of books. In his uncle's pharmacy, he became a licensed pharmacist and was also known for his sketches and cartoons of the townspeople of Greensboro.
Marker Name: O. Henry J 1
Marker Type: City
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