Edward Streeter

[2][3][4] He was promoted to 1st lieutenant in December 1918 and was discharged in May 1919 after serving a year overseas with the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I.

Serialized between 1917 and 1919 in the 27th Division's magazine Gas Attack, they were inspired by Streeter's time spent on an army base (Camp Wadsworth, near Spartanburg, South Carolina).

While serving as VP of the bank, Streeter published short stories and articles in magazines such as the Saturday Evening Post and McCall's.

The following year's successful film adaptation starring Spencer Tracy and Elizabeth Taylor spawned multiple remakes, sequels, and a television series.

Of the most notable of his subsequent works are Mr. Hobbs' Vacation (1954, filmed in 1962), Merry Christmas, Mr. Baxter (1956), Mr. Robbins Rides Again (1958), and Chairman of the Bored (1961).