Thomas Chalmers Harbaugh

Thomas Chalmers Harbaugh (January 13, 1849 – October 28, 1924) was an American poet and novelist.

When he was two years old, his family moved to Casstown, Ohio, where he was educated in local schools.

In 1867 began to devote his time to writing, mainly of short stories and serials for dime novels.

He wrote from 300 to 600 thrillers, at the rate of one a week, with pen; later, in the days of the typewriter, he sometimes bettered his speed.

[1] He died penniless in the Miami County Poor House, Ohio on October 28, 1924.