Saturday, August 03, 2013

August 3 Birthday: Alexander Posey


Alexander Posey, poet, journalist
Aug.3, 1873-May 27, 1908


How We Are Smart by W. Nikola-Lisa, illustrated by Sean Qualls (Lee and Low Books, 2006)

There are lots of ways of being smart. This collection of twelve talented people includes a portrait, short profile and a poem about Alexander Posey.

An 1933 article from Oklahoma's Historical Society, Chronicles of Oklahoma provides additional insight into Posey's life.