Holland, J.G. (Josiah Gilbert), 1819-1881

Josiah Gilbert Holland was a doctor, an educator, and a popular author, but is best remembered as the first editor of Scribner's. After brief careers in medicine and education, he became editor of the Springfield Republican in his native Massachusetts. In 1870, he became the founding editor and co-owner of Scribner's. His many published works include poetry, regional short stories, history, and popular philosophical essays. He sometimes used the pseudonym "Timothy Titcomb."

From the description of J.G. Holland letters, 1877-1879. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 53917422

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