White, John I. (John Irwin), 1902-1992

John I. White (1902-1992) was a writer, singer of cowboy songs, radio personality, and map draftsman. His singing career culminated when he played his guitar and sang as "The Lonesome Cowboy" on the NBC radio drama "Death Valley Days" sponsored by Twenty-Mule-Team Borax from 1929-1936. He maintained a lifelong interest in cowboy songs and the American West, researching and writing articles and two books on this and other topics.

From the description of John I. White papers, 1889-1994 (bulk 1930-1980). (Utah State University). WorldCat record id: 38065820

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