George C. Jenks

George Charles Jenks (13 April 1850 - 13 September 1929) was an English-born American dime novelist.[1][2] Among others he wrote as part of the Nick Carter stable.[2] He also wrote Diamond Dick stories as W. B. Lawson, and is credited as the creator of the character.[3][4]

Jenks's "Chased by a Minute-Hand" was the cover story for the February 1910 issue of The Argosy

He died aged 79 in 1929, leaving a widow and two sons, Charles J. and Frank H. Jenks.[4]

See also

    References
    1. http://www.ulib.niu.edu/badndp/jenks_george.html
    2. Joseph F. Clarke (1977). Pseudonyms. BCA. p. 35.
    3. Joseph F. Clarke (1977). Pseudonyms. BCA. p. 100.
    4. "Diamond Dick Creator is Dead at the Age of 79". Chicago Tribune. 14 September 1929. p. 19.


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