Jack and the Check Book

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The biography highlights John Kendrick Bangs as a multifaceted American author known for his humor and satire. Born in Yonkers, he pursued higher education at Columbia College, where he became the editor of the literary magazine and contributed to humor publications. After earning a degree in Political Science, he briefly attended law school before becoming Associate Editor of Life, where he published numerous articles and poems. His early career was marked by a blend of literary contributions and editorial work, laying the foundation for his future as a notable writer.