A History of Birmingham and Its Environs; a Narrative Account of Their Historical Progress, Their People, and Their Principal Interests in 2 vols by George Marcus Cruikshank
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A History of Birmingham and Its Environs; a Narrative Account of Their Historical Progress, Their People, and Their Principal Interests in 2 vols by George Marcus Cruikshank
Author
George Marcus Cruikshank
Lifespan
1852-1936
Author Biography
George Marcus Cruikshank was born in Lexington, Kentucky. He received his education from the Peabody Institute in Talladega as well as Southwood Academy and Synodical College, where he obtained his bachelor's degree. Cruikshank's career in education began with teaching positions in Talladega. He then became principal of the State Institute for the Deaf, Dumb, and Blind for six years, but his interests soon led him to the field of journalism. He served as the editor of the Talladega Reporter from 1881 to 1883 and was admitted to the bar in 1882. Cruikshank's career in journalism flourished as he became the general administrator of Talladega County in 1883 and later bought an interest in and became the editor of the Birmingham Chronicle. He also co-founded the Evening Chronicle in 1889. Cruikshank went on to serve as editor of the Birmingham Ledger from 1897 to 1918. He was an active member of professional organizations such as the Alabama Press Association, the Birmingham Press Club, and the Masonic order. Cruikshank passed away in 1936.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://alabamaauthors.org
Publication Date
1920
Original Publication
A History of Birmingham and Its Environs; a Narrative Account of Their Historical Progress, Their People, and Their Principal Interests in 2 vols. Chicago, IL; Lewis Pub Co, 1920.
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Citation
Cruikshank, George Marcus, “A History of Birmingham and Its Environs; a Narrative Account of Their Historical Progress, Their People, and Their Principal Interests in 2 vols by George Marcus Cruikshank,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed November 8, 2026, https://www.alabamaauthors.org/items/show/24853.