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F. Morton (Francis Morton) Howard

b. 1880

A prolific early 20th-century novelist, this writer is best remembered for light, humorous fiction with a warm, everyday touch. His books include Strictly Business and The Old Firm, stories that blend comedy, character, and social observation.

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"Strictly Business"

"Strictly Business"

by F. Morton (Francis Morton) Howard

About the author

Library and catalog records identify F. Morton Howard as Francis Morton Howard, born in 1880. He published fiction in the early decades of the 20th century, and surviving records connect his name with novels such as Strictly Business, The Old Firm, Happy Rascals, and The Skipper's Entanglement.

His work appears to have centered on popular, accessible storytelling rather than literary grandstanding. The titles and available editions suggest a writer drawn to humor, lively situations, and the small complications of work, friendship, and everyday life.

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