Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol. 2, No. 19, April, 1921

Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol. 2, No. 19, April, 1921

by W. H. Fawcett

Captain Billy's Whiz Bang was a popular American humor magazine published by W. H. Fawcett from 1919 to 1930, during the height of the Jazz Age. The magazine was known for its irreverent and often racy humor, and featured contributions from some of the biggest names in American comedy, including Will Rogers, Ring Lardner, and Dorothy Parker. Captain Billy's Whiz Bang was one of the most popular magazines of its time, and helped to define the Jazz Age.

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W. H. Fawcett

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W. H. Fawcett (April 29, 1885 – February 7, 1940) was an American magazine publisher and sports shooter. He is best known for founding Fawcett Publications, which published a number of popular magazin...

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