Background
Stockton, Francis Richard was born on April 5, 1834 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of W. S. and Emily H. Stockton.
Stockton, Francis Richard was born on April 5, 1834 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of W. S. and Emily H. Stockton.
Graduate Philadelphia High School.
Began career as author (under name of Frank R. Stockton) by contributions to magazines Editor Saint Nicholas.