Background
Ralph W. Andrews was born in 1897 in Denver, Colorado, United States.
Ralph W. Andrews was born in 1897 in Denver, Colorado, United States.
Andrews attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.
Since 1955 Andrews has freelanced as a copywriter and author. Prior to that he was an account executive with advertising agencies in Los Angeles and in Seattle, Washington (1925-41, 1950-55). From 1941 to 1945 he was a civilian employee of the U.S. Army - a port historian - in Seattle. Having developed a strong interest in lumber¬ing while working as a youthful saw salesman, Andrews made that industry a focal point of his photographic interests.
A trustee and former president of the Friends of Seattle Public Library, Andrews is also a member of the Jefferson Park Lawn and Sailing Club.
