Background
Lucey, Thomas Elmore was born on January 15, 1874 in near Monroe, North Carolina, United States. Son of William D. and Hannah Cornelia (Moore) Lucey.
Actor lyceum entertainer author
Lucey, Thomas Elmore was born on January 15, 1874 in near Monroe, North Carolina, United States. Son of William D. and Hannah Cornelia (Moore) Lucey.
Educated in country newspaper offices. Took professional course in Perry School of Oratory and Dramatic Art, Saint Louis. Private instr’n., Chicago.
Unmarried.
Entered office Russellville (Arkansas) Democrat at 13, to learn trade. In 10 years acquired half interest. Went to Atlanta, to assume interest in Alkahest Magazine.
Poet Tri-State Press Association, 1898.
Appeared at several Southern Chautauquas in author’s readings. Had experience on dramatic stage, playing roles ranging from farce-comedy to the classics.
Character actor and make-up artist. Has toured all United States and Canada Known as “Poet-Entertainer of the Ozarks.” Member Christian (Disciples) Church.
Press Association, Atlanta Symphony Club (charter member
Member Arkansas Press Association, Atlanta Symphony.