Edwin Milton Royle

Edwin Milton Royle (March 2, 1862 – February 16, 1942) was an American playwright. He was born in Lexington, Missouri, and died in New York City.[1]

Over 30 of his plays were performed. His best-known play is The Squaw Man (1905), which became the first Hollywood film directed by Cecil B. DeMille in 1914.[2]

He was married to Selena Fetter (1860-1955). Daughter Selena Royle (1904–83) was a successful stage and film actress. Josephine Fetter Royle (1901–92) was another daughter.

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  1. ↑ "Edwin Milton Royle (1862 - 1942) - Find A Grave Memorial". www.findagrave.com. Retrieved 2017-07-26.
  2. ↑ "The Squaw Man (1914)". Turner Classic Movies. Retrieved 2017-07-26.
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