Frank Godwin

In 1905, Frank (Francis) Godwin started his art apprenticeship at the Washington Star. Later, during his studies, he became friends with James Montgomery Flagg. Thanks to Flagg's friendship, Frank Godwin started contributing to the major humor magazines. From 1908 onward, he became one of the most prolific comic artists and illustrators of the time. He did a lot of illustration work for various magazines. In 1927, Godwin started 'Connie' for the Ledger Syndicate. 'Connie' is now regarded as one of the most innovative creations ever to grace the comics page.

In the 1930s, Godwin took up painting. Godwin also took over the daily 'Roy Powers, Eagle Scout' comic from Kemp Starrett in 1938. The strip was called "the official strip of the boy scouts of America" and credited to a certain Paul Powell (presumably the writer). It appeared until 1942. Godwin produced 'Rusty Riley' in 1948 for King Features Syndicate. He died of a heart attack in 1959.