Harris Downey

Harris Downey (born May 12, 1907 Baton Rouge, Louisiana - 1979) was an American short story writer and novelist.

Life
He graduated from Louisiana State University with a B.A. and M.A. He Served in the Air Force. He taught at Louisiana State University, where he knew Lyle Saxon.

His work appeared in Epoch, Prairie Schooner. Kenyon Review,

Awards

 * 1951 O. Henry Award

Works
Lyrics to LSU's Alma Mater