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Leon Ray Livingston (1872–1944) was a famous hobo and author, travelling under the name "A-No.1" and often referred to as "The Rambler." He perfected the hobo symbols system, which let other hobos know where there are generous people, free food, jobs, vicious dogs, and so forth.
Livingston says he left his house that day armed with a .22-caliber rifle and a pocket full of money—some stolen from his mother, some a birthday gift from his uncle.
Jun 11, 2016 · A-No.1. is arguably the most famous hobo in the United States. His given name is Leon Ray Livingston and he was born in 1872 and he was a lifelong wanderer.
Apr 16, 2021 · Learn about the life and adventures of Leon Ray Livingston, a turn-of-the-century rambler who claimed to have traveled over half a million miles by rail. Discover how he became the inspiration for the film Emperor of the North and the character A-No. 1.
Oct 17, 2019 · Contemporaneous with London, Leon Ray Livingston, better known as “A-No. 1,” claimed to be the most famous hobo in the United States by the beginning of the twentieth century. He had travelled across the world, purportedly logging over 500,000 miles on just $7.61. [6]
Aug 30, 2012 · Leon Ray Livingston (aka “A-No.1”) (1872–1944) was the most notable rambler of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, taking to the trains and roaming some 500,000 miles world-wide over a span of 25 years.
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Leon Ray Livingston has 26 books on Goodreads with 310 ratings. Leon Ray Livingston’s most popular book is The Trail of the Tramp.
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