Baldwin, Sidney, 1885-1978

Sidney Baldwin (1885-1978) was born in Peoria, Illinois. In 1898 she began writing for the Peoria Star, founded by her father, Eugene F. Baldwin. She later became a drama critic and wrote the column In my opinion for the Star. Baldwin also wrote for the Ladies' Home Journal, was a commentator on radio progams and was a regular comlumnist for the Boothbay register. She wrote several books, including two children's books set on an island off the coast of Maine - Ben of old Monhegan and Marjorie of Monhegan.

From the description of Sidney Baldwin papers, 1891-1986. (University of New England). WorldCat record id: 755734764

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