Louis Klewer (1900-1983) was a journalist and outdoors writer during the twentieth century. Born in Toledo, Ohio, Klewer attended the University of Toledo from 1920 to 1923, then worked for the "Toledo Times" as sports editor. He became Outdoor Editor of the "Toledo Blade" in 1924 and enjoyed a long career with this newspaper (1924-1983), becoming a noted outdoors writer through his regular outdoors column. Klewer was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and becoming a Toledo, Ohio field director in 1918 and a member of the council in 1930. In addition to his work with the "Toledo Blade" and the Boy Scouts of America, Klewer served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War I (1918-1919) and served in Europe with the American Red Cross during World War II (1943-1946), where he was awarded a Bronze Star. He was also an avid world traveler, a member of the Explorers Club, and an avid fisherman.
From the description of Louis Klewer papers, 1917-1983. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 181774242
