Samuel George Blythe (1868–1947) was an American journalist, author, and political commentator known for his sharp wit and keen analysis of American society and politics. His work across newspapers, magazines, and books made him a leading voice in early 20th-century journalism.
Born in Geneseo, New York, he worked for several newspapers, including Buffalo Express and New York World, later becoming an editor at Cosmopolitan, where he wrote extensively on political affairs and social issues. His direct, humorous style often criticized political figures, earning him a reputation as a fearless commentator. During the Great Depression, he championed the “Buy American” movement in The Saturday Evening Post.
Blythe authored numerous books, including Cutting It Out: How to Get on the Water Wagon and Stay There (1912) on alcohol abstinence, The Fun of Getting Thin: How to Be Happy and Reduce the Waist Line (1912,) a humorous take on weight loss, The Fakers (1914,) critiquing political deception, and Keeping Fit at Fifty (1921) on health and aging.
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In my opinion newspaper work offers better opportunities, aside from the accumulation of money, for real serviceable, result-getting labor than any other business a young man may choose.
—Samuel G. Blythe
Topics: Journalism
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