Sidney Baldwin (1885-1978) was born in Pretoria, IL. She began her career in 1898 writing for the Pretoria Star, which was founded by her father, Eugene F. Baldwin. Later, she 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 wrote several books (including two on Maine life) and articles. She served as vice president of the Journal-Star and was a regular columnist for the Maine Boothbay Register.