Byron Rufus Newton | |
|---|---|
 Newton in 1917 | |
| Collector of the Port of New York | |
| In office 1917–1921 | |
| Preceded by | Dudley Field Malone |
| Succeeded by | George W. Aldridge |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 4, 1861 Wirt, New York |
| Died | March 20, 1938 (aged 76) Bayside, Queens |
Byron Rufus Newton (August 4, 1861 – March 20, 1938) was an American journalist, political figure, early aviation promoter, and author of satirical poetry. He was the publicity director of Woodrow Wilson's presidential campaign in 1912, and served as Collector of the Port of New York from 1917 to 1921.[1][2]
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