author
Delmer Eugene Croft
1864–1925
A Baptist minister turned lecturer, he wrote upbeat early self-help books that mixed moral advice, humor, and encouragement. His work speaks in a lively, practical voice about confidence, character, and making better use of the mind.
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Supreme Personality: Fun in Living. A Doubt, Fear, and Worry Cure
by Delmer Eugene Croft
About the author
Born in Enosburg, Vermont, in 1864, Delmer Eugene Croft studied at the University of Vermont and also pursued theological training before entering the Baptist ministry. He served pastorates in New England, including in Massachusetts, and later moved into public lecturing, where he became known on the Chautauqua circuit.
Croft wrote in a popular motivational style, blending religion, psychology, and everyday encouragement. Books such as Supreme Personality helped build his reputation as a cheerful, practical guide to self-mastery, willpower, and better living.
He was also active in public life beyond the pulpit and lecture platform. Sources connect him with organizing work for the Progressive Party in Connecticut in 1912, showing how closely his speaking, writing, and reform interests were linked. He died in 1925.