Lincoln Ross Colcord (1883–1947) was an American journalist and author of short fiction who was active during the early decades of the twentieth century. Born in the latter part of the nineteenth century, Colcord began his professional writing career in 1908, contributing to a diverse range of American newspapers and magazines. Over the course of his career, he established a reputation for his short-form prose and journalistic commentary, navigating the evolving media landscape of his time.
A significant portion of Colcord's career took place during a period of major national and global transition, particularly during the presidency of Woodrow Wilson, which spanned from 1913 to 1921. During these years, Colcord's writings for various periodicals allowed him to engage with the contemporary issues of the era. His dual focus on journalism and short fiction highlights the fluid boundary between reportage and creative writing that characterized many American writers of the early twentieth century.
Though his individual works are not detailed in brief historical summaries, Colcord's contributions to the American press from 1908 onward mark him as a dedicated observer of his era. His life and career, which concluded with his passing in 1947, reflect the experiences of a working writer dedicated to the craft of short fiction and periodical journalism during a formative epoch in United States history.
