Anson P. K. Safford
Politician
1830 – 1891
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Who was Anson P. K. Safford?
Anson Pacely Killen Safford was the third Governor of Arizona Territory. Affectionately known as the "Little Governor" due to his 5 foot 6 inch stature, he was also Arizona's longest serving territorial governor. His work to create a public education system earned him the name "Father of the Arizona Public Schools". Safford is additionally known for granting himself a divorce.
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- Born
- Feb 14, 1830
Hyde Park - Siblings
- Spouses
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Died
- Dec 15, 1891
Tarpon Springs
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on July 23, 2013
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