Anson P. K. Safford
Anson Pacely Killen Safford (c. February 14, 1830– December 15, 1891) was the third Governor of Arizona Territory. He was also a member of the California State Assembly from 1857–1858. Affectionately known as the "Little Governor" due to his 5-foot-6-inch (1.68 m) 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.
Anson P. K. Safford | |
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| 3rd Governor of Arizona Territory | |
| In office July 9, 1869 – April 5, 1877 | |
| Nominated by | Ulysses S. Grant |
| Preceded by | Richard C. McCormick |
| Succeeded by | John Philo Hoyt |
| Member of the California State Assembly from the 17th district | |
| In office 1857–1859 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 14, 1830 Hyde Park, Vermont, U.S. |
| Died | December 15, 1891 (aged 61) Tarpon Springs, Florida, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Jenny L. Tracy (1869–1873) Margarita Grijalva (1878–1880) Soledad Bonillas (1881–) |
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