Alfred P. Swineford

Biography

Alfred P. Swineford combined a journalist's vigilance with a public servant's steady hand, covering the growth of the American West before being tapped to serve as Governor of the District of Alaska, where he promoted communication and infrastructure for the rugged territory.

He later settled in Denver, sharing the insights of a lifetime in newspapers and government with civic organizations, and he rests in Evergreen Cemetery among fellow citizens committed to progress.