Background
Ferguson, Fred Swearengin was born on January 4, 1887 in Bargersville, Indiana, United States. Son of Alonzo and Elizabeth Jane (Swearengin) Ferguson.
Ferguson, Fred Swearengin was born on January 4, 1887 in Bargersville, Indiana, United States. Son of Alonzo and Elizabeth Jane (Swearengin) Ferguson.
Educated Indianapolis public schools and Manual Training High School.
Began as reporter Indianapolis News, 1907. With United Press in various larger bureaus throughout country, 1908-1916. War correspondent with American Expeditionary Forces for United Press covering Cantiguy, Saint Mihiel, Battle of Marne, Soissons and Argonne, 1917-1918.
Covered Armistice commission and later Versailles Peace Conference.
Vice-president and general news manager United Press, 1920-1926. President National Education Association Service, Incorporated., 1920-1959, retired.
Member Society of The First Division. Clubs: Dutch Treat, Lambs (New York City).
Married Helen Charlotte McFlynn, April. Children: Betty Jane (Mistress Robert Lee Henry), Fred Thayer.