Background
Anthan, George Peter was born on June 2, 1936 in St. Joseph, Missouri, United States. Son of Peter George and Elpida (Kleanthis) Anthan.
News reporter and correspondent
Anthan, George Peter was born on June 2, 1936 in St. Joseph, Missouri, United States. Son of Peter George and Elpida (Kleanthis) Anthan.
Diploma, Kansas City (Kansas) Junior College, 1956. Bachelor of Science in Journalism, University Kansas, 1958.
Reporter, Kansas City Kansan, 1959-1961; reporter, Des Moines Tribune, 1961-1970; reporter, Des Moines Register, since 1970; Washington bureau chief, Des Moines Register, since 1985.
Member American Hellenic Educational and Progressive Association, White House Corrs. Association (Raymond Clapper award 1977-1979), Gridiron Club.
Married Ann S. Sutter, June 5, 1960. Children: Peter, Elias.