J. Quigg Newton

James Quigg Newton Jr. (August 3, 1911 – April 4, 2003) was an American lawyer, academic administrator, and politician. He served as the mayor of Denver, Colorado from 1947 to 1955. He was president of the University of Colorado from 1956 to 1963.

Early life Newton was born on August 3, 1911, in Denver, Colorado. His father was a successful businessman. He spent his childhood between Denver and New York City. In 1950, he served as president of the National League of Cities.

Towards the end of his mayoralty, he unsuccessfully ran to become the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in 1954.

Personal life Newton married Virginia Shafroth in 1942. She was the granddaughter of John F. Shafroth who served as US Senator and Governor of Colorado. They had four daughters. Newton died from a heart attack in Denver, Colorado, on April 4, 2003.