About Adam Gordon
Lived 1831 – 1876 (aged 44). Adam Gordon was a Canadian politician, merchant and postmaster.
Adam Gordon (16 September 1831 – 28 May 1876) was a Scottish-born merchant and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Ontario North in the House of Commons of Canada from 1874 to 1876 as a Liberal member.
He was born in Forfar, He was also postmaster for Manchester, Ontario. Gordon died in office in Port Perry at the age of 44.
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Who was Adam Gordon?
Canadian politician (1831–1876)
When was Adam Gordon born?
Adam Gordon was born on 16 September 1831.
When did Adam Gordon die?
Adam Gordon died on 28 May 1876.
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Adam Gordon was a politician, merchant and postmaster.
What nationality was Adam Gordon?
Adam Gordon was Canadian.
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