About Alexander Fraser
Lived 1824 – 1883 (aged 59). Alexander Fraser was a Canadian politician.
Alexander Fraser (August 24, 1824 – October 23, 1883) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Northumberland West in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1867 to 1871.
He was born in Inverness, Scotland in 1824 and was educated at the King's College, University of Aberdeen. He was a woollen manufacturer. He was also a director of the Cobourg, Peterborough and Marmora Railway.
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Who was Alexander Fraser?
Canadian businessman and political figure in Ontario (1824–1883)
When was Alexander Fraser born?
Alexander Fraser was born on 24 August 1824 in Inverness.
When did Alexander Fraser die?
Alexander Fraser died on 23 October 1883 in Cobourg.
What was Alexander Fraser's occupation?
Alexander Fraser was a politician.
What nationality was Alexander Fraser?
Alexander Fraser was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alexander Fraser (Ontario politician)
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