About Alexander Macdonald
Lived 1844 – 1928 (aged 83). Alexander Macdonald was a Canadian politician.
Alexander Macdonald (1 November 1844
Macdonald was born in Pitlochry, Scotland and moved to Canada in 1868, eventually settling in Winnipeg in 1871. He contributed to the establishment of the Manitoba Free Press newspaper in 1872, among his numerous commercial activities. He headed the Winnipeg-based A. Macdonald & Co. whose market extended throughout western Canada, between Fort William and Vancouver. He also became president of the Great-West Life Insurance Company in 1894.
He served as Winnipeg's mayor for one year, 1892. In 1910, the Winnipeg Telegram reported that he was one of that city's 19 millionaires.
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Who was Alexander Macdonald?
Canadian politician, Mayor of Winnipeg (1844-1928)
When was Alexander Macdonald born?
Alexander Macdonald was born on 1 November 1844 in Pitlochry.
When did Alexander Macdonald die?
Alexander Macdonald died on 28 August 1928 in Winnipeg.
What was Alexander Macdonald's occupation?
Alexander Macdonald was a politician.
What nationality was Alexander Macdonald?
Alexander Macdonald was Canadian.
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