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Alexander McCall

1868 – 1948

Canadian politician

Politician Timber merchant
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About Alexander McCall

Lived 1868 – 1948 (aged 79–80). Alexander McCall was a Canadian politician and timber merchant.

Alexander McCall (21 December 1844 – 10 June 1925) was a Canadian lumber merchant and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Norfolk in the House of Commons of Canada from 1908 as a Conservative until the 1911 federal election in which he was defeated. McCall sat for Simcoe division in the Senate of Canada from 1913 to 1925 following his appointment to the upper house by Robert Borden.

He was born in Charlotteville, Canada West, the son of David McCall and Harriet Mann, and was educated in Norfolk County. In 1872, he married Sarah McInnes. McCall was mayor of Simcoe from 1893 to 1894. He was defeated when he ran for reelection to the House of Commons in 1911. McCall was called to the Senate on 26 May 1913, and died in office in Simcoe at the age of 84.

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Important facts

Born
1868
Birth century
Died
1948
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada, Member of the Senate of Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alexander McCall?

Canadian politician (1868–1948)

When was Alexander McCall born?

Alexander McCall was born in 1868.

When did Alexander McCall die?

Alexander McCall died in 1948.

What was Alexander McCall's occupation?

Alexander McCall was a politician and timber merchant.

What nationality was Alexander McCall?

Alexander McCall was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander McCall

· Wikidata: Q4719576

· DBpedia: Alexander McCall

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