About Arthur E. Wright
Lived 1907 – 1977 (aged 69). Arthur E. Wright was a Canadian politician.
Arthur Edgar Wright (November 8, 1907
The son of Arthur L. Wright and Mary Ruffles, Wright was born and educated in Winnipeg, and worked as a supervisor for the mechanical departure of the Canadian National Railway. In 1931, he married Pearl Rosina Clegg. Wright was chairman of the Public Works department in the city of West Kildonan from 1946 to 1954, and served as its mayor from 1954 to 1958.
There are currently Arthur E. Wright schools in California and Winnipeg. The Winnipeg school was named after Wright but the California school, in Las Virgenes Unified School District, was named after its founder, Arthur Edward Wright.
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Who was Arthur E. Wright?
Canadian politician (1907-1977)
When was Arthur E. Wright born?
Arthur E. Wright was born on 8 November 1907.
When did Arthur E. Wright die?
Arthur E. Wright died on 19 May 1977.
What was Arthur E. Wright's occupation?
Arthur E. Wright was a politician.
What nationality was Arthur E. Wright?
Arthur E. Wright was Canadian.
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