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Beaton Abbott

1903 – 1992

Canadian educator and politician

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About Beaton Abbott

Lived 1903 – 1992 (aged 88–89). Beaton Abbott was a Canadian politician and teacher.

Beaton John Abbott (April 1903 – March 8, 1992) was an educator, magistrate and politician in Newfoundland. He represented Gander from 1956 to 1966 and Bonavista North from 1966 to 1971 in the Newfoundland House of Assembly.

Early life and career

Abbott was born in Musgrave Harbour as the son of Samson Abbott and Ellen Whiteway. After graduating from the local school there, he was educated at St. John's Methodist College and at La Salle. Abbott taught school for thirteen years and then served as a magistrate at Twillingate, Grand Bank and Grand Falls over a 21-year period. He was a member of the United Church General Council from 1952 to 1956 and was president of the Newfoundland Bible Society from 1959 to 1968.

Politics

He was first elected to the Newfoundland assembly in 1956. He served in the Newfoundland cabinet as Minister of Public Welfare, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Supply, Minister of Supply and Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

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Important facts

Born
1903, Musgrave Harbour
Birth century
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Education
La Salle Extension University
Positions held
Minister

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Beaton Abbott?

Canadian educator and politician

When was Beaton Abbott born?

Beaton Abbott was born in 1903 in Musgrave Harbour.

When did Beaton Abbott die?

Beaton Abbott died on 8 March 1992 in Musgrave Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador.

What was Beaton Abbott's occupation?

Beaton Abbott was a politician and teacher.

What nationality was Beaton Abbott?

Beaton Abbott was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Beaton Abbott

· Wikidata: Q20710293

· DBpedia: Beaton Abbott

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