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Charles Bourgeois

1879 – 1940

Canadian politician and lawyer

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About Charles Bourgeois

Lived 1879 – 1940 (aged 60). Charles Bourgeois was a Canadian politician and lawyer.

Charles Bourgeois (July 29, 1879 – May 15, 1940) was a politician in the Quebec, Canada. He served as a Member of Parliament and as a Senator.

Early life

He was born on July 29, 1879, in Trois-Rivières, Mauricie. He was an attorney.

Member of Parliament

He ran as a Conservative candidate to the House of Commons of Canada in 1926 in the district of Nicolet but lost. He won a seat in the district of Three Rivers and St. Maurice in a 1931 by-election, but did not run for re-election in 1935.

Senator

In 1935, Bourgeois was appointed to the Canadian Senate on the advice of Prime Minister Richard Bedford Bennett and served until his death. He represented the division of Shawinegan.

Death

He died in office on May 15, 1940.

Electoral record

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Positions held
Bâtonnier du Québec, Member of the House of Commons of Canada, Member of the Senate of Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Charles Bourgeois?

Canadian politician and lawyer

When was Charles Bourgeois born?

Charles Bourgeois was born on 29 July 1879 in Trois-Rivières.

When did Charles Bourgeois die?

Charles Bourgeois died on 15 May 1940.

What was Charles Bourgeois's occupation?

Charles Bourgeois was a politician and lawyer.

What nationality was Charles Bourgeois?

Charles Bourgeois was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Charles Bourgeois

· Wikidata: Q2958607

· DBpedia: Charles Bourgeois

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