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David Edward Price

1826 – 1883

Canadian politician

Politician Official Timber merchant
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About David Edward Price

Lived 1826 – 1883 (aged 57). David Edward Price was a Canadian politician, official and timber merchant.

David Edward Price (May 11, 1826 – August 22, 1883) was a Quebec businessman and political figure. He was a Conservative member of the Senate of Canada from 1867 to 1883.

He was born at Quebec City in 1826, the son of William Price, and, after completing his studies, went to London, England to learn the lumber trade with his father's partners. In 1847, he began work in his father's firm. He was elected to the Legislative Council of the Province of Canada representing Chicoutimi and Tadoussac in an 1855 by-election; he was elected in Chicoutimi—Saguenay in 1858, 1861 and 1863. He resigned in 1864 and was elected to the Legislative Council for the Laurentides division in the same year. He served until Confederation when he was appointed to the Senate.

In 1867, with his brothers William Evan and Evan John, he started , a forest products firm based in the Quebec and Saguenay regions which took over the assets of his father's company. He served as vice-consul at Saguenay for Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Argentina and Peru, and as a consular agent for the United States.

In 1871, Senator David Edward Price became the last 'Seigneur des Grondines'.

He died at his home in Sillery in 1883, while still in office.

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Important facts

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Positions held
Member of the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada, Member of the Legislative Council of the Province of Canada, Member of the Senate of Canada

Family & relationships

Parent
William Price (merchant)

People in David Edward Price's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Edward Price?

Canadian politician (1826-1883)

When was David Edward Price born?

David Edward Price was born on 11 May 1826 in Quebec City.

When did David Edward Price die?

David Edward Price died on 22 August 1883 in Sillery.

What was David Edward Price's occupation?

David Edward Price was a politician, official and timber merchant.

What nationality was David Edward Price?

David Edward Price was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Edward Price

· Wikidata: Q5233280

· DBpedia: David Edward Price

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