About Donald McKay
Lived 1836 – 1895 (aged 58). Donald McKay was a Canadian politician.
Donald McKay (January 13, 1836 – January 2, 1895 ) was a merchant and political figure in Prince Edward Island. He represented 2nd Queens in the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island from 1876 to 1886 and 1890 to 1893 as a Conservative member.
He was born in New London, Prince Edward Island, the son of Donald McKay, a Scottish immigrant. McKay married Jane Matheson. He was a justice of the peace, a commissioner for Small Debt Court, and a member of the board of Railway Commissioners.
He was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1886 and 1893. McKay died in Oyster Bed Bridge at the age of 58.
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Who was Donald McKay?
Canadian politician (1836–1895)
When was Donald McKay born?
Donald McKay was born on 13 January 1836.
When did Donald McKay die?
Donald McKay died on 2 January 1895.
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Donald McKay was a politician.
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Donald McKay was Canadian.
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