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Donald Nicholson

1850 – 1932

Canadian politician

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About Donald Nicholson

Lived 1850 – 1932 (aged 82).

Donald Nicholson (March 20, 1850 - April 30, 1932) was a Canadian politician, who served in the House of Commons of Canada from 1911 to 1921. He represented the Prince Edward Island electoral district of Queen's as a member of the Conservative Party from 1911 to 1917, and the Unionist Party from 1917 to 1921.

Prior to his election to the House of Commons, Nicholson was a tobacco merchant.

Nicholson built two houses on Fitzroy Street in Charlottetown, at house numbers 13 and 15, for his sons Edward and Robert. Both are designated as historic properties by the city of Charlottetown.

John Paton Nicholson, Robert's son and Donald's grandson, later became chief justice of the Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island.

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Member of the House of Commons of Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Donald Nicholson?

Canadian politician

When was Donald Nicholson born?

Donald Nicholson was born on 20 March 1850 in Charlottetown.

When did Donald Nicholson die?

Donald Nicholson died on 30 April 1932.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Donald Nicholson

· Wikidata: Q20983453

· DBpedia: Donald Nicholson (Canadian politician)

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