About E. L. Richardson
Lived 1875 – 1952 (aged 76–77). E. L. Richardson was an athlete.
Ernest Lamont "Ernie" Richardson ( in Ontario – December 9, 1952 in West Vancouver) was a Canadian businessman and sports executive in Calgary, Alberta. He was the general manager of the Calgary Industrial Exhibition and the president of the Western Canada Hockey League (WCHL), which was founded in 1921. In 1923, Richardson co-founded (with Guy Weadick) the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede as an annual event.
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Who was E. L. Richardson?
Canadian businessman
When was E. L. Richardson born?
E. L. Richardson was born in 1875.
When did E. L. Richardson die?
E. L. Richardson died on 9 December 1952.
What was E. L. Richardson's occupation?
E. L. Richardson was an athlete.
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