About Eric William Blake Cross
Lived 1904 – 1965 (aged 61). Eric William Blake Cross was a Canadian politician and judge.
Eric William Blake Cross (January 27, 1904 – February 25, 1965) was an Ontario judge and political figure. He represented Haldimand—Norfolk in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1937 to 1943 as a Liberal member.
Background Cross was born in 1904 in Madoc, Ontario. His parents were William Cross and Mary Judith Falls. He also became Chairman of the Ontario Municipal Board. Cross served as a Provincial Magistrate and County Court judge. He died in Woodstock, Ontario at the age of 61, while trying to walk from his stranded car to his home during "the worst snowstorm in 21 years".
Politics Cross served as Minister of Municipal Affairs and Public Welfare from 1937 to 1940; he was Attorney General and Minister of Municipal Affairs in 1943.
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Who was Eric William Blake Cross?
Canadian politician and judge (1904-1965)
When was Eric William Blake Cross born?
Eric William Blake Cross was born on 27 January 1904 in Madoc.
When did Eric William Blake Cross die?
Eric William Blake Cross died on 26 February 1965 in Woodstock.
What was Eric William Blake Cross's occupation?
Eric William Blake Cross was a politician and judge.
What nationality was Eric William Blake Cross?
Eric William Blake Cross was Canadian.
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