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Forrest W. Phillips

1887 – 1972

Canadian politician

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About Forrest W. Phillips

Lived 1887 – 1972 (aged 85). Forrest W. Phillips was a Canadian politician.

Forrest William Phillips (July 1, 1887 – July 8, 1972) was a farmer and political figure on Prince Edward Island. He represented 2nd Prince from 1946 to 1959 as a Liberal.

He was born in Ellerslie, Prince Edward Island, the son of Thomas Henry Phillips and Eleanor Agnes Williams. In 1907, he married Gertrude MacArthur. Phillips moved to Mount Royal in 1916. Besides farming, he was also a land appraiser for the Canadian Farm Loans Board. Phillips was first elected to the provincial assembly in a 1946 by-election held after the death of William H. Dennis. He served as speaker for the assembly from 1949 to 1955. He also was a member of the province's Executive Council, serving as Minister of Welfare and Labour in 1956. Phillips died at Prince County Hospital in Summerside at the age of 85.

His daughter Vera married Joshua MacArthur, who also served in the provincial assembly.

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Important facts

Born
1 July 1887
Birth century
19th century
Died
8 July 1972
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island
Also known as
Forrest William Phillips

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Forrest W. Phillips?

Canadian politician

When was Forrest W. Phillips born?

Forrest W. Phillips was born on 1 July 1887.

When did Forrest W. Phillips die?

Forrest W. Phillips died on 8 July 1972.

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Forrest W. Phillips was a politician.

What nationality was Forrest W. Phillips?

Forrest W. Phillips was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Forrest W. Phillips

· Wikidata: Q5470526

· DBpedia: Forrest Phillips

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