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Frank L. Potts

1867 – 1926

Canadian politician

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About Frank L. Potts

Lived 1867 – 1926 (aged 58).

Frank Leslie Potts (May 20, 1867 – January 7, 1926) was a Canadian politician, auctioneer, broker, and appraiser. He died after being re-elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick for the riding of Saint John County. He had previously been a member of the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick for the riding of Saint John City.

Personal life Potts was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada to Joseph William Potts and Eunice Louise Battle. He was married to Elizabeth May Fleming and they had two children, Roy Flewelling Potts (1887-1974) and Gladys Leslie Potts (1888-1888). His father was the brother-in-law of John A. Munro, who was tried and convicted of the murder of his mistress, Sarah Margaret Vail and their daughter, Ella May Munroe.

Career Potts worked as an auctioneer, broker, and appraiser. He was an alderman of Saint John, New Brunswick and the founder of the St. John Land Tax Movement. He was elected mayor of Saint John in 1924 but was unable to finish his term as he died in 1926 at the age of 58. He is buried in Fernhill Cemetery in Saint John.

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Positions held
Mayor of Saint John, Member of the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick
Also known as
Frank Leslie Potts

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frank L. Potts?

Canadian politician

When was Frank L. Potts born?

Frank L. Potts was born on 20 May 1867 in Saint John.

When did Frank L. Potts die?

Frank L. Potts died on 7 January 1926.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frank L. Potts

· Wikidata: Q21664847

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