About Franklin Smoke
Lived 1860 – 1937 (aged 76). Franklin Smoke was a Canadian lawyer and politician.
Franklin Smoke (24 August 1860 – 27 February 1937) was a Conservative member of the House of Commons of Canada. He was born in South Dumfries Township, Canada West and became a barrister.
Smoke attended public and secondary schools at Paris, Ontario then proceeded to studies at Osgoode Hall Law School. In 1908, he was appointed King's Counsel.
In the 1919 Ontario election, Smoke was an unsuccessful candidate for provincial office. His campaign for federal office in the 1925 general election was successful, winning a Parliament seat at Brant riding. He was re-elected in 1926 and 1930 then defeated by George Wood of the Liberal party in the 1935 election.
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Who was Franklin Smoke?
Canadian politician
When was Franklin Smoke born?
Franklin Smoke was born on 24 August 1860 in County of Brant.
When did Franklin Smoke die?
Franklin Smoke died on 27 February 1937.
What was Franklin Smoke's occupation?
Franklin Smoke was a lawyer and politician.
What nationality was Franklin Smoke?
Franklin Smoke was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Franklin Smoke. https://biography.guide/franklin-smoke/
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