About George Alexander
Lived 1814 – 1903 (aged 89). George Alexander was a Canadian politician and farmer.
George Alexander (May 21, 1814 – October 13, 1903) was an Ontario farmer and political figure. He was a Conservative member of the Senate of Canada from 1873 to 1891.
Background He was born in Banffshire, Scotland in 1814 and studied at Aberdeen University. He was a director of the Bank of Upper Canada and served as president of the provincial Agricultural Association. Alexander was elected to the Legislative Council of the Province of Canada for Gore district in 1858. He was named to the Senate for Woodstock division in 1873 and resigned in 1891.
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Who was George Alexander?
Canadian politician
When was George Alexander born?
George Alexander was born on 21 May 1814 in Banffshire.
When did George Alexander die?
George Alexander died on 13 October 1903.
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George Alexander was a politician and farmer.
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George Alexander was Canadian.
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