About George Read
Lived 1819 – 1903 (aged 83). George Read was a Canadian politician.
George Read (August 13, 1819 – March 29, 1903) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Peterborough East in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Conservative member from 1867 to 1874.
He was born in Augusta Township in Upper Canada in 1819, the great grandson of United Empire Loyalists who settled in Grenville County. He served as clerk and treasurer for Otonabee Township. He died there in 1903.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Read?
Canadian politician (1819-1903)
When was George Read born?
George Read was born on 13 August 1819 in Augusta.
When did George Read die?
George Read died on 29 March 1903 in Ontario, Otonabee Township, Ontario.
What was George Read's occupation?
George Read was a politician.
What nationality was George Read?
George Read was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Read (Ontario politician)
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