About George Smith
Lived 1852 – 1930 (aged 78). George Smith was a Canadian politician and lawyer.
George Smith (March 6, 1852 – July 24, 1930) was a Scottish-born lawyer and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Oxford North in the House of Commons of Canada from 1905 to 1908 as a Liberal.
He was born in Cambuslang, Lanarkshire, the son of John Douglas Smith and Margaret Paton. Smith was educated at the University of Toronto and Osgoode Hall. In 1893, he married Dr. Emily Janet Irvine (1858–1932). Smith was connected with the Crown Bank of Woodstock. He was elected to the House of Commons in a 1905 by-election held following the death of James Sutherland. Smith did not run for reelection in 1908.
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Who was George Smith?
Canadian politician from Ontario
When was George Smith born?
George Smith was born on 6 March 1852.
When did George Smith die?
George Smith died on 24 July 1930.
What was George Smith's occupation?
George Smith was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was George Smith?
George Smith was Canadian.
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