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George Thomas Baird

1847 – 1917

Canadian politician

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About George Thomas Baird

Lived 1847 – 1917 (aged 69). George Thomas Baird was a Canadian politician, timber merchant, merchant, postmaster and teacher.

George Thomas Baird (November 3, 1847 – April 21, 1917) was a Canadian politician.

Born in Andover, New Brunswick, the eldest son of George Baird of Scottish descent, he was educated at Carleton County Grammar School. He was married November 12, 1879 to Ida T. Sadler, of St. John, N.B. He held a first class certificate from the Normal School of New Brunswick, and for six years he taught a Superior School and was also Postmaster from 1878 until 1882. He became a lumber merchant and general dealer in Perth Centre, New Brunswick starting in 1874.

He was first elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick in 1884. He was appointed to the Legislative Council of New Brunswick in April 1891 and served until its abolition in 1892. At the general election held in 1892 he was again elected to the Legislative Assembly, where he sat until June 19, 1895 when he was called to the Senate on the advice of Mackenzie Bowell. A Conservative, he represented the senatorial division of Victoria, New Brunswick and served for almost 22 years until his death in 1917.

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Member of the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick, Member of the Senate of Canada
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George Baird

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Thomas Baird?

Canadian politician

When was George Thomas Baird born?

George Thomas Baird was born on 3 November 1847 in Perth-Andover.

When did George Thomas Baird die?

George Thomas Baird died on 21 April 1917.

What was George Thomas Baird's occupation?

George Thomas Baird was a politician, timber merchant, merchant, postmaster and teacher.

What nationality was George Thomas Baird?

George Thomas Baird was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Thomas Baird

· Wikidata: Q3101953

· DBpedia: George Thomas Baird

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