About George Tustin
Lived 1889 – 1968 (aged 78). George Tustin was a Canadian politician and merchant.
George James Tustin (19 September 1889 – 19 May 1968) was a Progressive Conservative party, National Government and Conservative member of the House of Commons of Canada. He was born in Todmorden, Ontario and became a merchant and theatre owner by career.
Tustin was a member of the Napanee, Ontario municipal council for a decade, serving as Mayor in 1934 and 1935. Ironically, Diefenbaker's father, William Diefenbaker, once taught Tustin.
Tustin died aged 78 at Napanee, Ontario following a lengthy illness.
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Who was George Tustin?
Canadian politician
When was George Tustin born?
George Tustin was born on 19 September 1889 in Todmorden, Ontario.
When did George Tustin die?
George Tustin died on 19 May 1968 in Greater Napanee.
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George Tustin was a politician and merchant.
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George Tustin was Canadian.
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