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George Walker Wesley Dawson

1858 – 1936

Irish-Canadian merchant and political figure in Ontario

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Lived 1858 – 1936 (aged 78). George Walker Wesley Dawson was a Canadian politician, lumber merchant, merchant and postmaster.

George Walker Wesley Dawson (February 14, 1858 – July 2, 1936) was an Irish-born merchant and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Addington in the House of Commons of Canada from 1891 to 1896 as a Liberal member.

He was born in Sligo, the son of the Reverend Abraham Dawson, and came to Canada West with his family in 1864. He was educated in Kingston and Belleville. Dawson owned a mill. He was a Crown Land agent, reeve for Clarendon Township and also served as postmaster. In 1881, he married Amy Elizabeth Orford. Dawson was defeated when he ran for re-election to the House of Commons in 1896. He later served as inspector of penitentiaries and purchasing agent for the Department of Public Works. He was instrumental in founding the Anglican Church in Plevna, Ontario. Dawson died at his home in The Glebe in Ottawa at the age of 78.

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Who was George Walker Wesley Dawson?

Irish-Canadian merchant and political figure in Ontario

When was George Walker Wesley Dawson born?

George Walker Wesley Dawson was born on 14 February 1858.

When did George Walker Wesley Dawson die?

George Walker Wesley Dawson died on 2 July 1936.

What was George Walker Wesley Dawson's occupation?

George Walker Wesley Dawson was a politician, lumber merchant, merchant and postmaster.

What nationality was George Walker Wesley Dawson?

George Walker Wesley Dawson was Canadian.

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· Wikipedia: George Walker Wesley Dawson

· Wikidata: Q5545824

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