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Gordon Purdy

1888 – 1974

Canadian politician

Politician Timber merchant
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About Gordon Purdy

Lived 1888 – 1974 (aged 86). Gordon Purdy was a Canadian politician and timber merchant.

Gordon Timlin Purdy (1 July 1888 – 22 December 1974) was a Liberal party member of the House of Commons of Canada, 1935-1945 and 1953–1957. He was born in East Amherst, Nova Scotia and became a lumber merchant by career.

He was first elected to Parliament at the Colchester—Hants riding in the 1935 general election then re-elected there in 1940. Purdy was defeated in the 1945 election by Frank Thomas Stanfield. When Stanfield left federal politics, Purdy won Colchester—Hants in the 1953 election. After serving his final House of Commons term, the 22nd Canadian Parliament, Purdy was defeated by Cyril Kennedy of the Progressive Conservative party in the 1957 election.

Purdy was married to Alma Louise Kaiser in 1913. They had three daughters and a son, Eleanor, Joan, Marion and James.

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Member of the House of Commons of Canada, Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly
Also known as
Gordon Timlin Purdy

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gordon Purdy?

Canadian politician (1888–1974)

When was Gordon Purdy born?

Gordon Purdy was born on 1 July 1888 in East Amherst.

When did Gordon Purdy die?

Gordon Purdy died on 22 December 1974.

What was Gordon Purdy's occupation?

Gordon Purdy was a politician and timber merchant.

What nationality was Gordon Purdy?

Gordon Purdy was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gordon Purdy

· Wikidata: Q5585694

· DBpedia: Gordon Purdy

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