About Hippolyte Montplaisir
Lived 1839 – 1927 (aged 88). Hippolyte Montplaisir was a Canadian politician and farmer.
Hippolyte Montplaisir (March 7, 1839 – June 20, 1927) was a Canadian politician. He became Senator for Shawinegan, and Member of Parliament.
Background
He was born on March 7, 1839, in Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Lower Canada
Political career
He was first elected to the House of Commons of Canada for Champlain in the 1874 federal election. A Liberal-Conservative, he was re-elected in 1878, 1882, and 1887. In 1891, he was appointed to the Senate on the advice of John Alexander Macdonald representing the Senatorial Division of Shawinegan, Quebec. He served as an MP and senator for 53 years until his death in 1927.
Death
He died on June 20, 1927 in Trois-Rivières.
Honors
Rue Montplaisir (Montplaisir Street) in Cap-de-la-Madeleine was named to honor him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hippolyte Montplaisir?
Canadian politician (1839–1927)
When was Hippolyte Montplaisir born?
Hippolyte Montplaisir was born on 7 March 1839 in Cap-de-la-Madeleine.
When did Hippolyte Montplaisir die?
Hippolyte Montplaisir died on 20 June 1927 in Trois-Rivières.
What was Hippolyte Montplaisir's occupation?
Hippolyte Montplaisir was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was Hippolyte Montplaisir?
Hippolyte Montplaisir was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Hippolyte Montplaisir
· DBpedia: Hippolyte Montplaisir
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