About Hugh Allan
Lived 1865 – 1949 (aged 83). Hugh Allan was a Canadian politician, conveyancer and notary.
Hugh Allan (27 August 1865 – 5 April 1949) was a Liberal party member of the House of Commons of Canada. He was born in Blenheim Township, Canada West and became a clerk, conveyancer and notary.
Allan attended Richwood School in Oxford County. He became a municipal clerk and treasurer.
He was elected to Parliament at the Oxford North riding in the 1926 general election when he defeated Conservative incumbent Donald Sutherland. After serving his only term, the 16th Canadian Parliament, Allan was defeated by Sutherland in the 1930 federal election.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hugh Allan?
Canadian politician (1865–1949)
When was Hugh Allan born?
Hugh Allan was born on 27 August 1865 in Blandford-Blenheim.
When did Hugh Allan die?
Hugh Allan died on 5 April 1949.
What was Hugh Allan's occupation?
Hugh Allan was a politician, conveyancer and notary.
What nationality was Hugh Allan?
Hugh Allan was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: Hugh Allan (politician)
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