About Hugh H. Rowatt
Lived 1861 – 1938 (aged 77). Hugh H. Rowatt was a Canadian politician.
Hugh Howard Rowatt, CMG (August 17, 1861 – November 13, 1938) was a Canadian civil servant who served as the commissioner of the Northwest Territories between 1931 and 1934.
A civil servant with the Department of Interior, Howlatt was appointed Commissioner of the Northwest Territories on March 31, 1931, serving until April 30, 1934. At the age of 69, he remains the older person to ever be sworn into the office.
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Who was Hugh H. Rowatt?
Canadian politician (1861–1938)
When was Hugh H. Rowatt born?
Hugh H. Rowatt was born on 17 August 1861.
When did Hugh H. Rowatt die?
Hugh H. Rowatt died on 13 November 1938.
What was Hugh H. Rowatt's occupation?
Hugh H. Rowatt was a politician.
What nationality was Hugh H. Rowatt?
Hugh H. Rowatt was Canadian.
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