About Hugh Smith
Born 1839. Hugh Smith was a Canadian politician.
Hugh Smith (born 3 September 1839) was an Ontario farmer and political figure. He represented Frontenac in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Conservative member from 1888 to 1894.
He was born in Portland Township, Frontenac County, Upper Canada in 1839, the son of William Smith, an Irish immigrant, and educated in Kingston. Smith served on the township council and was county warden from 1882 to 1888. He was elected to the provincial assembly in an 1888 by-election held after the death of Henry Wilmot.
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Who was Hugh Smith?
Canadian farmer and political figure from Ontario
When was Hugh Smith born?
Hugh Smith was born on 3 September 1839 in Frontenac County, Ontario, Portland, Ontario (township), Upper Canada.
What was Hugh Smith's occupation?
Hugh Smith was a politician.
What nationality was Hugh Smith?
Hugh Smith was Canadian.
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