About James A. Smart
Lived 1858 – 1942 (aged 83). James A. Smart was a Canadian politician.
James Allan Smart (June 6, 1858 – May 3, 1942 Smart came to Manitoba in 1880 and worked for a hardware firm in Winnipeg until 1881. He then moved to Brandon, where he operated his own hardware business until 1886. In 1883, he married Elizabeth F. Jones. Smart later served as federal deputy Minister of the Interior and was administrator for the Yukon territory from 1902 to 1903.
His son James served as Director of the National Parks Branch for Canada.
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Who was James A. Smart?
Canadian politician (1858–1942)
When was James A. Smart born?
James A. Smart was born on 6 June 1858 in Brockville.
When did James A. Smart die?
James A. Smart died on 3 May 1942 in Montreal.
What was James A. Smart's occupation?
James A. Smart was a politician.
What nationality was James A. Smart?
James A. Smart was Canadian.
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