About James A. Winter
Lived 1886 – 1971 (aged 84). James A. Winter was a Canadian politician.
James Alexander Winter (December 20, 1886 Winter was called to the bar in 1910 and practised in St. John's. In 1933, he was named King's Counsel. Winter was speaker for the Newfoundland assembly from 1932 to 1934. He served in the Commission of Government as Commissioner of Home Affairs and Education from 1936 to 1941. In 1941, he was named registrar and chief clerk for the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador.
His brother Harry also served as speaker for the assembly.
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Who was James A. Winter?
Canadian politician (1886–1971)
When was James A. Winter born?
James A. Winter was born on 20 December 1886 in St. John's.
When did James A. Winter die?
James A. Winter died on 29 June 1971 in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.
What was James A. Winter's occupation?
James A. Winter was a politician.
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James A. Winter was Canadian.
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