About James Dever
Lived 1825 – 1904 (aged 79). James Dever was a Canadian politician and merchant.
James Dever (May 2, 1825 – May 7, 1904) was an Irish-born merchant and political figure in New Brunswick, Canada. He represented Saint John division in the Senate of Canada from 1868 to 1904 as a member of the Liberal party.
He was born in Ballyshannon to James Dever and Catherine Gallagher. He immigrated to New Brunswick with his family at a young age and was educated in Saint John. In 1853, he married Margaret Morris. Dever died in office in Ottawa at the age of 79.
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Who was James Dever?
Canadian politician (1825–1904)
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James Dever was born on 2 May 1825 in County Donegal.
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James Dever died on 7 May 1904.
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James Dever was a politician and merchant.
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James Dever was Canadian.
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