About James Houston Spence
Lived 1867 – 1939 (aged 71). James Houston Spence was a Canadian lawyer and politician.
James Houston Spence, , (September 3, 1867 – February 21, 1939) was a Canadian lawyer and Senator.
Background Spence was born in Greenock Township, Ontario and attended school in London, Ontario and Walkerton, Ontario. He graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School before being called to the bar. He was elected a Bencher of the Law Society of Upper Canada in 1917,
He specialized in corporate, commercial and municipal law.
He was active in the Liberal Party of Canada, campaigned on behalf of various Liberal candidates in provincial and federal elections,
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Who was James Houston Spence?
Canadian politician (1867-1939)
When was James Houston Spence born?
James Houston Spence was born on 3 September 1867 in Brockton.
When did James Houston Spence die?
James Houston Spence died on 21 February 1939 in Toronto.
What was James Houston Spence's occupation?
James Houston Spence was a lawyer and politician.
What nationality was James Houston Spence?
James Houston Spence was Canadian.
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