About James McCann
Lived 1840 – 1904 (aged 63–64). James McCann was a British politician.
James McCann (1840 – 14 February 1904) was an Irish businessman and politician.
He was a successful stockbroker, before buying the old Russell Estate at Ardsallagh, County Meath. He set up a number of business including a bacon factory and a furniture factory.
He was an MP, representing the Irish Parliamentary Party, for Dublin St Stephen's Green, from 1900 until his death in office in February 1904. The by-election for the seat was won by Laurence Ambrose Waldron of the Irish Parliamentary Party.
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Who was James McCann?
Irish businessman and politician
When was James McCann born?
James McCann was born in 1840.
When did James McCann die?
James McCann died on 14 February 1904.
What was James McCann's occupation?
James McCann was a politician.
What nationality was James McCann?
James McCann was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James McCann (St Stephen's Green MP)
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