About James McMonies
Lived 1800 – 1888. James McMonies was a Canadian politician, merchant and sawmiller.
James McMonies (1800 – January 12, 1888) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Wentworth North in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Liberal member.
He was born in Kirkcudbright, Scotland in 1800. He also served as reeve of East Flamborough. McMonies represented the North riding of Wentworth in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1865 to Confederation, being elected in a by-election held following the death of William Notman. In 1865, he was named clerk in the 3rd Division Court, Wentworth County. He died in Waterdown at the age of 88.
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Who was James McMonies?
Canadian politician
When was James McMonies born?
James McMonies was born in 1800.
When did James McMonies die?
James McMonies died on 12 January 1888.
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James McMonies was a politician, merchant and sawmiller.
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James McMonies was Canadian.
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