About James Rourke
Lived 1838 – 1914 (aged 75). James Rourke was a Canadian politician.
James Rourke (June 27, 1838 – March 3, 1914 ) was a lumber manufacturer and political figure in New Brunswick, Canada. He represented St. John County in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1890 to 1892 as a Liberal-Conservative. He was born in Musquash, New Brunswick. In 1871, he married Charlotte Wishart. Rourke was a captain of the Saint Martin’s Rifle Company and served on the council for Saint John. He ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the provincial assembly in 1888.
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Who was James Rourke?
Canadian politician (1838–1914)
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James Rourke was born on 27 June 1838.
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James Rourke died on 3 March 1914.
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James Rourke was a politician.
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James Rourke was Canadian.
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