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James Spratt

1877 – 1960

Canadian building contractor and politician

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About James Spratt

Lived 1877 – 1960 (aged 82–83). James Spratt was a Canadian.

James J. Spratt (July 15, 1877 – April 13, 1960) was a building contractor and politician in Newfoundland. He represented St. John's West in the Newfoundland House of Assembly from 1949 to 1951.

Early life and construction career

The son of Thomas Spratt and Mary Kavanagh, he was born in St. John's and was educated at St. Patrick's Hall. He first was employed as a bookkeeper and later worked in construction, first in roofing and masonry and later as a builder and contractor.

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Died
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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Spratt?

Canadian building contractor and politician

When was James Spratt born?

James Spratt was born on 15 July 1877.

When did James Spratt die?

James Spratt died in 1960.

What nationality was James Spratt?

James Spratt was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Spratt

· Wikidata: Q20739178

· DBpedia: James Spratt (Canadian politician)

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