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Jean Auguste Ross

1851 – 1920

Canadian politician

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About Jean Auguste Ross

Lived 1851 – 1920 (aged 68). Jean Auguste Ross was a Canadian politician, coroner and physician.

Jean Auguste Ross (September 6, 1851 – February 3, 1920) was a Canadian physician and politician.

Life and career Born in Rimouski, Canada East, the son of John Ross and Caroline Talbot, Ross was educated at Ste. Anne and Rimouski Seminaries. He received his medical education from Université Laval and then started practicing medicine in Rimouski. He was also Coroner for the District of Rimouski and a Quarantine Officer for the port. He was first elected to the House of Commons of Canada for the electoral district of Rimouski in an 1897 by-election. A Liberal, he was re-elected in 1900, 1904, and 1908. He was defeated in 1911.

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Important facts

Born
6 September 1851, Rimouski
Birth century
19th century
Died
3 February 1920
Occupation
Politician, coroner, physician
Nationality
Canada, Canadians
Education
Laval University
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jean Auguste Ross?

Canadian politician (1851–1920)

When was Jean Auguste Ross born?

Jean Auguste Ross was born on 6 September 1851 in Rimouski.

When did Jean Auguste Ross die?

Jean Auguste Ross died on 3 February 1920.

What was Jean Auguste Ross's occupation?

Jean Auguste Ross was a politician, coroner and physician.

What nationality was Jean Auguste Ross?

Jean Auguste Ross was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean Auguste Ross

· Wikidata: Q3170447

· DBpedia: Jean Auguste Ross

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