About John Abbott Pringle
Lived 1892 – 1962 (aged 70). John Abbott Pringle was a Canadian politician.
John Abbott Pringle (May 4, 1892 – November 26, 1962) was an Ontario farmer, merchant and political figure. He represented Addington in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1943 to 1955 as a Progressive Conservative member.
He was born in Arden, Ontario, the son of William James Pringle. In 1919, he married Flora Amelia Lee. Pringle sold hardware and owned a farm. He served on the local school board and was its chairman for 6 years. He was a member of the Orange Order, the Masonic Order and a Shriner. He died suddenly after surgery for an unspecified illness in 1962.
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Who was John Abbott Pringle?
Canadian politician
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John Abbott Pringle was born on 4 May 1892 in Central Frontenac.
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John Abbott Pringle died on 26 November 1962 in Kingston.
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John Abbott Pringle was a politician.
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John Abbott Pringle was Canadian.
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