About John Brown
Lived 1841 – 1905 (aged 63). John Brown was a Canadian politician and miller.
John Brown (23 December 1841 – 1 August 1905) was a Liberal party member of the House of Commons of Canada. He was born in Wentworth County, Canada West and became a miller and mining consultant / prospector by career.
He became the Member of Parliament for Monck following his victory in the 1891 federal election. After several months service in the 7th Parliament, Brown was unseated the following year and replaced by Arthur Boyle in a 12 March 1892 by-election.
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Who was John Brown?
Liberal party member of the Canadian House of Commons
When was John Brown born?
John Brown was born on 23 December 1841 in Wentworth County.
When did John Brown die?
John Brown died on 1 August 1905.
What was John Brown's occupation?
John Brown was a politician and miller.
What nationality was John Brown?
John Brown was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: John Brown (Canadian politician)
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