About John Evans Adamson
Lived 1884 – 1961 (aged 77). John Evans Adamson was a Canadian politician, judge and lawyer.
John Evans Adamson (9 September 1884 – 22 December 1961) was a Canadian lawyer and judge. He was Chief Justice of Manitoba from 1955 to 1961, the first native-born Manitoban to hold the post.
He was the son of Alan Joseph Adamson.
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Who was John Evans Adamson?
Canadian lawyer and judge (1884-1961)
When was John Evans Adamson born?
John Evans Adamson was born on 9 September 1884.
When did John Evans Adamson die?
John Evans Adamson died on 22 December 1961.
What was John Evans Adamson's occupation?
John Evans Adamson was a politician, judge and lawyer.
What nationality was John Evans Adamson?
John Evans Adamson was Canadian.
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