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John Johnston

1790 – 1836

Lawyer and political figure in Nova Scotia

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About John Johnston

Lived 1790 – 1836 (aged 46). John Johnston was a Canadian politician.

John Johnston (January 31, 1790 – July 11, 1836) was a lawyer and political figure in Nova Scotia. He represented Annapolis County in the Nova Scotia House of Assembly from 1829 to 1836. His surname also appears as Johnstone.

He was born in Kingston, Jamaica, the son of William Martin Johnston and Elizabeth Lichtenstein. He married Laura Stevenson there in 1823 and settled in Annapolis, Nova Scotia, where he set up a law practice. He was elected to the provincial assembly in an 1829 by-election held after Thomas Chandler Haliburton was appointed a judge. His wife died in a bedroom fire soon after he was elected. Johnston later married Mary Kelly. Johnston died at Falmouth, Nova Scotia after taking a sea voyage on the advice of his physician.

His younger brother James William Johnston served as premier of Nova Scotia.

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Important facts

Born
31 January 1790
Birth century
18th century
Died
11 July 1836
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly
Also known as
John Johnstone

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Johnston?

lawyer and political figure in Nova Scotia

When was John Johnston born?

John Johnston was born on 31 January 1790.

When did John Johnston die?

John Johnston died on 11 July 1836.

What was John Johnston's occupation?

John Johnston was a politician.

What nationality was John Johnston?

John Johnston was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Johnston

· Wikidata: Q16244097

· DBpedia: John Johnston (Nova Scotia politician)

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