About John Lane
Lived 1818 – 1890 (aged 71). John Lane was a Canadian politician.
John Lane (November 28, 1818 – April 2, 1890) was an Irish-born political figure. He represented York East in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Liberal member from 1875 to 1879.
He was born in County Tipperary, Ireland in 1818 but grew up and was educated in Upper Canada. He married Sarah Barker in 1850. Lane served on the council for York County.
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Who was John Lane?
politician (1818-1890)
When was John Lane born?
John Lane was born on 28 November 1818 in Tipperary.
When did John Lane die?
John Lane died on 2 April 1890.
What was John Lane's occupation?
John Lane was a politician.
What nationality was John Lane?
John Lane was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Lane (Ontario politician)
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