About John Meagher
Lived 1805 – 1876 (aged 70–71). John Meagher was a Canadian politician.
John Meagher (c. 1805 – March 11, 1876) was an Irish-born merchant and political figure in Canada East. He represented Bonaventure in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1854 to 1861 as a Reformer.
He established himself in the timber trade at Carleton. Meagher was lieutenant-colonel in the local militia. He married Mary Ann Drake. Meagher ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the assembly in 1848. He was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1861. Meagher died at Carleton.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Meagher?
Canadian politician and merchant
When was John Meagher born?
John Meagher was born in 1805 in Halifax.
When did John Meagher die?
John Meagher died on 11 March 1876 in Carleton-sur-Mer.
What was John Meagher's occupation?
John Meagher was a politician.
What nationality was John Meagher?
John Meagher was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: John Meagher (Canada East politician)
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