John Morison
Canadian businessman and political figure from Ontario
About John Morison
Lived 1818 – 1873 (aged 55). John Morison was a Canadian politician, merchant and postmaster.
John Morison (September 9, 1818 – December 5, 1873) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Victoria North in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Liberal member.
He was born in Greenock, Scotland in the year 1818, Morison married Agnes Smith. He served as reeve for Eldon Township and was postmaster of Woodville for sixteen years. Morison died in Eldon Township at the age of 55.
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Who was John Morison?
Canadian businessman and political figure from Ontario (1818-1873)
When was John Morison born?
John Morison was born on 9 September 1818.
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John Morison died on 5 December 1873.
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John Morison was a politician, merchant and postmaster.
What nationality was John Morison?
John Morison was Canadian.
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