About John Smith
Lived 1894 – 1977 (aged 83). John Smith was a Canadian politician and building contractor.
John Smith (February 18, 1894 – November 8, 1977) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Lincoln in the House of Commons of Canada as a Progressive Conservative member from 1957 to 1962.
He was born in Scotland in 1894, the son of Daniel Smith and Annie Douglas, and grew up there. Smith was a building contractor in St. Catharines. He served in the Canadian Army during World War I. In 1924, he married Jean Wood. Smith served on the city council of St. Catharines and was mayor from 1954 to 1957. He was defeated by James McNulty in the 1962 general election. He was a member of the Freemasons.
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Who was John Smith?
Ontario businessman and political figure (1894-1977)
When was John Smith born?
John Smith was born on 18 February 1894 in Scotland.
When did John Smith die?
John Smith died on 8 November 1977.
What was John Smith's occupation?
John Smith was a politician and building contractor.
What nationality was John Smith?
John Smith was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: John Smith (Ontario MP)
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