About John T. Cheeseman
Lived 1892 – 1968 (aged 75). John T. Cheeseman was a Canadian politician.
John Thomas Cheeseman (August 3, 1892 – February 22, 1968) was a businessman and politician in Newfoundland. He represented Burin from 1919 to 1923, Burgeo-LaPoile from 1956 to 1962 and Hermitage from 1962 to 1966.
Early life and career
The son of Lawrence Cheeseman,
Politics and legacy Cheeseman was elected to the House of Assembly in 1919, but he was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1923 Newfoundland general election. He was again elected to the House of Assembly over thirty years later in 1956 after Newfoundland had joined Canada.
Cheeseman was appointed Chief Inspector of Fisheries and then Chief Fisheries Officer for Newfoundland. He later served in the Newfoundland Executive Council as Minister of Fisheries and Co-Operatives and then as Minister of Provincial Affairs. He retired from the assembly in 1966.
Cheeseman's son son Roy also served in the Newfoundland assembly. A Newfoundland provincial park, John T. Cheeseman Provincial Park, was named in his honour.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John T. Cheeseman?
Canadian politician
When was John T. Cheeseman born?
John T. Cheeseman was born on 3 August 1892 in Port au Bras.
When did John T. Cheeseman die?
John T. Cheeseman died on 22 February 1968.
What was John T. Cheeseman's occupation?
John T. Cheeseman was a politician.
What nationality was John T. Cheeseman?
John T. Cheeseman was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: John T. Cheeseman
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