About John Teague
Lived 1833 – 1902 (aged 69). John Teague was a Canadian and British architect and politician.
John Teague (June 3, 1833 – October 25, 1902) was a Canadian architect and politician who served as mayor of Victoria, British Columbia from 1894 until 1895.
Born in Redruth, As an architect and contractor, he played an important role in the design and construction of the most important churches, commercial, residential and civic buildings of his time in Victoria.
He was married twice: first to Emily Abington in 1863 and then to Eliza Lazenby in 1892.
Teague died in Victoria at the age of 67.
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Who was John Teague?
Canadian architect and mayor (1833-1902)
When was John Teague born?
John Teague was born on 1 June 1833.
When did John Teague die?
John Teague died on 25 October 1902 in Victoria.
What was John Teague's occupation?
John Teague was an architect and politician.
What nationality was John Teague?
John Teague was Canadian and British.
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· DBpedia: John Teague (Canadian politician)
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