About John Wesley Burgess
Lived 1907 – 1990 (aged 83). John Wesley Burgess was a Canadian lawyer and politician.
John Wesley Burgess (19 May 1907 – 1 September 1990) was a Liberal party member of the House of Commons of Canada. He was born in Wallaceburg, Ontario and became a lawyer by career.
He was first elected at the Lambton—Kent riding in the 1962 general election. After serving his only term, the 25th Parliament, he was defeated in the 1963 federal election by Mac McCutcheon of the Progressive Conservative party.
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Who was John Wesley Burgess?
Member of the Canadian House of Commons
When was John Wesley Burgess born?
John Wesley Burgess was born on 19 May 1907 in Wallaceburg.
When did John Wesley Burgess die?
John Wesley Burgess died on 1 September 1990.
What was John Wesley Burgess's occupation?
John Wesley Burgess was a lawyer and politician.
What nationality was John Wesley Burgess?
John Wesley Burgess was Canadian.
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