About Peter Lawson
Lived 1821 – 1911 (aged 90). Peter Lawson was a Canadian politician and tanner.
Peter Lawson (January 10, 1821 – March 22, 1911) was an Ontario political figure. He represented Norfolk South in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Liberal member.
He was born in Woodstock, Connecticut in 1821, and came to Upper Canada with his family in 1830. He worked as a tanner in Port Dover. In 1842, he married Sarah Ladd. Lawson served as reeve for Woodhouse Township in Norfolk County. He died in Port Dover at the age of 90.
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Who was Peter Lawson?
Canadian politician (1821–1911)
When was Peter Lawson born?
Peter Lawson was born on 10 January 1821.
When did Peter Lawson die?
Peter Lawson died on 22 March 1911.
What was Peter Lawson's occupation?
Peter Lawson was a politician and tanner.
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Peter Lawson was Canadian.
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