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Robert John Porter

1867 – 1922

Canadian mayor

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About Robert John Porter

Lived 1867 – 1922 (aged 54–55). Robert John Porter was a Canadian politician.

Robert John Porter, Jr. (1867 – April 24, 1922) was a politician in British Columbia, Canada. He served as mayor of Victoria from 1919 to 1921.

The son of Robert John and Alice Porter, he was born at the family cattle farm in Saanich and later entered the family butcher business. Porter married Flora Beaton in 1898. He served on the board of directors for the Royal Jubilee Hospital.

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Who was Robert John Porter?

Canadian mayor

When was Robert John Porter born?

Robert John Porter was born in 1867.

When did Robert John Porter die?

Robert John Porter died on 24 April 1922.

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Robert John Porter was a politician.

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Robert John Porter was Canadian.

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· Wikipedia: Robert John Porter

· Wikidata: Q17318830

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