About Robert N. Cox
Lived 1850 – 1934 (aged 83). Robert N. Cox was a Canadian politician.
Robert N. Cox (October 12, 1850 – April 19, 1934) was a merchant and political figure on Prince Edward Island. He represented 2nd Kings in the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island from 1908 to 1911 and from 1920 to 1923 as a Liberal.
He was born in Charlottetown, the son of John Benjamin Cox, a native of Newfoundland. In 1885, he married Elizabeth Sutherland. He operated a general store in Morell for many years. Cox was also involved in lobster packing, fox ranching, potato starch manufacturing and farming. He served in the province's Executive Council as a minister without portfolio. He was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1912 and 1923. Cox died of a stroke at home in Charlottetown at the age of 83.
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Who was Robert N. Cox?
Canadian politician (1850-1934)
When was Robert N. Cox born?
Robert N. Cox was born on 12 October 1850.
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Robert N. Cox died on 19 April 1934.
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Robert N. Cox was a politician.
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Robert N. Cox was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: Robert Cox (Canadian politician)
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