About Robert R. Ness
Lived 1872 – 1960 (aged 88). Robert R. Ness was a Canadian politician and farmer.
Robert R. Ness (January 29, 1872 – October 21, 1960) was a Canadian politician and a breeder, importer and exporter of Ayrshire cattle.
Born in Howick, Quebec, Ness was Canada's largest importer and exporter of purebred cattle. In 1909, he was president of the Canadian Ayrshire Breeders Association. From 1923 to 1935, he was the Director of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
He was appointed to the Legislative Council of Quebec for Inkerman on January 14, 1942. A Liberal, he was removed from office on September 23, 1960 due to absenteeism. In 1962, he was inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame.
He died in Howick in 1960.
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Who was Robert R. Ness?
Canadian farmer and politician (1872-1960)
When was Robert R. Ness born?
Robert R. Ness was born on 29 January 1872 in Howick.
When did Robert R. Ness die?
Robert R. Ness died on 21 October 1960 in Howick.
What was Robert R. Ness's occupation?
Robert R. Ness was a politician and farmer.
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Robert R. Ness was Canadian.
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