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Thomas Clayton Davis

1889 – 1960

Canadian politician and diplomat

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About Thomas Clayton Davis

Lived 1889 – 1960 (aged 70). Thomas Clayton Davis was a Canadian diplomat, judge and politician.

Thomas Clayton Davis (September 6, 1889 – January 21, 1960 He was named Canadian High Commissioner to Australia in 1943 and went on to serve as ambassador to China, Japan and West Germany. Davis retired from diplomatic service in 1957, moving to Victoria.

After Lyman Duff, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada retired in 1944, Minister of Agriculture James Garfield Gardiner put Davis forward as a possible appointee to the Court. Gardiner also proposed William Melville Martin and James Wilfred Estey, who was ultimately appointed to fill the vacancy created by Duff's retirement.

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Important facts

Born
6 September 1889, Prince Albert
Birth century
19th century
Died
21 January 1960, Victoria
Occupation
Diplomat, judge, politician
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan, Member of the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan, Ambassador of Canada to China

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Clayton Davis?

Canadian politician and diplomat (1889-1960)

When was Thomas Clayton Davis born?

Thomas Clayton Davis was born on 6 September 1889 in Prince Albert.

When did Thomas Clayton Davis die?

Thomas Clayton Davis died on 21 January 1960 in Victoria.

What was Thomas Clayton Davis's occupation?

Thomas Clayton Davis was a diplomat, judge and politician.

What nationality was Thomas Clayton Davis?

Thomas Clayton Davis was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Clayton Davis

· Wikidata: Q137101

· DBpedia: Thomas Clayton Davis

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