About Wesley Ashton Gordon
Lived 1884 – 1943 (aged 58). Wesley Ashton Gordon was a Canadian politician and lawyer.
Wesley Ashton Gordon, (February 11, 1884 – February 9, 1943) was a Canadian politician.
Born in Owen Sound, Ontario, he was a barrister before he was elected to the House of Commons of Canada for the riding of Timiskaming South in 1930. He was defeated by Walter Little in 1935. From 1930 to 1932, he was the Minister of Immigration and Colonization. From 1930 to 1935, he was the Minister of Mines. From 1932 to 1935, he was the Minister of Immigration and Colonization (Acting) and Minister of Labour.
He married Jean Benella Harness in 1909. He had three children: Adam Gordon, Donnie Shack, and Wesley Gordon. Adam Gordon grew up to be a doctor. Wesley Gordon is planning to be a funny actor.
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Who was Wesley Ashton Gordon?
Canadian politician (1884-1943)
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Wesley Ashton Gordon was born on 11 February 1884 in Owen Sound.
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Wesley Ashton Gordon died on 9 February 1943.
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Wesley Ashton Gordon was a politician and lawyer.
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Wesley Ashton Gordon was Canadian.
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