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William Carruthers Little

1820 – 1881

Canadian politician

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About William Carruthers Little

Lived 1820 – 1881 (aged 60–61). William Carruthers Little was a Canadian politician and farmer.

William Carruthers Little (1820 – 31 December 1881) was an Ontario farmer and political figure. He represented Simcoe South in the House of Commons of Canada as a Liberal-Conservative from 1867 to 1881.

He was born in Stroud, Gloucestershire, England in 1820, He was a land surveyor in Australia and had also been a sailor; he came to Upper Canada in 1837 or 1847.

Little was married twice: to Mary Hamil in 1854 and to Mary Harriet Bennett in 1869.

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Important facts

Born
1820, Stroud
Birth century
19th century
Died
31 December 1881, Allandale, Ontario
Occupation
Politician, farmer
Nationality
Canada
Positions held
Member of the House of Commons of Canada

Family & relationships

Child
Edward Alfred Little

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Carruthers Little?

Canadian politician

When was William Carruthers Little born?

William Carruthers Little was born in 1820 in Stroud.

When did William Carruthers Little die?

William Carruthers Little died on 31 December 1881 in Allandale, Ontario.

What was William Carruthers Little's occupation?

William Carruthers Little was a politician and farmer.

What nationality was William Carruthers Little?

William Carruthers Little was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Carruthers Little

· Wikidata: Q8006598

· DBpedia: William Carruthers Little

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