About William Jackson
Lived 1858 – 1938 (aged 80). William Jackson was a Canadian politician and farmer.
William Jackson (April 18, 1858 – May 31, 1938) was a Canadian politician.
Born in Port Stanley, Canada West, Jackson was educated at the High School of St. Thomas and the Ontario Business College in Belleville, Ontario. A farmer by occupation, he was elected to the House of Commons of Canada for the riding of Elgin West in the general elections of 1904. A Conservative, he did not run in 1908.
He was County Councillor for District No. 3, County of Elgin for eight years and Warden of the County in 1902.
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Who was William Jackson?
Canadian politician, born 1858 (1858–1938)
When was William Jackson born?
William Jackson was born on 18 April 1858 in Port Stanley.
When did William Jackson die?
William Jackson died on 31 May 1938.
What was William Jackson's occupation?
William Jackson was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was William Jackson?
William Jackson was Canadian.
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