About William Oliver
Lived 1860 – 1951 (aged 90). William Oliver was a Canadian politician.
William Oliver (December 26, 1860 – April 27, 1951) worked in construction in Lethbridge and served as the seventh mayor of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. Born in Oxford County, Ontario, Oliver moved to Lethbridge in 1886. Two years later, he married Amelia, with whom he had three sons. After she died in 1912, Oliver married Margaret C. Cossaboom, and had a son with her.
Oliver served as mayor 1902–1905. Under his administration (as well as the mayor before him), Lethbridge secured its first waterworks and sewage disposal system. Outside of his mayoral term, he built houses. He owned Oliver Block and Oliver Apartments.
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Who was William Oliver?
Canadian politician (1860-1951)
When was William Oliver born?
William Oliver was born on 26 December 1860 in Oxford County.
When did William Oliver die?
William Oliver died on 27 April 1951 in Lethbridge.
What was William Oliver's occupation?
William Oliver was a politician.
What nationality was William Oliver?
William Oliver was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: William Oliver (Alberta politician)
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