About William Todd
Lived 1803 – 1873 (aged 70). William Todd was a Canadian politician and businessperson.
William Todd (July 10, 1803 – October 5, 1873) was an American-born businessman who was offered a seat in the Senate of Canada but refused to move to Ottawa and letters patent were not issued. He was affiliated with the Liberal Party of Canada.
Young William was succeeding as a merchant at Milltown on the St. Croix River by the time he was age 22. He eventually became president of the St Croix and Penobscot Railroad and president of the St. Stephen Branch Railroad (which became the New Brunswick and Canada Railway). He was a founder and director of the St. Stephen's Bank in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, and was bank president from 1849 until 1873.
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Who was William Todd?
Canadian politician (1803-1873)
When was William Todd born?
William Todd was born on 10 July 1803 in North Yarmouth.
When did William Todd die?
William Todd died on 5 October 1873.
What was William Todd's occupation?
William Todd was a politician and businessperson.
What nationality was William Todd?
William Todd was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: William Todd (businessman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Todd. https://biography.guide/william-todd-politician/
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