About William Walter McDonald
Lived 1844 – 1929 (aged 84). William Walter McDonald was a Canadian politician, farmer and clerk.
William Walter McDonald (July 4, 1844 – June 20, 1929) was a politician from Northwest Territories, Canada who served as a member of the House of Commons of Canada from 1892 to 1896.
Background McDonald was born in Pigeon Hill, Canada East. He was elected to the House of Commons of Canada in a by-election on November 21, 1892. He was defeated by James Moffat Douglas from the Liberal Party of Canada in the 1896 Canadian federal election after serving just one partial term in office.
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Who was William Walter McDonald?
Canadian politician (1844-1929)
When was William Walter McDonald born?
William Walter McDonald was born on 4 July 1844.
When did William Walter McDonald die?
William Walter McDonald died on 20 June 1929.
What was William Walter McDonald's occupation?
William Walter McDonald was a politician, farmer and clerk.
What nationality was William Walter McDonald?
William Walter McDonald was Canadian.
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