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Robert James Watson
Robert James Watson (February 23, 1846 – October 16, 1931) was a Canadian politician.
Robert James Watson | |
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Member of the Canadian Parliament for Parry Sound | |
In office 1904–1908 | |
Preceded by | District was created in 1903 |
Succeeded by | James Arthurs |
Personal details | |
Born | Saint John, New Brunswick | February 23, 1846
Died | October 16, 1931 | (aged 85)
Political party | Liberal |
Born in Saint John, New Brunswick, he was educated at a Public School and Hamilton University. A farmer, he ran unsuccessfully in the Ontario riding of Muskoka and Parry Sound for the House of Commons of Canada in 1900. He was elected in the 1904 election for the riding of Parry Sound. A Liberal, he was defeated in 1908.
A Presbyterian, he married Carrie Schoby on April 23, 1878.
References edit
- The Canadian Parliament; biographical sketches and photo-engravures of the senators and members of the House of Commons of Canada. Being the tenth Parliament, elected November 3, 1904
External links edit
- Robert James Watson – Parliament of Canada biography