Frank Smith (Canadian politician)
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Sir Frank Smith, PC (March 13, 1822 – January 17, 1901) was a Canadian businessman and senator.[1] He was born in County Armagh in Ireland and in 1832 came to Canada with his family and his father established a farm in Etobicoke.
Quick Facts The HonourableSir Frank Smith, Senator for Toronto, Ontario ...
Sir Frank Smith | |
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Senator for Toronto, Ontario | |
In office February 2, 1871 – January 17, 1901 | |
Appointed by | John A. Macdonald |
Personal details | |
Born | (1822-03-13)March 13, 1822 Richill, Armagh, Ireland |
Died | January 17, 1901(1901-01-17) (aged 78) Toronto, Ontario |
Political party | Conservative |
Spouse | Mary Theresa O'Higgins (1832–1896) |
Children | James Austin Smith (son) Hugh Harvey Smith(son) Marcella Clara Smith (daughter) Frances Anastasia Smith (daughter) Gertrude Anne Smith (daughter) |
Cabinet | Minister Without Portfolio (1882–1891 & 1892–1896) Minister of Public Works (1891–1892) Controller of Customs (Acting) (1896) |
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