Fred Dixon (politician)
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Frederick John (Fred) Dixon (January 20, 1881 – March 18, 1931) was a Manitoba politician, and was for several years the dominant figure in the province's mainstream labour and Henry George Single Tax Georgist movements.[1][2] A proponent of proportional representation, he also served as an MLA in the Manitoba Legislature from 1914 to 1923.[3]
Quick Facts Leader of the Independent Labour Party of Manitoba, Preceded by ...
Fred Dixon | |
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Leader of the Independent Labour Party of Manitoba | |
In office December 1920 – 1923 | |
Preceded by | Office established |
Succeeded by | John Queen |
Member of the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba for Winnipeg | |
In office June 29, 1920 – 1923 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1881-01-20)January 20, 1881 Berkshire, England |
Died | March 18, 1931(1931-03-18) (aged 50) Winnipeg, Manitoba |
Cause of death | Cancer |
Political party | Independent Labour Party of Manitoba |
Other political affiliations | Independent Progressive |
Spouse | Winona Margaret Flett |
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