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James McMonies
Canadian politician and businessman From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James McMonies (1800 – January 12, 1888) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Wentworth North in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Liberal member.[1]
Source: Library and Archives Canada
He was born in Kirkcudbright, Scotland in 1800.[1] McMonies owned a farm and operated a sawmill near the town of Waterdown.[2] He also served as reeve of East Flamborough. McMonies represented the North riding of Wentworth in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1865 to Confederation, being elected in a by-election held following the death of William Notman.[3] In 1865, he was named clerk in the 3rd Division Court, Wentworth County. He died in Waterdown at the age of 88.[4]
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