James Porter (New Brunswick politician)
| James Porter | |
|---|---|
| MLA for Victoria County | |
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In office 1889 to 1892 1896 to 1903 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
November 6, 1846 New Brunswick, Canada |
| Died |
September 12, 1926 (aged 79) Andover, New Brunswick |
| Political party | Liberal Party of New Brunswick |
James E. Porter (November 6, 1846 – September 12, 1926) was a farmer, miller and political figure in New Brunswick, Canada. He represented Victoria County in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1889 to 1892 and from 1896 to 1903 as a Liberal member.
He was the son of John Porter, an early settler on the Upper Saint John River, and was educated at Presque Isle, Maine. Porter married Alma J. Watson. He served on the municipal council for 24 years and as county warden for 10 years. He ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the provincial assembly in 1886, was elected in 1889 and did not run in 1892. He died in Andover, New Brunswick in 1926.[1]
References
- ↑ http://archives.gnb.ca/Search/VISSE/141C5.aspx?culture=en-CA&guid=8a7a95b1-4bb6-41dd-ade6-e38c0a58eb42
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