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James Ironside Davidson

James Ironside Davidson

Scottish-born Canadian politician and farmer

James Ironside Davidson (June 8, 1818 – February 15, 1902) was a Scottish-born farmer and political figure in Ontario, Canada. He represented Ontario South in the House of Commons of Canada from 1891 to 1892 as a Liberal member.

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Biography

He was born in Monquhitter, Aberdeenshire on June 8, 1818.[1] In 1841, he married Barbara Hendry. Davidson was president of the Ontario Central Agricultural Association for two years. He defeated William Smith in the 1891 federal election; however, his election was declared void and Smith won the 1892 by-election by acclamation.

He died at his home near Balsam Lake on February 15, 1902.[2][3]

More information 1891 Canadian federal election: South riding of Ontario, Party ...

References

  1. [1]
    Gemmill, J. A., ed. (1891). The Canadian Parliamentary Companion. Ottawa: J. Durie & Son. p. 121. Retrieved August 18, 2023 – via Canadiana.org.
  2. [2]
    Wentworth, Edward N. (1920). A Biographical Catalog of the Portrait Gallery of the Saddle and Sirloin Club. Chicago: Union Stock Yards. p. 303. Retrieved August 18, 2023 – via Internet Archive.
  3. [3]
    "Death of Mr. James I. Davidson". The Homestead. Des Moines, Iowa. February 20, 1902. p. 3. Retrieved August 18, 2023 – via NewspaperArchive.


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