Samuel Clarke (Canadian politician)
Samuel Clarke (July 29, 1853 – July 8, 1928) was a Canadian merchant and political figure. He represented Northumberland West in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1898 to 1926 as a Liberal member.
Samuel Clarke | |
|---|---|
| Ontario MPP | |
| In office 1898–1926 | |
| Preceded by | Corelli Collard Field |
| Succeeded by | Riding abolished |
| Constituency | Northumberland West |
| Mayor of Cobourg, Ontario | |
| In office 1887–1890 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 29, 1853 Brampton, Canada West |
| Died | July 8, 1928 (aged 74) Cobourg, Ontario |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Occupation | Businessman |
He was born in Brampton, Canada West, the son of Thomas Clarke. He was mayor of Cobourg from 1887 to 1890 Cobourg History - Mayors of Cobourg.
References
- "FamilySearch.org". FamilySearch. Retrieved 15 July 2023.
- "Sam Clarke Passes, Ending Long Career of Public Service: Widely Known Throughout Ontario as Veteran of Legislature, Beloved by Colleagues", Special Despatch to The Globe. The Globe (1844-1936) [Toronto, Ont] 10 July 1928: 2.
- Canadian Parliamentary Guide, 1916, EJ Chambers
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