Eric Cook
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Eric Cook (26 July 1909 ā 23 August 1986) was a Canadian politician.
Quick Facts The Honourable, Senator for St. John's East, Newfoundland and Labrador ...
Eric Cook | |
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Senator for St. John's East, Newfoundland and Labrador | |
In office 1964ā1984 | |
Appointed by | Lester B. Pearson |
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Born | (1909-07-26)26 July 1909 St. John's, Newfoundland |
Died | 23 August 1986(1986-08-23) (aged 77) |
Nationality | Newfoundlander, Canadian |
Political party | Liberal (1964 - 1982) |
Other political affiliations | Independent (1982 - 1984) |
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Born in St. John's, Newfoundland, he was a lawyer, businessman and a city councillor in St. John's. He was also the president of the Newfoundland Liberal party. He was summoned to the Senate of Canada in 1964 representing the senatorial division of St. John's East, Newfoundland and Labrador. He sat a member of the Liberal caucus until 1982 when he resigned and sat as an Independent.