William R. Howson
Canadian politician (1883–1952) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Robinson Howson (March 6, 1883 – June 25, 1952) was a politician, judge, debt collector, soldier, banker, and real estate agent from Alberta, Canada. He served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1930 to 1936 sitting with the Liberal caucus in opposition. He led the caucus and the party from 1932 to 1936.
Quick Facts Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Preceded by ...
William Robinson Howson | |
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Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta | |
In office June 19, 1930 – 1936 | |
Preceded by | David Duggan, Charles Gibbs, John Lymburn, Warren Prevey and Charles Weaver |
Succeeded by | Walter Morrish |
Constituency | Edmonton |
Leader of the Alberta Liberal Party | |
In office 1932 – March 2, 1936 | |
Preceded by | George Webster |
Succeeded by | Edward Gray |
Personal details | |
Born | March 6, 1883 (1883-03-06) Norwood, Ontario |
Died | June 25, 1952(1952-06-25) (aged 69) |
Political party | Liberal |
Occupation | politician, judge, debt collector, soldier banker and real estate agent |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Canada |
Branch/service | Royal Canadian Army |
Years of service | 1916–1918 |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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