George Jervis Goodhue, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

George Jervis Goodhue

Canadian politician

Date of Birth: 01-Aug-1799

Place of Birth: Putney, Vermont, United States

Date of Death: 11-Jan-1870

Profession: politician

Nationality: Canada

Zodiac Sign: Leo

George Jervis Goodhue (1 August 1799 – 11 January 1870) was a Canadian merchant, landowner, and politician. Born in Putney, Vermont, the son of Josiah Goodhue and Rachel Burr, Goodhue came to Canada in 1820.
A merchant in London, Ontario, he owned a store, distillery and ashery.
He was elected to Township of London Council in 1838.
He was appointed to the Legislative Council of Canada in 1842 representing Kent Division and held the office until Confederation in 1867. His brother Charles Frederick Henry served in the Lower Canada legislative assembly.