William Blackwood Beveridge, Date of Birth, Date of Death
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Canadian politician
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About William Blackwood Beveridge
- William Blackwood Beveridge (December 16, 1835 – April 13, 1890 ) was a merchant and political figure in New Brunswick.
- He represented Victoria County in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1874 to 1882 as a Liberal-Conservative member. He was born in Perth, Victoria County, New Brunswick, the son of Benjamin Beveridge and Joanna Taylor, and was educated at Mount Allison College.
- He worked in his father's store, later taking over the business, and also entered the lumber trade with his brother Henry Douglas.
- In 1862, he married Jane Elizabeth Stevens.
- Beveridge was postmaster at Andover, also serving as justice of the peace and as major in the local militia.
- In 1867, he ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the House of Commons.
- He was a member of the Masonic lodge.
- In 1882, he was named to the Legislative Council.
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