George Graham Johnston
| George Graham Johnston | |
|---|---|
| Ontario MPP | |
|
In office 1943–1960 | |
| Preceded by | Duncan McArthur |
| Succeeded by | Art Evans |
| Constituency | Simcoe Centre |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
April 15, 1882 Minesing, Ontario |
| Died |
May 29, 1960 (aged 78) Barrie, Ontario |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Spouse(s) | Alice Mary Young |
| Occupation | Manufacturer |
George Graham Johnston (April 15, 1882 – May 29, 1960) was a politician in Ontario, Canada. He was a Progressive Conservative member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1943 to 1960 who represented the riding of Simcoe Centre.
Background
Johnston was born in Minesing, Ontario, he was a manufacturer.[1] Johnston died in office in 1960 from a heart attack.[2]
Politics
Johnston ran as the Progressive Conservative candidate in the Ontario general election, 1943. He defeated Liberal O.E. Todd by 523 votes.[3] He was re-elected five times before his death in 1960.
References
- ↑ Pierre G. Normandin (1965). Canadian Parliamentary Guide.
- ↑ "Simcoe' s MPP Founded Firm, Aided Education, Johnston, George G". The Globe and Mail. May 30, 1960. p. 8.
- ↑ Canadian Press (August 5, 1943). "Ontario Election Results". The Gazette. Montreal. p. 12.
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