George Muir (Canadian politician)
| George Robson Muir | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Lisgar | |
|
In office June 1957 – August 1970 | |
| Preceded by | William Albert Pommer |
| Succeeded by | Jack Murta |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
1 May 1903 Margaret, Manitoba |
| Died |
26 August 1970 (aged 67) Roland, Manitoba |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Spouse(s) | Emily Louise Lewarton[1] |
| Profession | farmer, seed grower |
George Robson Muir (1 May 1903 – 26 August 1970) was a Progressive Conservative party member of the Canadian House of Commons. He was born in Margaret, Manitoba and became a farmer and seed grower by career.
He was first elected at the Lisgar riding in the 1957 general election, then was re-elected there in 1958, 1962, 1963, 1965 and 1968. However, Muir died in office on 26 August 1970 before completing his term in the 28th Canadian Parliament.
Muir died at his Roland, Manitoba home on 26 August 1970 aged 67.[1]
References
- 1 2 The Canadian Press (28 August 1970). "George Muir / MP won seat in '57 election". The Globe and Mail. p. 3.
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