Richard Cunningham (politician)
| Richard Cunningham | |
|---|---|
| MLA for Yarmouth township | |
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In office 1779–1783 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
September 14, 1748 Roscommon, Ireland |
| Died |
October 20, 1823 (aged 75) Antigonish Harbour, Nova Scotia |
| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Day |
| Occupation | Politician |
Richard Cunningham (September 14, 1748 – October 20, 1823) was an Irish-born farmer and political figure in Nova Scotia. He represented Yarmouth township in the Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia from 1779 to 1783.
He was born in Roscommon. He married Elizabeth, the daughter of John Day, in 1775. He was elected to the assembly in a 1779 by-election held after James Monk left the province. Cunningham was named clerk for the assembly in 1783. He served as a justice of the peace for Hants County. Cunningham died in Antigonish Harbour at the age of 75.
His brother John and his son John also served in the assembly.
References
- Public Archives of Nova Scotia (1984). Elliott, Shirley B, ed. The Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia, 1758-1983: A biographical directory. Province of Nova Scotia. ISBN 0-88871-050-X.
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