Simon Morris (politician)

Simon Morris (ca 1780 – 1857) was an Irish-born politician in Newfoundland. He represented Placentia and St. Mary's in the Newfoundland House of Assembly from 1842 to 1848.[1]

He was born in Waterford and came to Newfoundland in 1828 to join his brother Patrick, who was operating a trading firm. Morris also worked as cashier (general manager) for the Newfoundland Savings Bank.[1]

His son Edward served in the Newfoundland legislative council.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Morris, Simon". Encyclopedia of Newfoundland and Labrador. p. 627.


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