John Robbins Sanborn

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John Robbins Sanborn (1839 January 13, 1914) was a farmer and political figure in Quebec. He represented Shefford from 1891 to 1896 as a Liberal member.

He was born in South Roxton, Lower Canada, the son of A. Sanborn who came to Lower Canada from New Hampshire, and was educated in Granby. He married Malvina Blampin. Sanborn served on the council for South Roxton. He was also a school commissioner, president of the Agricultural Society, vice-president of the Dairy Association and a director of the Fruit Grower's Association.

Electoral record

1891 Canadian federal election : Shefford
PartyCandidateVotes%±%
Liberal J. R. Sanborn 1,79252.60
Conservative A.C. Savage1,61547.40-3.07
Total valid votes3,407 100.00

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Parliament of Canada
Preceded by Member of Parliament for Shefford
1891–1896
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