John Smith (Kent MPP)

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John Smith was an Ontario tanner and political figure. He represented Kent in the 1st Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Liberal member.

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He was born in England. Smith also served as mayor of Chatham.

Electoral history

1867 Ontario general election : Kent
PartyCandidateVotes%
Liberal John Smith 1,48651.14
Conservative Mr. McMichael1,42048.86
Total valid votes2,90677.99
Eligible voters3,726
Liberal pickup new district.
Source: Elections Ontario [1]
1871 Ontario general election : Kent
PartyCandidateVotes%±%
Liberal James Dawson 1,38253.55+2.41
Conservative John Smith 1,19946.452.41
Turnout2,58161.1516.84
Eligible voters4,221
Liberal hold Swing +2.41
Source: Elections Ontario [2]

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References

  1. "Data Explorer". Elections Ontario. 1867. Retrieved March 15, 2024.
  2. "Data Explorer". Elections Ontario. 1871. Retrieved March 31, 2024.