William Morgan (Canadian politician)

William Morgan (December 8, 1848 – January 18, 1903) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Norfolk South in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1879 to 1890 as a Conservative member.

William Morgan
Ontario MPP
In office
1879–1890
Preceded byRichard Richardson
Succeeded byWilliam Andrew Charlton
ConstituencyNorfolk South
Personal details
Born(1848-12-08)December 8, 1848
Stirling, Hastings County, Canada West
DiedJanuary 18, 1903(1903-01-18) (aged 54)
Political partyConservative
OccupationBusinessman

He was born in Stirling, Hastings County, Canada West in 1848, the son of John Dwyer Morgan who came to Upper Canada from Wales. He entered business as a merchant in Walsingham Centre, moving for a while to Port Rowan before returning. In 1882, he began manufacturing paints. Morgan served as reeve for Walsingham Township. He also commanded a militia battalion and was a member of the local Freemason lodge. Morgan was an agent for a telegraph company and served as postmaster.

Electoral history

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1879 Ontario general election: Norfolk South
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Conservative William Morgan 1,386 50.36 −7.91
Liberal Mr. Austin 1,366 49.64  
Total valid votes 2,752 76.23 +11.52
Eligible voters 3,610
Conservative hold Swing −7.91
Source: Elections Ontario[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Data Explorer". Elections Ontario. 1879. Retrieved April 19, 2024.
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