Henry Wilmot (politician)

Henry Wilmot (September 22, 1826 July 1, 1888)[1] was an Ontario farmer and political figure. He represented Frontenac in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1883 to 1888 as a Conservative member.

Henry Wilmot
Ontario MPP
In office
1883–1888
Preceded byDelino Dexter Calvin
Succeeded byHugh Smith
ConstituencyFrontenac
Personal details
Born(1826-09-22)September 22, 1826
Portland Township, Frontenac County, Upper Canada
DiedJuly 1, 1888(1888-07-01) (aged 61)
Toronto, Ontario
Political partyConservative
OccupationFarmer

He was born in Pittsburg Township, Frontenac County, Upper Canada in 1826, the son of John Wilmot. He married Anne Graham in 1850. He worked in the timber trade before becoming a farmer. Wilmot served as reeve for Pittsburg and warden for Frontenac County. He also commanded the Kingston Field Battery. He was involved in the construction of the Kingston and Gananoque road. He died in office in 1888.


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