John Gray (Ontario politician)

John Gray (January 5, 1837 – February 14, 1917) was an Ontario horticulturalist and political figure. He represented York West in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Conservative member from 1883 to 1886.

Lieutenant Colonel
John Gray
Ontario MPP
In office
1883–1886
Preceded byPeter Patterson
Succeeded byJohn Gilmour
ConstituencyYork West
Personal details
Born(1837-01-05)January 5, 1837
York County, Canada West
DiedFebruary 14, 1917(1917-02-14) (aged 80)
Toronto, Ontario
Political partyConservative
SpouseCatherine Calverley

He was born in York County, Ontario in 1837, the son of John Gray, an Irish immigrant. He married Catherine Calverley in 1861. Gray served as a major in the militia, commanding the Toronto Field Battery. He was reeve for Parkdale from 1879 to 1881 and was also a member of the local Masonic lodge.

He died February 14, 1917.[1]

References

  1. "LT.-COL. JOHN GRAY DIES AT AGE OF 80: PROMINENT IN MILITARY CIRCLES--ONCE M.P.P. FOR WEST YORK". The Globe. Toronto. 15 February 1917. p. 6. ProQuest 1354391876.


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