Thomas Dickie

Thomas Dickie (October 24, 1860[1] – December 16, 1935[2]) was a journalist, lawyer and political figure in Manitoba. He represented Avondale from 1896 to 1899 in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba as a Liberal.

He was born at Puslinch Lake, Wellington County, Canada West, the son of James Dickie, a native of Scotland, and Elizabeth Stewart. Dickie was educated locally, in Guelph and in St. Catharines. He was a publisher and editor and also served as a justice of the peace. In 1892, Dickie married Sarah J. Griffiths, a widow.[1] He trained as a lawyer and, after leaving politics, practised law in Winnipeg. Around 1911, Dickie moved to Vancouver, British Columbia.[3]

He died in Vancouver at the age of 75.[2]

References
  1. Magurn, Arnott J (1898). The Parliamentary guide and work of general reference 1898-9: for Canada ... p. 229. Retrieved 2012-11-06.
  2. "Vital Event Death Registration". BC Archives. Retrieved 2012-11-06.
  3. "Thomas Dickie (1860-1935)". Memorable Manitobans. Manitoba Historical Society. Retrieved 2012-11-06.


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