William Henry Corbett

William Henry Corbett (July 6, 1847[1] – November 25, 1941[2]) was a farmer and political figure in Manitoba. He represented Springfield from 1903 to 1907 in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba as a Conservative.

William Henry Corbett
BornJuly 6, 1847
Cavan, Ontario, Canada
DiedNovember 25, 1941(1941-11-25) (aged 94)
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Occupation(s)farmer, politician

Early life and career

He was born in Cavan, Ontario and came to Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1871. He settled in Springfield and served as reeve for the Rural Municipality of Springfield for 14 years.[2] Corbett married Jennie Wright.[1]

Death

He died at home in Winnipeg in 1941.[2]

Personal life

His son Albert also served in the Manitoba assembly.[3]

References
  1. "William Henry Corbett (1847–1941)". Memorable Manitobans. Manitoba Historical Society. Archived from the original on April 4, 2013. Retrieved November 18, 2012.
  2. "W. Corbett, Manitoba Resident Since '71, Dies". The Winnipeg Evening Tribune. November 26, 1941. p. 13. Retrieved November 18, 2012.
  3. "Albert Harold "Bert" Corbett (1887–1983)". Memorable Manitobans. Manitoba Historical Society. Archived from the original on April 4, 2013. Retrieved November 18, 2012.


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