Edward Michener
The Honourable Edward Michener | |
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Leader of the Official Opposition in Alberta | |
In office November 10, 1910 – April 5, 1917 | |
Preceded by | R. B. Bennett |
Succeeded by | George Hoadley |
Personal details | |
Born | Alberta Conservative Party 1910-1918 | August 18, 1869
Children | Roland Michener |
Occupation | politician, financial broker |
Edward Michener (August 18, 1869 – June 16, 1947) was a politician from Alberta, Canada. He served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta and senator from Alberta.
Early life
Edward Michener was born on August 18, 1867, to Jacob and Eliza Michener in
Tintern, Ontario. He was educated at St. Catharines Collegiate Institute and post-secondary studies at Victoria University, University of Toronto and Wesley College. He was married to Mary E. Roland on September 15, 1897, and together had four sons and four daughters.[1] Michener's son Roland Michener served as Governor General of Canada
.
Political life
Michener was acclaimed as mayor of Red Deer, District of Alberta, in the 1904 mayoral race. He held that position for two terms until 1906.
Michener was elected as an independent in the
crossed the floor to join the Conservatives. He became Leader of the Official Opposition
in Alberta and leader of the Alberta Conservative party.
Prime Minister Robert Borden advised the appointment of Michener to the Senate of Canada in 1918.[1]
Michener died on June 16, 1947, in Ottawa.[2]
References
- ^ OCLC 893686591. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
- ^ "Hon. E. Michener Dies in Ottawa". Calgary Herald. June 16, 1947. p. 1.