William C. Winsor
William Charles Winsor (September 12, 1876 – May 7, 1963)
He was born in Swain's Island on Bonavista Bay, the son of William Winsor and Emma Whiteway, and was educated in Wesleyville. Winsor married Josephine, the daughter of Samuel Blandford. He commanded schooners employed in the Labrador and seal fisheries. Winsor was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1913, 1919, 1923 and 1928. He served in the Executive Council as Minister of Marine and Fisheries and then again later as Minister of Posts and Telegraphs. After leaving politics, Winsor continued to work as a mariner until the age of 77.[2] He died in St. John's at the age of 86.[1]
References
- ^ a b "Members of the Legislature, 1932-1933" (PDF). Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly.
- ^ ISBN 0-9693422-5-X.