Hugh Powell Crosby

Hugh Powell Crosby (January 29, 1829 January 8, 1905) was an Ontario political figure. He represented York East in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario as a Liberal member from 1867 to 1874.

Hugh Powell Crosby
Member of Provincial Parliament
In office
1867–1874
Preceded byRiding established
Succeeded byJohn Lane
ConstituencyYork East
Personal details
Born(1829-01-29)January 29, 1829
Markham, Upper Canada
DiedJanuary 8, 1905(1905-01-08) (aged 75)
Political partyLiberal
Spouse(s)Harriet N. White

He was born in Markham in Upper Canada in 1829 to Chauncey Crosby and Polly Detweiler (Miller) Crosby and educated there. He served as clerk and treasurer of Markham for 10 years. He was also captain in the local militia. He married Harriet N. White (1934 - 1908). They had a daughter Mary Gertrude Crosby (1869–1941) who married John Crosby Jenkins.

References

  • Picture source: Library and Archives Canada


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