John Abbott (Newfoundland politician)

John Abbott (1874 after 1930) was a fisherman and political figure in Newfoundland. He represented Bonavista Bay in the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly from 1913 to 1923.

John Abbott
Born
1874

DiedAfter 1930
Occupation
Known forPolitical activity

He was born in Bonavista and educated at the Methodist School there. After completing his education, Abbott became a fisherman like his father. In 1909, he joined the Fishermen's Protective Union. In 1913, he became manager of the Union Trading Company store in Bonavista. Abbott retired from politics in 1923 and was named a customs collector. In 1930, he became a justice of the peace.

References

  • Smallwood, Joseph R (1981). Encyclopedia of Newfoundland and Labrador. v. 1. p. 2. ISBN 0-920508-14-6.


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