John Adolphus Beckwith, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Canadian politician
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Place of Birth: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
About John Adolphus Beckwith
- John Adolphus Beckwith (1 December 1800 – 23 November 1880) was a Canadian politician. Born in Fredericton, New Brunswick, one of six children of Nehemiah Beckwith and Julie-Louise, Beckwith was a professional surveyor and engineer.
- He was mayor of Fredericton in 1863 and 1864.
- He was elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick in 1866.
- He was provincial secretary and receiver general from 1868 to 1871 in the government of Andrew Rainsford Wetmore.
- In 1874, he was appointed to the Legislative Council of New Brunswick.
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