Robert John Woods, Date of Birth, Date of Death

Robert John Woods

Canadian politician

Date of Birth: 07-Jan-1859

Date of Death: 19-Jun-1944

Profession: politician

Nationality: Canada

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Robert John Woods (January 7, 1859 – June 19, 1944) was an Ontario farmer and political figure.
He represented Dufferin in the House of Commons of Canada as a Progressive member from 1921 to 1925. He was born in Gorrie, Huron County, Canada West and later moved to Carrick Township in Bruce County with his family.
He purchased a farm in Melancthon Township in Dufferin County, where he served on the township council and later became reeve.
Woods ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the provincial assembly in 1907 and 1908.
He was defeated in his bid for reelection in 1925.
In 1937, he moved near Guelph.