George Graham Johnston (April 15, 1882 – May 29, 1960) was a politician in Ontario, Canada. He was a Progressive Conservative member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1943 to 1960 who represented the riding of Simcoe Centre.
George Graham Johnston | |
|---|---|
| Ontario MPP | |
| In office 1943–1960 | |
| Preceded by | Duncan McArthur |
| Succeeded by | Art Evans |
| Constituency | Simcoe Centre |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 15, 1882 Minesing, Ontario |
| Died | May 29, 1960 (aged 78) Barrie, Ontario |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Spouse | Alice Mary Young |
| Occupation | Manufacturer |
Background edit
Johnston was born in Minesing, Ontario, he was a manufacturer.[1] Johnston died in office in 1960 from a heart attack.[2]
Politics edit
Johnston ran as the Progressive Conservative candidate in the 1943 Ontario general election. He defeated Liberal O.E. Todd by 584 votes.[3] He was re-elected five times before his death in 1960.
References edit
- ^ Pierre G. Normandin (1965). Canadian Parliamentary Guide.
- ^ "Simcoe' s MPP Founded Firm, Aided Education, Johnston, George G". The Globe and Mail. May 30, 1960. p. 8.
- ^ Canadian Press (August 5, 1943). "Ontario Election Results". The Gazette. Montreal. p. 12.