James McKenzie (Manitoba politician) explained

James McKenzie (April 23, 1854  - February 12, 1936) was a farmer and political figure in Manitoba. He represented Lakeside from 1896 to 1903 in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba as a Liberal.

Background

McKenzie was born in Aberfoyle, Wellington County, Canada West, the son of Kenneth McKenzie and Jane Condy, both natives of Scotland. In 1895, McKenzie married Mary S. Hill. He was elected to the Manitoba assembly in an 1896 by-election held after John Gunion Rutherford resigned his seat.[1]

McKenzie's Passing

McKenzie died in Brandon at the age of 81.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Magurn, Arnott J . The Parliamentary guide and work of general reference 1898-9: for Canada ... . 231 . 1898 . 2012-11-06.
  2. Web site: James McKenzie (1854-1936) . Memorable Manitobans . Manitoba Historical Society . 2012-11-06.