John Simpson (Niagara politician)
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John Simpson (Niagara politician)
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John Simpson was a businessman and political figure in Canada West. He was born in Helmsley, Yorkshire, England in 1807 and came to Niagara in Upper Canada in 1835 where he entered business as a bookseller. With George Menzies as a partner, he began publishing the Niagara Chronicle in 1837. He also published some other works, including The Canadian mercantile almanack, and became sole owner of the newspaper in 1839. He took on other business interests and also served as customs collector at Niag
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2006-07-03T10:00:24Z
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2024-09-05T00:31:15Z
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