Robert Wilkes
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Robert Wilkes
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Robert Wilkes was an Irish-Canadian politician and businessman. Born in Tullaghan, County Leitrim, Ireland, Wilkes came to Toronto from his native Ireland at sixteen, working as a clerk before buying a jewelry firm, Rossin Brothers, which he expanded into a cross-country operation. He later invested in railroads, and in 1871 he was appointed director of the Canadian Bank of Commerce. In 1872 he was elected Member of Parliament for Toronto Centre, as a Liberal. The election was regarded by observ
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Canadian politician
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2024-03-31T19:45:05Z
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