James Scott Howard
First postmaster in Toronto (1798–1866) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Scott Howard (September 2, 1798 – March 1, 1866) was a public servant in Canada West. He served as postmaster in the Town of York and later was the first postmaster in the newly formed City of Toronto government. He lost his position during the Upper Canada Rebellion in 1837.
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James Scott Howard | |
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Postmaster for Town of York; first postmaster in the new City of Toronto government | |
In office July 2, 1828 (1828-07-02) – December 13, 1837 | |
Monarchs | George IV, William IV |
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Born | (1798-09-02)September 2, 1798 Bandon, County Cork, Republic of Ireland |
Died | March 1, 1866(1866-03-01) (aged 67) Toronto, Canada West |
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