James McMonies

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James McMonies  Source: Library and Archives Canada
James McMonies
Source: Library and Archives Canada

James McMonies (1800January 12, 1888) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Wentworth North in the 1st Canadian Parliament as a Liberal member.

He was born in Kirkcudbright, Scotland in 1800. McMonies owned a farm and operated a sawmill near the town of Waterdown. He also served as reeve of West Flamborough. McMonies represented the North riding of Wentworth in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1865 to Confederation.

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