Robert James Watson
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Robert James Watson (February 23, 1846 – October 16, 1931) was a Canadian politician.
Born in St. John, New Brunswick, he was educated at a Public School and Hamilton University. A farmer, he ran unsuccessfully in the Ontario riding of Muskoka and Parry Sound for the Canadian House of Commons in 1900. He was elected in the 1904 election for the riding of Parry Sound. A Liberal, he was defeated in 1908.
A Presbyterian, he married Carrie Schoby on April 23, 1878.
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Preceded by The electoral district was created in 1903. |
Member of Parliament for Parry Sound 1904–1908 |
Succeeded by James Arthurs |