William Henry Corbett

William Henry Corbett (July 6, 1847[1] – November 25, 1941[2]) was a farmer and political figure in Manitoba. He represented Springfield from 1903 to 1907 in the Legislative Assembly of Manitoba as a Conservative.

He was born in Cavan, Ontario and came to Winnipeg in 1871. He settled in Springfield and served as reeve for the Rural Municipality of Springfield for 14 years.[2] Corbett married Jennie Wright.[1]

He died at home in Winnipeg.[2]

His son Albert also served in the Manitoba assembly.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 "William Henry Corbett (1847-1941)". Memorable Manitobans. Manitoba Historical Society. Retrieved 2012-11-18.
  2. 1 2 3 "W. Corbett, Manitoba Resident Since '71, Dies". The Winnipeg Evening Tribune. November 26, 1941. p. 13. Retrieved 2012-11-18.
  3. ↑ "Albert Harold “Bert” Corbett (1887-1983)". Memorable Manitobans. Manitoba Historical Society. Retrieved 2012-11-18.
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