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Adam Beck
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Sir Adam Beck (June 20, 1857 – August 15, 1925) was a Canadian politician and hydroelectricity advocate who founded the Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario.
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Quick Facts Sir Adam Beck, MPP ...
Sir Adam Beck | |
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MPP | |
In office 1923–1925 | |
Preceded by | Hugh Allan Stevenson |
Succeeded by | Riding abolished |
In office 1902–1919 | |
Preceded by | Francis Baxter Leys |
Succeeded by | Hugh Allan Stevenson |
Constituency | London |
Chairman of Ontario Hydro | |
In office 1906–1925 | |
Preceded by | none |
Personal details | |
Born | (1857-06-20)June 20, 1857 Baden, Canada West |
Died | August 15, 1925(1925-08-15) (aged 68) London, Ontario |
Resting place | Hamilton Cemetery |
Spouse | Lilian (Ottaway) Beck |
Cabinet | Minister Without Portfolio (1905-1914) |
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