Gus Harris
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Augustus Vincent Patrick Harris (July 1908 – February 20, 2000) was a Canadian politician. He was born in Liverpool, Lancashire, England. He was the mayor of Scarborough, Ontario from 1978 to 1988. Although he was a relatively conservative, pro-development mayor, Harris's political roots were in the labour movement, the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation and the New Democratic Party. He was a long-time socialist and pacifist who was a conscientious objector during World War II.[1]
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Gus Harris | |
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5th Mayor of Scarborough, Ontario | |
In office 1978–1988 | |
Preceded by | Ken Morrish, interim |
Succeeded by | Joyce Trimmer |
31st Reeve of Scarborough, Ontario | |
In office 1956–1957 | |
Preceded by | Oliver E. Crockford |
Succeeded by | Albert Campbell |
Personal details | |
Born | Augustus Vincent Patrick Harris[1] July 1908 Liverpool, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom |
Died | February 20, 2000(2000-02-20) (aged 91) Scarborough, Ontario, Canada |
Nationality | Canadian |
Political party | Co-operative Commonwealth Federation, New Democratic Party |
Spouse | Anna |
Children | 3 daughters, 2 sons |
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