James Davis Taylor (September 2, 1863 – May 11, 1941) was a Canadian publisher, journalist, soldier and Conservative politician. As a member of the Ottawa Sharpshooters, Taylor was involved in resisting the 1885 North-West Rebellion. As a lieutenant colonel during World War I he commanded the 131st Battalion overseas.
James Davis Taylor | |
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Member of the Canadian Parliament for New Westminster | |
In office 1908–1917 | |
Preceded by | James Buckham Kennedy |
Succeeded by | William Garland McQuarrie |
Senator for New Westminster, British Columbia | |
In office 1917–1941 | |
Appointed by | Robert Borden |
Personal details | |
Born | Abenaqui Mills, Canada East | September 2, 1863
Died | May 11, 1941 77) | (aged
Political party | Conservative |
Taylor was MP for New Westminster from 1908 until 1917. Davis was then appointed to the Senate where he served until his death.
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