Stanley John Squire
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Stanley John Squire (November 24, 1915 – June 7, 1998) was a machinist and political figure in British Columbia.[1] He represented Alberni in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia from 1952 to 1966 as a Co-operative Commonwealth Federation and then New Democratic Party member.
Stanley John Squire | |
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| MLA for Alberni | |
| In office 1952–1966 | |
| Preceded by | James Mowat |
| Succeeded by | Howard Richmond McDiarmid |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 24, 1915 Nanaimo, British Columbia |
| Died | June 7, 1998 (aged 82) Nanaimo, British Columbia |
| Political party | Co-operative Commonwealth Federation |
He was born in Nanaimo, British Columbia in 1915[2][3] and was educated there. In 1937, Squire married Frances Patricia Degnan. He served as an alderman for Port Alberni.[3] Squire was defeated when he ran for reelection in 1966 and 1969.[4] After leaving politics, he served as business agent for the International Woodworkers of America local.[5] He died in 1998.[6]
A bursary is awarded in his name by the Port Alberni & District Labour Council.[7]
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