Richard Langton Baker

Richard Langton Baker (May 14, 1870 – January 3, 1951) was a Canadian politician. Born in Strathroy, Ontario, Canada, Baker was elected to the House of Commons of Canada in 1925 as a Member of the historical Conservative Party in the riding of Toronto Northeast. He was defeated in the same riding in 1926, but, won again in 1930. He was elected in the riding of Eglinton in 1935 and defeated in 1940 as a member of the National Government coalition.

Richard Langton Baker
Member of Parliament for Toronto Northeast
In office 1925–1926
Preceded by	riding was created in 1924 from parts of Toronto North and York South
Succeeded by	Newton Manly Young
Member of Parliament for Eglinton
In office 1930–1935
Preceded by	Newton Manly Young
Succeeded by	electoral district was abolished in 1933 when it was redistributed between Eglinton, Rosedale, Spadina and St. Paul's
In office 1935–1940
Preceded by	riding was created in 1933 from parts of Toronto Northeast riding
Succeeded by	Frederick George Hoblitzell
Personal details
Born	May 14, 1870 Strathroy, Ontario, Canada
Died	January 3, 1951
Political party	Conservative
Profession	manufacturer