Thomas Swinarton

Thomas Swinarton (May 21, 1821 - December 21, 1893) was an Ontario businessman and political figure. He represented Cardwell in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1867 to 1871 as a Conservative.

Thomas Swinarton
Ontario MPP
In office
1867–1871
Preceded byRiding established
Succeeded byGeorge McManus
ConstituencyCardwell
Personal details
Born(1821-05-21)May 21, 1821
County Down, Northern Ireland
DiedDecember 21, 1893(1893-12-21) (aged 72)
Bolton, Ontario
Political partyConservative
Spouse(s)
Eliza Parker
(m. 1846)
OccupationBusinessman

Swinarton came to Upper Canada from County Down, Ireland. He served as reeve of Albion Township for 9 years and lived in Coventry. He was also warden for Peel County in 1881. Swinarton operated a gristmill, carding mill and sawmill, as well as a tannery and general store. He defeated George McManus in 1867 when he was elected in Cardwell.

References

  • A History of Peel County to Mark its Centenary as a Separate County 1867-1967, for the Corporation of the County of Peel (1967)


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