James Regan (politician)

James Thomas Hammill Regan (June 29, 1855[1] 1927[2]) was a farmer, merchant and political figure in Ontario. He represented Wentworth South in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1911 to 1919 as a Conservative member.

James Regan
Ontario MPP
In office
1911–1919
Preceded byDaniel Reed
Succeeded byWilson A. Crockett
ConstituencyWentworth South
Personal details
Born(1855-06-29)June 29, 1855
Mimosa
DiedJuly 1, 1927(1927-07-01) (aged 72)
Political partyConservative
Spouse(s)Alferetta Templer (m. 1884)
Kate Alma Gabel (m. 1898)
OccupationFarmer

He was born in Chatham, the son of James Regan and Sarah Hammill, and was educated in Ancaster and Dundas. Regan was married twice: first to Alferetta Templer in 1884 and then to Kate Alma Gabel in 1898. He ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the assembly in 1905 and 1908.[1] Regan later served as sheriff for Wentworth County.[2]

References

  1. Chambers, Ernest J (1916). Canadian Parliamentary Guide 1916.
  2. Ancaster's Heritage. Ancaster Township Historical Society. 1973. pp. 26, 254.


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