William Wallace
Canadian politician
Died when: 67 years 205 days (810 months)Star Sign: Aquarius
William Wallace (February 4, 1820 – August 28, 1887) was a Canadian journalist and political figure.He represented Norfolk South in the House of Commons of Canada from 1872 to 1882 as a Conservative member.
He was born near Galston, Ayrshire, Scotland, the son of John Wallace, and came to Canada around 1840.Wallace settled at Simcoe, Ontario and established a newspaper there, the British Canadian, as well as operating a printing business.
He also opened a bookstore and occupied various posts associated with railways.Wallace served on the school board for Simcoe and also served as reeve, mayor and as a member of the council for Norfolk County.
In 1852, he married Mary Ann Kent.He did not run in the 1874 general election but won a by-election later that same year after the election was appealed.
Wallace was defeated in 1882.
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