Alexander James Anderson

For other people named Alexander Anderson, see Alexander Anderson (disambiguation).

Alexander James Anderson
Member of Parliament
for High Park
In office
1935–1945
Preceded byriding created
Succeeded byWilliam Alexander McMaster
Member of Parliament
for Toronto—High Park
In office
1925–1935
Preceded byriding created
Succeeded byriding abolished
Personal details
Born(1863-07-01)July 1, 1863
Adelaide, Canada West
DiedJune 3, 1946(1946-06-03) (aged 82)
Toronto
PartyConservative
Professionbarrister, lawyer

Alexander James Anderson (July 1, 1863 – June 3, 1946) was a Canadian politician, barrister and lawyer. He was elected to the House of Commons of Canada as a member of the historical Conservative Party in 1925 representing Toronto—High Park where he was re-elected in 1926 and in 1930. He was also re-elected in the new riding of High Park in 1935 and 1940. He suffered a stroke in December 1944, and died on June 3, 1946 in Toronto.[1]

References

  1. ^ "A. J. Anderson: High Park MP For 19 Years; Law Firm Head". The Globe and Mail. June 4, 1946. p. 4. ProQuest 1313778586.


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