John A. Dewar

John Alexander Dewar (February 7, 1863 – after 1923) was a farmer and political figure on Prince Edward Island. He represented 3rd Kings in the Legislative Assembly of Prince Edward Island from 1912 to 1917 as a Conservative. Following several votes against his party in the 38th General Assembly, Dewar lost the Conservative nomination in his district. He ran and won re-election as an Independent the 1919 election, but was unable to win in 1923.[1]

He was the son of Robert Dewar and Jessie Dewar. In 1908, he married Laura McPhee. Dewar was a director and vice-president of the provincial Dairyman's Association.

His brother George F. Dewar also served in the provincial assembly, as did his son Lloyd George Dewar.

References

  1. ↑ "John Alexander Dewar". Prince Edward Island Legislative Documents Online.


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