James Brien
Canadian politician (1848–1907)
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James Brien (February 4, 1848 — August 10, 1907) was a politician and physician. He was elected to the House of Commons of Canada in the 1887 election as a Member of the Liberal Party to represent the riding of Essex South. After his federal political career, he became mayor of Essex Centre, Ontario, in 1895 for a term of eight years where he also served as a reeve and a councillor for three years. His cousin, John Wesley Brien, was also a Member of the Canadian House of Commons.
Preceded byLewis Wigle
Succeeded byHenry William Allan
BornFebruary 4, 1848
DiedAugust 10, 1907 (aged 59)
James Brien | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Canadian Parliament for Essex South | |
| In office 1887–1891 | |
| Preceded by | Lewis Wigle |
| Succeeded by | Henry William Allan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 4, 1848 |
| Died | August 10, 1907 (aged 59) |
| Party | Liberal |
| Occupation | physician |