James Regan (politician)
Canadian politician
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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 by | Daniel Reed |
| Succeeded by | Wilson A. Crockett |
| Constituency | Wentworth South |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 29, 1855 |
| Died | July 1, 1927 (aged 72) |
| Party | Conservative |
| Spouse(s) | Alferetta Templer (m. 1884) Kate Alma Gabel (m. 1898) |
| Occupation | Farmer |
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]
