William David Knowles
Canadian politician
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William David Knowles (16 February 1908 – 23 November 2000) was a Progressive Conservative party member of the House of Commons of Canada. He was born in Langton, Ontario and became a teacher by career.
Preceded byJack Roxburgh
Succeeded byDistrict abolished
Born16 February 1908
Langton, Ontario, Canada
Died23 November 2000 (aged 92)
William David Knowles | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Norfolk—Haldimand | |
| In office 25 June 1968 – 21 March 1979 | |
| Preceded by | Jack Roxburgh |
| Succeeded by | District abolished |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 16 February 1908 Langton, Ontario, Canada |
| Died | 23 November 2000 (aged 92) |
| Party | Progressive Conservative |
| Profession | Teacher |
He was first elected at the Norfolk—Haldimand riding in the 1968 general election, defeating Jack Roxburgh. He was re-elected there in the 1972 and 1974 federal elections and completed his term in the 30th Parliament before leaving federal political office.