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William Macdonald
d. 1916
A Scottish-born merchant who became an early civic leader in Victoria, British Columbia, he played a visible role in the city’s growth during the colony and early provincial years. He served as mayor twice and later represented Victoria in the British Columbia legislature.
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Makers of Modern Agriculture
by William Macdonald
About the author
Born on November 29, 1832, in Glasgow, Scotland, he came to Vancouver Island in the early 1850s and built a career in business in Victoria. Over time he became well known in public life as both a merchant and a local political figure.
He served as mayor of Victoria from 1866 to 1867 and again in 1871, years when the city was still taking shape. Later, he represented Victoria in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, serving from 1868 to 1871 and again from 1875 to 1878.
He died on October 25, 1916. Though not primarily remembered as a literary figure, he remains part of the story of early British Columbia through his work in commerce and public office.