David Lewis Macpherson
Sir David Lewis Macpherson, KCMG PC (September 12, 1818 – August 16, 1896) was a Canadian businessman and political figure. He was a member of the Senate of Canada from 1867 to 1896. He was knighted for his service to the country in 1884.
The Honourable Sir David Lewis Macpherson | |
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| Senator for Saugeen, Ontario | |
| In office October 23, 1867 – August 16, 1896 | |
| Appointed by | Royal Proclamation |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 12, 1818 Castle Leathers in Inverness parish, Scotland |
| Died | August 16, 1896 (aged 77) at sea en route to Canada |
| Political party | Conservative |
| Cabinet | Minister Without Portfolio (1880–1883) Minister of the Interior (1883–1885) |
| Portfolio | Speaker of the Senate (February 1880 & April 1880 – October 1883) |
| Military Service | |
| Allegiance | Lower Canada |
| Service/ | Canadian Militia |
| Years of service | 1838 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Montreal Light Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Lower Canada Rebellion |
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