William Smith (Newfoundland politician)

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William Joseph Smith
MHA for St. Barbe South
In office
1962–1965
Succeeded byGerald Myrden
Personal details
Born1910
Brigus, Newfoundland
Died (aged 55)
Corner Brook, Newfoundland
Political partyProgressive Conservative Party of Newfoundland and Labrador
OccupationLawyer

William Joseph Smith (1910 – August 4, 1965) was a Canadian lawyer, politician, and member of the Newfoundland Ranger Force.

Life and career

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As a young man, Smith worked for his family's business before becoming Newfoundland Ranger #56, where he served for over 11 years. From July 1937 to September 1948, he attended Dalhouise Law School in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he earned the Smith Shield for his performance in moot court.

After graduating, Smith articled with R.A. Parsons in St. John's, then joined the legal practice of L. Whelan in Corner Brook. He practiced as a partner at Barry and Smith from 1954–1964.

He served in the Newfoundland House of Assembly representing St. Barbe from 1962 until his death from heart failure in 1965, at the age of 55.[1][2]

References

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  1. ^ Saywell, John T. (11 September 1966). "Canadian Annual Review of Politics and Public Affairs". University of Toronto Press. Retrieved 11 September 2018 – via Google Books.
  2. ^ "The Brandon Sun from Brandon, on August 5, 1965 · Page 11". The Brandon Sun. Retrieved 11 September 2018.