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1923-1934, predominant 1923-1924 (Creation)
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- Black, William Anderson, 1847-1934
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3 cm of textual records
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William Anderson Black was born 9 October 1847 at Windsor, N.S. He was a businessman and shipper prior to his election to the House of Commons in 1923. He served as acting Minister of Marine and Fisheries followed by Minister of Railways and Canals for a brief period in 1926. He died at Halifax 1 September 1934. He was married to Annie (Bell) and had five children.
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Fonds consists of articles, editorials, correspondence, speeches, and newspaper clippings relating to Black's political activities and interests. Also includes a copy of the minutes of Privy Council appointing Black as acting Minister of Marine and Fisheries, and a scrapbook compiled by Black (on microfilm).
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Loaned for copying by Black's daughter, Mrs. Stewart Gibson, in 1970.
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Originals held by Mrs. Stewart Gibson.
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Records relating to Black's business activities are found in the Pickford & Black fonds.