David Alexander Ernest Hutchison (June 1, 1847 – December 4, 1918) was a lumber merchant and political figure in

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. He represented Northumberland County in the

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from 1878 to 1882 and from 1886 to 1890. He was born in

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, the son of

Richard Hutchison Richard Hutchison (January 20, 1812 – September 27, 1891) was a New Brunswick businessman and political figure. He represented Northumberland in the House of Commons of Canada as a Liberal member from 1868 to 1872. He was born in Renfrewshi ...

, a former member of the provincial assembly, and educated in

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. In 1871, he married Jenny Johnston. He served as warden for Newcastle and a captain in the militia. Hutchison was defeated in his bid for reelection in 1882 but was elected again in 1886.

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1847 births 1918 deaths Members of the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick {{NewBrunswick-MLA-stub