Henry Archer Ekers (8 September 1855 – 1 February 1927) was a Canadian

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between 1906 and 1908. He ran unsuccessfully for the

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Biography

Ekers' parents were both born in England. Relocated to Montreal, his father became a brewery owner, working from St. Lawrence Boulevard. He was educated at the Montreal Collegiate School before joining his father's company, Ekers Brewery. Ekers eventually founded National Breweries Limited.

Political career

Ekers represented the St. Lawrence ward on Montreal city council.

Gallery

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References

External links

Henry Archer Ekers at City of Montreal
1855 births 1927 deaths Mayors of Montreal Burials at Mount Royal Cemetery {{Quebec-mayor-stub