William Wilson (1838 – October 27, 1922) was an

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-born merchant and political figure in

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. He represented Victoria City in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia from 1878 to 1882. Wilson founded the

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retail clothing firm of W & J Wilson Ltd. He was also involved in real estate speculation, mining and manufacturing of footwear. Wilson served on the city council for Victoria. He was defeated when he ran for the assembly in 1882. Wilson died in Victoria at the age of 84. His grandson Richard B. Wilson later served as mayor of Victoria.

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