Israel Wood Powell
Deceased Person
1801 – 1852
Who was Israel Wood Powell?
Israel Wood Powell was a merchant, land surveyor and political figure in Canada West. He represented Norfolk in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1841 to 1848.
He was born in Windham Township, Norfolk County, Upper Canada. He worked as a clerk in a store in Waterford, later opening his own store in Colborne. Powell prepared the village plan for Port Dover, where he opened a store and built a new home. He also served as warden for the Talbot District and as a member of the municipal council for Norfolk County. Powell married Melinda Boss.
His son Walter served in the legislature for the Province of Canada. Another son, also named Israel Wood Powell, served in the assembly for Vancouver Island.
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