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Type of entity
Person
Authorized form of name
Nelson, David
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Description area
Dates of existence
1834-1920
History
David Nelson was a merchant in Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia. He was born 7 February 1834 at Waugh's River. In 1890 he moved to Tatamagouche where he established a general store. He married Mary MacLeod, with whom he had four children: Etta (b. 1891), John (b. 1893), Mary (b. 1886) and William (b. 1888). Nelson was a supporter of the Liberal party and was the area representative on the municipal council. He served as a warder from 1899-1903 and was chairman of the Board of North Colchester. He died on 17 December 1920.