John Gilbert Higgins
John Higgins | |
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| Senator for Newfoundland (St. John's East) | |
| In office 15 January 1959 – 1 July 1963 | |
| Leader of the Opposition (Newfoundland) | |
| In office 1949–1951 | |
| Preceded by | None, position established. |
| Succeeded by | Peter John Cashin |
| Member of the House of Assembly for St. John's East | |
| In office 1949–1951 | |
| Preceded by | None, constituency established. |
| Succeeded by | James D. Higgins |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 7 May 1891 St. John's, Newfoundland |
| Died | 1 July 1963 St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative of Newfoudnland Progressive Conservative Party of Canada |
| Other political affiliations | Responsible Government League |
| Parents |
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| Alma mater | Merton College |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Branch/service | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Years of service | 1916-1918 |
| Battles/wars | First World War |
John Gilbert "Jack" Higgins (May 7, 1891 – July 1, 1963) was a Newfoundland politician, Senator, and lawyer.