William R. Howson
William Robinson Howson | |
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Howson in 1932 | |
| Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta | |
| In office June 19, 1930 – 1936 | |
| Preceded by | David Duggan, Charles Gibbs, John Lymburn, Warren Prevey and Charles Weaver |
| Succeeded by | Walter Morrish |
| Constituency | Edmonton |
| Leader of the Alberta Liberal Party | |
| In office 1932 – March 2, 1936 | |
| Preceded by | George Webster |
| Succeeded by | Edward Gray |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 6, 1883 Norwood, Ontario |
| Died | June 25, 1952 (aged 69) |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Occupation | politician, judge, debt collector, soldier banker and real estate agent |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Branch/service | Royal Canadian Army |
| Years of service | 1916–1918 |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
William Robinson Howson (March 6, 1883 – June 25, 1952) was a politician, judge, debt collector, soldier, banker, and real estate agent from Alberta, Canada. He served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1930 to 1936 sitting with the Liberal caucus in opposition. He led the caucus and the party from 1932 to 1936.