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Painter, John, approximately 1745-1815
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Approximately 1745-1815
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John Painter was a merchant and justice of the peace in Quebec City. Born in approximately 1745 in England, he left for Quebec City in approximately 1765. He worked as a merchant there, importing and selling goods from the UK. Though he returned to England between 1776 and 1783, he then settled permanently in Quebec City. His business was successful, allowing him to purchase a large house that also served as his office. Painter was involved in the Union Company of Quebec, holding several positions including chairman (1810-1814). He also held positions as treasurer and deputy master of Trinity House of Quebec. Painter was also a member of the Fire Society and was a justice of the peace fort he District of Quebec. He married Margaret Stuart on 1 December 1786, and they had six children together. He died on 11 November 1815.
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Dates of activity and historical information based on the content of the collection and its acquisition file, a burial record, a will, and an entry in the Dictionary of Canadian Biography: http://www.biographi.ca/en/bio/painter_john_5E.html.