Hamilton John 1801-1882 Born In Queenston Ontario Removed To
Kingston, 1840. Throughout his life largely interested in inland
navigation, and the first to introduce iron vessels on Canadian waters.
Sat in the Legislative Council of Upper Canada, 1831-1841; in the
Legislative Council of Canada, 1841-1867; and in the Senate from 1867
until his death. On the completion of his fiftieth year of continuous
service in the Upper Chamber, presented with an address of
congratulation by his fellow-senators.