Israel Wood Powell (British Columbia politician)
Israel Wood Powell | |
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| 1st Superintendent of Indian Affairs for British Columbia | |
| In office 1872–1889 | |
| Member of the House of Assembly of Vancouver Island | |
| In office 1863–1866 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 27, 1836 |
| Died | February 25, 1915 (aged 78) |
| Spouse | Jane "Jennie" Brank. |
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| Education | McGill University |
| Occupation | Businessman, Doctor, Politician, Freemason |
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Israel Wood Powell (April 27, 1836 – February 25, 1915) was British Columbia's first superintendent of Indian Affairs and a businessman, politician and doctor. He served in the Legislative Assembly of Vancouver Island from 1863 to 1866.