Starr, J. R. L. (Toronto, Ont.), was born October 5, 1865, and after receiving a thorough primary and Collegiate education at the Collegiate Institutes of Collingwood and Whitby, matriculated in 1883. He then entered Victoria University, where he obtained honors in classics the first two years, and in philosophy the last two years. In 1887 the Alma Mater conferred upon him the degree of B.A., and in 1890 the degree of LL.B. The same year he was admitted to the Bar, having been articled to Mr. W. H. P. Clement, of the well-known firm of McCarthy, Osler, Hoskin & Creelman, where he remained for one year, and was for a like period of time associated with Mr. Clement. Mr. Starr then embarked in the active individual practice of his profession until 1895, when he formed a co-partnership under the firm name of Thorne, Warren & Starr which firm continued until 1900, when the present well-known partnership of Masten, Starr & Spence was formed. Mr. Starr numbers among his large and constantly increasing clientele some of the leading corporations of the city, his firm being solicitors for the Bank of Nova Scotia and other large corporations. Mr. Starr is a member of the National Club and Orange Society, and is well-known in Conservative political circles. Mr. Starr, in addition to the arduous duties of his profession, for many years found time to devote much of his energy to public affairs, sitting on the Board of Education for seven years and being twice elected as a member of the City Council. While a member of these important bodies he was prominent in the agitation for better play grounds for the children of the city, and was largely instrumental in bringing about the betterment and enlargement of such grounds. Mr. Starr is always in earnest in the conduct of his business, and amongst the profession has an enviable reputation for honesty and straightforwardness. These qualities make the practice of his profession with his fellow-lawyers particularly agreeable and friendly, and he is frequently able to settle difficult matters where others might fail. He is better known as a “settler” of law suits than as a counsel. He is a prominent Methodist and very active in church work. In politics he is a staunch Conservative and a possible future member of Parliament.
MacAulay, Brock, was born in Southampton, Ont., March 14, 1871. He is a son of Donald MacAulay and Annie McLeod, of Stornoway, Scotland. He is a merchant in Southampton and also interested in two fishing tugs which fish out of that harbor. In the realm of sport the name of Brock MacAulay is known from one end of Canada to the other. His two great pastimes are bowling and curling. In years gone by he and his great rink of curlers have brought honor and fame to Southampton. No big bonspiel was complete without these hardy men from the Bruce Peninsula, and they demonstrated, under the guidance of Brock MacAulay, that they knew the roarin’ game to perfection. When they were not winners, they were runners up, and seldom have they returned home without annexing a good share of the trophies. In bowling it was the same, and they also brought the name of their town to the fore. Brock MacAulay in both games, is a skip of rare judgment, and it is in the tight places that his brilliancy shines. He seldom fails to draw to the T or kitty when it is required of him. He is a good sportsman, and win or lose he has always been noted for his great good nature. In private he is a good story teller and an interesting companion. He is a member of St. Lawrence Lodge, No. 131, A.F. & A.M., of Southampton, the Sons of Scotland, and the I.O.F. He is a Presbyterian in religion and a Liberal in politics. He married Miss Jean Webster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Webster, of Lion’s Head. They have one daughter, Helen, and one son, Douglas.
Paquet, Eugene, M.D., born at Agaipt, Lotbiniere County, Que., October 23, 1867, son of François Paquet, farmer, and his wife, Clarisse Bergeron (French-Canadians). Educated at Seminary, Quebec, and Laval University, from which he graduated with the degree of M.D. Received his degree in 1892, passing with great distinction. He has practised medicine at St. Aubert, L’Islet County, since graduation. Elected to the House of Commons at the general election of 1894, re-elected in 1908 and 1911. A Roman Catholic in religion and a Conservative. A frequent contributor to “Le Peuple de Montmagny.” Married May 30, 1893, to Elise Lafrance at Quebec, a daughter of Victor Lafrance of that city, and is the father of one child, Lucienne Paquet, born Nov. 23, 1894.
St. Jean, Ulric (Contrecœur, Que.), is the son of the late Antoine St. Jean and was born on April 22, 1869, at Contrecœur. Educated at the Model School of his native place where he was for five years President of the Commissioners of Schools. Always took an active part in the political life of his County before his appointment as Registrar in June, 1914, being President of the Liberal Club twice, for Vercheres County. Married Marie Joseph Guyon, daughter of Ludger Guyon, and is the father of the following children: Jeanne, Annette Simone, Gilberte Etiennette. Mr. St. Jean is a member of the Board of Trade in Montreal and in religion is a Roman Catholic.
Cash, Edward L., M.D. (Yorkton, Sask.), son of David Cash (English) and Elizabeth Eckardt, his wife (Canadian), born December 26, 1849, at Markham Village, Ont., where he attended the Public and High Schools, afterwards the Victoria University, Cobourg, graduating with the degree of M.D. in the year 1871, and being licensed by the Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons the same year. Married, January 10, 1898, Mary B. Simpson, daughter of Wm. Simpson. Resided for some years, 1871-1896, in the United States, and was elected County Clerk of the District Court for Rock County, Nebraska. Commenced the practice of medicine in Yorkton in 1897, and soon established a large practice, where he was elected to the House of Commons at the general election for McKenzie as a Liberal in the general elections of 1908-1911. He is a Congregationalist in religion. Dr. Cash is the father of three children, i.e., Abbie Ruth, Nellie Katherine, and David E. L. He is a member of the Masonic Order, an Oddfellow, A.O.U.W., K.O.T.M., and also of the Canadian Club and Yorkton Club.