Alexander Burr
Burr Family

Alexander Burr

Born 1/1/1817
Died 9/17/1889
Spouse
Isabella Burr

Biography

Alexander Burr was born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and emigrated to Canada in 1835. He was a farmer and a founding settler in West Garafraxa Township.

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