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Darius Blandford

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Darius Blandford (1843–1917) was a blacksmith, sealing captain and political figure in Newfoundland. He represented Bonavista Bay in the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly from 1893 to 1904 as a Conservative.

He was born in Greenspond, the son of Darius Blandford. Port Blandford, was named in his honour.

His brother Samuel was also a sealing captain and served in the Newfoundland assembly.

References

  • "The Greenspond Letter" (PDF). Memorial University. July 1994. Retrieved 2009-11-07.