Memorable Manitobans: William Balfour (1868-?)
Farmer.
William Balfour, born at Orkney Scotland, 26 May 1868. Came to Manitoba in the year, 1897. Purchased land in the McKenzie District, 27-2-9, and later purchased present home, 1744, near Manitou, and has resided there ever since. Married Rendall, June 1901. Has eight children. Member of the Manitou School Board. Presbyterian. Address, Manitou, Manitoba.
Sources:
Pioneers and Prominent People of Manitoba, Winnipeg: Canadian Publicity Company, 1925.
Page revised: 25 July 2008
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