John Emerson (1859 - 1932) was the 17th mayor of Calgary, Alberta. He was the mayor at the time that Alberta became a province of Canada, which was on September 1, 1905.
Born in England, Emerson emigrated to Calgary in 1885 and began farming on a homestead just outside of the city limits. Soon he left farming and established a successful grocery business on Stephen Avenue.
After spending three years on Calgary City Council, Emerson spent two years as mayor from January 2, 1905 to January 14, 1907. During his tenure as mayor, Calgary hosted a number of prominent visitors. This included: The Prince of Wales (later George V), Prince Arthur of Connaught, and several Governors General.
Emerson retired to Burgess Hill, Sussex, England. He died here in 1932.
Father John Emerson was ordained by Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre for the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) but left shortly after Archbishop Lefebvre consecrated four bishops against the wishes of Pope John Paul II. He is American by birth and is based in Edinburgh. He produces a quarterly newsletter entitled Videre Petrum.
John Emerson (born Clifton Paden on May 29, 1874, Sandusky, Ohio - March 7, 1956, Pasadena, California) is an early 20th century stage actor, playwright, producer, and director of silent films (many by Douglas Fairbanks). He was married to Anita Loos from June 15, 1919 until his death.
Was president of the Actors' Equity Association from 1920 - 1928.
Stage actor and playwright.
