Premier Allan Blakeney (Canada) Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
PREMIER ALLAN BLAKENEY (CANADA)
Born: September 07, 1925 in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
Died: April 16, 2011 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Biography
Allan Blakeney was born on September 7, 1925, in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia and was a Canadian politician and the 10th Premier of Saskatchewan from 1971 to 1982. Blakeney was a member of the New Democratic Party.
Blakeney’s early career was marked by his education at Dalhousie University, where he studied history and political science. His professional career began in the public service, and he quickly moved into politics, serving as an advisor to Saskatchewan Premier Tommy Douglas. Blakeney played a pivotal role in the development of Douglas's pioneering social programs, including Medicare. Elected as leader of the Saskatchewan NDP in 1970, Blakeney became Premier the following year.
Blakeney’s early career was marked by his education at Dalhousie University, where he studied history and political science. His professional career began in the public service, and he quickly moved into politics, serving as an advisor to Saskatchewan Premier Tommy Douglas. Blakeney played a pivotal role in the development of Douglas's pioneering social programs, including Medicare. Elected as leader of the Saskatchewan NDP in 1970, Blakeney became Premier the following year.
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PREMIER ALLAN BLAKENEY (CANADA) - PICTURE POST CARD SIGNED - HFSID 273509Picture Postcard signed: "Allan Blakeney". Color, 3½x5½. Signed on verso. Illustration of the Shield of the Arms of the Province of Saskatchewan. Uncancelled 10-cent Canadian stamp affixed. Blakeney was Premier of Saskatchewan Province from 1971-1982.Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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PREMIER ALLAN BLAKENEY (CANADA) - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/06/1972 - HFSID 273510Typed Letter signed: "Allan Blakeney" as Premier, 1p, 8½x11. Regina, Saskatchewan (Canada), 1972 September 6. On official letterhead to Danny Franklin, Phoenix, Arizona. In full: "Thank you for your letter of August 15, 1972.…"
Price: $160.00
