Background
MERNER, Samuel was born on January 18, 1823 in Reichenbach, Switzerland.
MERNER, Samuel was born on January 18, 1823 in Reichenbach, Switzerland.
Reichenbach.
Came to Canada, 1837. Was 14 years of age when settled in New Hamburg, Waterloo County, Ontario. Learned blacksmith trade at Preston, Ontario, 183S.
Carried on a general blacksmith trade, also manufacturing of wagons, etc. Later, started an iron foundry for the manufacture of agricultural implements, stoves etc. Carried on almost everv kind of business during his active life fjeriod, some of which were very successful and others the reverse.
Was a large holder of farming lands and carried on farming for a time. Has been Warden for the County of Waterloo for two years. Was eighteen years reeve of New Hamburg.
Represented South Waterloo in the House of Commons, 1877-1882. Conservative. Senator since 18S7.