Donald Browning facts for kids
Donald MacRae Browning (born in 1860 – died April 24, 1914) was an important lawyer and politician in the old Newfoundland Colony. He was a representative for the area of Twillingate in the Newfoundland House of Assembly from 1897 to 1899. He was part of the Liberal Party.
Contents
Who Was Donald MacRae Browning?
Donald MacRae Browning was a well-known figure in Newfoundland's history. He dedicated his life to law and public service. He helped shape the laws and government of Newfoundland during his time.
Early Life and Education
Donald MacRae Browning was born in St. John's, which is the capital city of Newfoundland. His father was Gilbert Browning. Donald went to school at Upper Canada College, which is a famous school in Canada. Later, he studied at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. This education helped him prepare for a career in law.
Becoming a Lawyer and Politician
After finishing his studies, Donald MacRae Browning became a lawyer. He was officially allowed to practice law in Newfoundland in 1888. This is called being "called to the bar."
Working for the Government
In 1893, he tried to become a member of the Newfoundland assembly for the Harbour Grace area, but he was not successful that time. However, from 1894 to 1897, he worked as a "solicitor" for the assembly. A solicitor is a lawyer who gives legal advice.
In 1897, he was elected to represent Twillingate in the Newfoundland House of Assembly. This is like being a member of parliament today. He served there until 1899.
New Roles in Law
In 1899, Donald Browning left his position in the assembly. He took on new important roles. He became the "registrar" for the Supreme Court of Newfoundland. A registrar is an official who keeps records and manages court documents. He also became the Registrar of Deeds, which means he was in charge of keeping records of property ownership. In the same year, he was given the special title of King's Counsel. This title is given to experienced lawyers who are recognized for their legal skills.
Other Contributions
Donald MacRae Browning also worked on important legal publications. From 1899 to 1903, he helped edit the Law Reports with Sir Edward Morris. Law Reports are books that contain records of court decisions, which are very important for other lawyers and judges.
