Israel Wood Powell (Ontario politician)

Israel Wood Powell (1801 – 1852) was a merchant, land surveyor and political figure in Canada West. He represented Norfolk in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1841 to 1848. He was born in Windham Township, Norfolk County, Upper Canada. He worked as a clerk in a store in Waterford, later opening his own store in Colborne. Powell prepared the village plan for Port Dover, where he opened a store and built a new home. He also served as warden for the and as a member of the municipal council for Norfolk County. Powell married Melinda Boss.

Israel Wood Powell (Ontario politician)

Israel Wood Powell (1801 – 1852) was a merchant, land surveyor and political figure in Canada West. He represented Norfolk in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1841 to 1848. He was born in Windham Township, Norfolk County, Upper Canada. He worked as a clerk in a store in Waterford, later opening his own store in Colborne. Powell prepared the village plan for Port Dover, where he opened a store and built a new home. He also served as warden for the and as a member of the municipal council for Norfolk County. Powell married Melinda Boss.