FAMOUS MIRAMICHI MEN Introduction

Over the years Miramichi men have become famous in many different ways. Some have made a lot of money in business. Others have made their mark in politics. Some were important church leaders. A few became well known because of sports. Whatever they did, each has played a major part in making Miramichi history. Each has helped to make our way of life better.

Here, then, are a few of the most famous Miramichi men. They are listed in order of period.

• Francis Peabody
• William Davidson
• John Mercer Johnson
• Bishop James Rogers
• J. B. Snowball
• W. S. Loggie
• Lord Beaverbrook
• J. Leonard O’Brien
• R. B. Bennett
• Yvon Durelle
• Frank McKenna