1899 - 1972
W. B. George Canadian Bowls
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Details
| Birthday |
28th November, 1899
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| Birthplace |
Highgate, Ontario, Canada
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| Died |
25th June, 1972
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| Place of Death |
Kemptville, Ontario, Canada
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| Zodiac Sign |
Sagittarius
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| Nationality |
Canadian
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| Occupation Text |
Soil scientist, lecturer, teacher
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| Occupation |
Bowls
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William Bryden George (November 28, 1899 – June 25, 1972),
also known as Baldy George, was a Canadian sports administrator and agriculturalist. He was president of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association from 1952 to 1955, when Canada debated whether it would withdraw from the Ice Hockey World Championships and the Olympic Games. At issue was the perceived financial exploitation of the Canada men's national ice hockey team and abuse from European media on the Canadian style of physical play. He wanted a financial guarantee for the national team when it travelled since its participation increased attendance at events in Europe. Canada did not participate at the World Championships in 1953 and placed second in 1954, which led to heavy criticism by media in Canada for the failure to win. Although Canada won the 1955 Ice Hockey World Championships, George questioned future participation and was concerned that the game in Europe took on political and religious meanings in which Canada did not want to become involved.
