- From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: See full biography at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Austin_Shearer
- Wiki Biography:
- Robert Austin Shearer (March 16, 1868 – December 3, 1920) was an Ontario farmer and political figure. He represented Stormont in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1914 to 1919 as a Conservative member.
- He was born in Cornwall Township, Ontario, the son of James A. Shearer. In 1888, he married May Robertson. Shearer served as deputy sheriff. For a time, he was involved in the production of aerated water. He died in Cornwall.
- Great Grandson of United Empire Loyalist listed in Loyalist Directory: https://uelac.ca/loyalist-directory/detail/?wpda_search_column_id=3004
- Find A Grave: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/176536821/robert_austin-shearer
