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James Cummings (Ontario politician)

James Cummings (born c. 1839, died August 23, 1928) was a politician in Ontario, Canada. He served as a Liberal Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for the riding of Cardwell from 1890 to 1894.

Born in Ireland, Cummings immigrated to Canada West (later Ontario) and became a farmer. He was active in local politics prior to his election to the provincial legislature. He served on the Albion Township Council and was also the reeve of Albion Township for several terms.

Cummings was elected to the Ontario Legislative Assembly in the 1890 general election, defeating the incumbent Conservative MPP, William Henry Hammell. He served one term and did not seek re-election in 1894. He died in his home in Palgrave, Ontario.