David Williams (Merioneth)

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David Williams (June 30, 1799 – December 15, 1869) was a Welsh Liberal Party politician who served for a short time as the Member of Parliament for the Merioneth constituency. Elected in 1868, he died in office the following year.[1]

[edit] Upbringing

The son of David and Margaret Williams, he was born at Saethon in the parish of Llanfihangel-Bachellaeth, Caernarfonshire.

[edit] Politics

He stood unsuccessfully as Liberal candidate for Merioneth in 1859 and 1865 before being elected in 1868. His eldest son Sir Osmond Williams also represented the seat from 1900 to 1910.

[edit] References

  1. ^ National Library of Wales: Dictionary of Welsh Biography
Parliament of the United Kingdom
Preceded by
William Robert Maurice Wynne		 Member of Parliament for Merioneth
United Kingdom general election, 1868–1869		 Succeeded by
Samuel Holland