William Jack (Australian politician)
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William Mathers Jack (1 May 1892 – 14 September 1982) was an Australian politician. Born in Dundee in Scotland, he migrated to Australia in 1912, having been an apprentice grocer at the age of 14. Upon arrival in Australia, Jack became a grocer and businessman in North Sydney, and was elected to Willoughby Council. In 1949, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for North Sydney, a position he held until his retirement in 1966. Jack died in 1982.[1]
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- ^ Carr, Adam (2008). Australian Election Archive. Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved on 2008-05-24.
Parliament of Australia | ||
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Preceded by Billy Hughes |
Member for North Sydney 1949 – 1966 |
Succeeded by Bill Graham |
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NAME | Jack, William Mathers |
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SHORT DESCRIPTION | Australian politician |
DATE OF BIRTH | 1 May 1892 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Dundee, Scotland |
DATE OF DEATH | 14 September 1982 |
PLACE OF DEATH |