James Cole (politician)

James William Cole (ca.1808 – 23 June 1861) was an architect and politician in the colony of South Australia.

History

He was employed as Superintendent of Public Works, Portland, Victoria, 1841-1846

His architectural work includes the Temperance Hall, 182-184 Tynte Street, North Adelaide, built in 1858.[1]

He was member for West Torrens 9 March 1857 - 12 March 1860. The newspapers of the day paid little attention to his parliamentary career or death.

Family

He married Mary Best (ca.1798 – 16 February 1882) she died at "Lashbrook" near Macclesfield.

Bibliography

References

  1. "Temperance Hall". Adelaidepedia. Retrieved 2 April 2015.
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