William Conelan
| William Conelan | |
|---|---|
 Electoral table and supporters for Conelan at the 1939 by-election | |
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Griffith | |
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In office 20 May 1939 – 10 December 1949 | |
| Preceded by | Frank Baker |
| Succeeded by | Doug Berry |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
23 December 1895 Wadmaninga, South Australia |
| Died | 28 February 1983 (aged 87) |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Occupation | Draper |
William Patrick Conelan (23 December 1895 – 28 February 1983) was an Australian politician. Born in Wadmaninga, South Australia, he received a primary education before becoming a tailor's cutter and draper. He was involved in local politics as a member of Brisbane City Council, having moved from South Australia to Queensland. At the 1939 by-election, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Griffith. He held the seat until his defeat in 1949. Conelan died in 1983.[1]
References
- ↑ Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved 2008-07-13.
| Parliament of Australia | ||
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| Preceded by Francis Baker |
Member for Griffith 1939–1949 |
Succeeded by Doug Berry |
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