Benjamin Bennett (politician)
Benjamin Holland Bennett (1872 – 12 July 1939) was an Australian politician. Born in Young, New South Wales, he was educated at public schools before becoming the manager and editor of the family-run newspaper in Young. In 1912, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives in the by-election that followed the resignation of member for Werriwa David Hall; Bennett represented the Labor Party. However, he retired before the federal election of the next year, becoming a public servant in Sydney. Bennett died in 1939.[1]
Benjamin Bennett | |
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| Member of the Australian Parliament for Werriwa | |
| In office 1 June 1912 – 23 April 1913 | |
| Preceded by | David Hall |
| Succeeded by | Alfred Conroy |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1872 Young, New South Wales |
| Died | 12 June 1939 (aged 66–67) |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Occupation | Newspaper editor |
References
- Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved 31 May 2008.
| Parliament of Australia | ||
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| Preceded by David Hall |
Member for Werriwa 1912 – 1913 |
Succeeded by Alfred Conroy |
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