James Wilkinson
Politician
1854 – 1915
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Who was James Wilkinson?
James Wilkinson was an Australian politician.
Wilkinson was born and raised in Ipswich, Queensland, attending both state and grammar schools. During his early years he was an engine-driver and railways unionist before serving as an Alderman on Ipswich Council.
Wilkinson represented the Electoral district of Ipswich in the Legislative Assembly of Queensland from 1894 to 1896 for the Australian Labor Party. He represented Moreton in the Parliament of Australia from 1901 to 1906, elected as an independent labour member, but rejoined the Labor Party from 1904.
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- Born
- Nov 30, 1854
Ipswich - Nationality
- Australia
- Profession
- Died
- Jan 11, 1915
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on July 23, 2013
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