John James Wright Explained

John James Wright (20 February 1821 – 22 October 1904) was an Australian flour miller, local government councillor, local government head, member of the Parliament of New South Wales, orangeman and store/shopkeeper.

Early life

Wright was born in Ballina in County Mayo, Ireland, the son of John Wright.

Legislative Assembly

Wright contested the Legislative Assembly seat of Queanbeyan at the 1874–75 election, winning with 455 votes (53.3%).[1] He did not stand for re-election in 1877,[2] and was unsuccessful in attempts to regain the seat in 1882,[3] and 1885.[4] He did not hold ministerial office.[5]

Wright died in Queanbeyan on .[5]

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Notes and References

  1. 1874-5 . Queanbeyan . 29 June 2020.
  2. 1877 . Queanbeyan . 29 June 2020.
  3. 1882 . Queanbeyan . 29 June 2020.
  4. 1885 . Queanbeyan . 29 June 2020.
  5. 511 . Mr John James Wright (1821-1904) . Yes . 29 June 2020.