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Alfred John King

1859 – 1920

British politician

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Lived 1859 – 1920 (aged 61). Alfred John King was a British politician and textile bleacher.

Alfred John King BSc, (14 February 1859 – 16 March 1920), was a British Liberal Party politician.

Background He was the 2nd son of Alderman John King, a former Mayor of Manchester. He was educated at Oliver's Mount School, Scarborough and Owens College, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science. He married in 1888, Julia Constance Oliver of Bollington. They had two sons and one daughter.

Career He worked as a Bleacher and finisher. He was Chairman of Bollington District Council from 1896 to 1906. He was a member of the Society of Friends. He sat as Liberal MP for the Knutsford Division of Cheshire from 1906 to 1910. He gained the seat from the Conservatives at the 1906 General Election. He lost the seat back to the Conservatives at the General Election of January 1910. He did not stand for parliament again.

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Member of the 28th Parliament of the United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Alfred John King?

British politician (1859-1920)

When was Alfred John King born?

Alfred John King was born on 14 February 1859.

When did Alfred John King die?

Alfred John King died on 16 March 1920.

What was Alfred John King's occupation?

Alfred John King was a politician and textile bleacher.

What nationality was Alfred John King?

Alfred John King was British.

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· Wikipedia: Alfred John King

· Wikidata: Q16043560

· DBpedia: Alfred John King

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