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Constance Alice Birchfield

1898 – 1994

Housekeeper, trade unionist, hotel maid, communist, bookseller, political activist

Politician Trade unionist
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About Constance Alice Birchfield

Lived 1898 – 1994 (aged 95). Constance Alice Birchfield was a New Zealand politician and trade unionist.

Constance Alice "Connie" Birchfield (27 July 1898 – 9 May 1994) was a New Zealand housekeeper, trade unionist, hotel maid, communist, bookseller, and political activist. She was born in Haydock, Lancashire, England on 27 July 1898.

Birchfield stood for the House of Representatives four times in safe Labour seats; in general elections for in the , for in the , and for in the ; and receiving 241, 99, and 120 votes respectively. She also stood for Brooklyn in the 1951 Brooklyn by-election, getting 129 votes.

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Important facts

Born
27 July 1898
Birth century
19th century
Died
9 May 1994
Occupation
Politician, trade unionist
Nationality
New Zealand

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Constance Alice Birchfield?

Housekeeper, trade unionist, hotel maid, communist, bookseller, political activist

When was Constance Alice Birchfield born?

Constance Alice Birchfield was born on 27 July 1898.

When did Constance Alice Birchfield die?

Constance Alice Birchfield died on 9 May 1994.

What was Constance Alice Birchfield's occupation?

Constance Alice Birchfield was a politician and trade unionist.

What nationality was Constance Alice Birchfield?

Constance Alice Birchfield was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Constance Alice Birchfield

· Wikidata: Q5163496

· DBpedia: Connie Birchfield

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