About David Guthrie
Lived 1856 – 1927 (aged 70–71). David Guthrie was a New Zealand politician.
David Henry Guthrie (1856 – 31 March 1927) was a New Zealand politician of the Reform Party.
Biography
He was the Minister of Railways (1922–1923) in the Reform Government, and the Member of Parliament for Oroua from 1908 to 1925, when he retired.
He was then appointed to the Legislative Council, from 1925 to 1927 when he died.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Guthrie?
New Zealand politician (1856–1927)
When was David Guthrie born?
David Guthrie was born in 1856.
When did David Guthrie die?
David Guthrie died on 31 March 1927.
What was David Guthrie's occupation?
David Guthrie was a politician.
What nationality was David Guthrie?
David Guthrie was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Guthrie (New Zealand politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Guthrie. https://biography.guide/david-guthrie-politician-1856/
MLA: "David Guthrie." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-guthrie-politician-1856/.
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