About David Moody
Lived 1834 – 1915 (aged 80). David Moody was an Australian and British politician and farmer.
David Moody (18 November 1834 – 4 May 1915) served three terms as a member of the South Australian House of Assembly for the Electoral district of Light.
Moody was initially elected on 12 June 1878 to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Frank Skeffington Carroll on 31 May 1878. While Moody was not successful in the 1881 elections, he was re-elected along with Jenkin Coles on 23 April 1884. Moody was not re-elected in 1887. Then, in 1896, Moody stood again and was re-elected along the Hon. Sir Jenkin Coles on 25 April 1896.
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Who was David Moody?
South Australian politician (1834-1915)
When was David Moody born?
David Moody was born on 18 November 1834 in Magilligan.
When did David Moody die?
David Moody died on 4 May 1915 in Kapunda.
What was David Moody's occupation?
David Moody was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was David Moody?
David Moody was Australian and British.
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· DBpedia: David Moody (politician)
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