About Doug Dickson
Lived 1894 – 1960 (aged 66). Doug Dickson was an Australian politician.
Samuel Douglas Dickson (26 March 1894 – 27 July 1960) was an Australian politician. He was a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly from 1938 until his death in 1960. He was a member of the Country Party, serving as its Deputy Leader from 1953 to 1958.
Dickson was born in Cootamundra, New South Wales. He was the son of a monumental mason and was educated to elementary level at Cootamundra Public School. He served in the First Australian Imperial Force in Egypt and France. After the First World War he became a soldier-settler in the Temora, New South Wales region. He replaced the retiring member Hugh Main. He retained the seat at the next 7 elections,
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Who was Doug Dickson?
Australian politician (1894–1960)
When was Doug Dickson born?
Doug Dickson was born on 26 March 1894 in Cootamundra.
When did Doug Dickson die?
Doug Dickson died on 27 July 1960 in Neutral Bay.
What was Doug Dickson's occupation?
Doug Dickson was a politician.
What nationality was Doug Dickson?
Doug Dickson was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Doug Dickson. https://biography.guide/doug-dickson/
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