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George Munns

1877 – 1954

New Zealand politician

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About George Munns

Lived 1877 – 1954 (aged 76–77). George Munns was a New Zealand politician.

George Charles Munns (1877–1954) was a United Party Member of Parliament in New Zealand.

Biography Early life and career George Munns was born in England in 1877 and later emigrated to New Zealand in 1892. He then took an interest in the mining business and became the chairman of directors of the Maoriland Mining Company.

Political career

For seven years Munns was a member of the Gisborne Borough Council, including three years as the chairman of the council's works committee, and later he was a member of the Gisborne School Committee. After moving to Auckland he continued his interest in local politics and became President of the Roskill East Ratepayers' Association.

He won the Auckland electorate of Roskill in the 1928 general election, but in 1931 he was defeated by the Labour candidate Arthur Shapton Richards. In 1930 he became his party's senior Whip, serving in that capacity until his defeat.

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Important facts

Born
1877
Birth century
Died
1954
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the New Zealand Parliament
Also known as
George Charles Munns

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Munns?

New Zealand politician

When was George Munns born?

George Munns was born in 1877.

When did George Munns die?

George Munns died in 1954.

What was George Munns's occupation?

George Munns was a politician.

What nationality was George Munns?

George Munns was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Munns

· Wikidata: Q5542695

· DBpedia: George Munns

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