About J. T. Marryat Hornsby
Lived 1857 – 1921 (aged 63). J. T. Marryat Hornsby was a New Zealand journalist and politician.
John Thomas Marryat Hornsby (13 March 1857 – 23 February 1921), generally known as J. T. Marryat Hornsby,
Political career
He was a Member of Parliament for the electorate in the 14th (1899–1902), 16th (1905–1908), and 19th (1914–1919) Parliaments.
He defeated Walter Clarke Buchanan (the Conservative sitting member from 1887) in 1899, but lost to him in 1902 and 1908. Buchanan was later the Reform Party candidate.
Hornsby was defeated in 1919 by Alex McLeod.
Hornsby died at Carterton in 1921.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was J. T. Marryat Hornsby?
New Zealand politician (1857-1921)
When was J. T. Marryat Hornsby born?
J. T. Marryat Hornsby was born on 13 March 1857 in Hobart.
When did J. T. Marryat Hornsby die?
J. T. Marryat Hornsby died on 23 February 1921 in Carterton.
What was J. T. Marryat Hornsby's occupation?
J. T. Marryat Hornsby was a journalist and politician.
What nationality was J. T. Marryat Hornsby?
J. T. Marryat Hornsby was New Zealand.
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