About James Burke
James Burke was an Irish politician and farmer.
James J. Burke (died 12 May 1964) was an Irish Fine Gael politician. A farmer by profession, he was elected to Dáil Éireann as a Fine Gael Teachta Dála (TD) for the Roscommon constituency at the 1954 general election.
He was re-elected at the 1957 and 1961 general elections. He died in office in 1964, and the July 1964 by-election held for his seat was won by his widow Joan Burke.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Burke?
Roscommon politician (20th century)
When was James Burke born?
James Burke was born in County Roscommon.
When did James Burke die?
James Burke died on 12 May 1964.
What was James Burke's occupation?
James Burke was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was James Burke?
James Burke was Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Burke (Roscommon politician)
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