About James Goodall
Lived 1860 – 1942 (aged 81–82). James Goodall was a New Zealand politician.
James Goodall (1862 – 22 September 1942) was a member of the New Zealand Legislative Council from 9 March 1936 to 22 September 1942, when he died. He was appointed by the First Labour Government.
Goodall was born in Nelson in 1862. His parents were Edward Goodall (born in New South Wales) and Sarah (nee Kidson) from Nelson. The Goodall moved to Greymouth in 1867.
Goodall died suddenly on 22 September 1942 at Greymouth. He was buried at Karoro Cemetery.
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New Zealand politician
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James Goodall was born in 1860.
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James Goodall died on 22 September 1942.
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