About James McDonald
Lived 1837 – 1900. James McDonald was a New Zealand politician.
James McDonald (1837 – 12 March 1900) was a 19th-century Member of Parliament in Otago, New Zealand.
He represented the Bruce electorate from to 1884, when he was defeated by Robert Gillies.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James McDonald?
New Zealand politician, born 1837 (1837–1900)
When was James McDonald born?
James McDonald was born in 1837.
When did James McDonald die?
James McDonald died in 1900.
What was James McDonald's occupation?
James McDonald was a politician.
What nationality was James McDonald?
James McDonald was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James McDonald (New Zealand politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James McDonald. https://biography.guide/james-mcdonald-politician-1837/
MLA: "James McDonald." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-mcdonald-politician-1837/.
Chicago: "James McDonald." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-mcdonald-politician-1837/.
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