About John Hope
Lived 1842 – 1926 (aged 83). John Hope was an Australian politician.
John Hope (23 July 1842 – 12 May 1926) was a Scottish-born Tasmanian politician.
He was born in Aberdeen. In 1900 he was elected to the Tasmanian House of Assembly as the member for Devonport. He transferred to Kentish in 1903 and in 1909, with the introduction of proportional representation, he was elected as an Anti-Socialist member for the seat of Wilmot. In 1911 he resigned from the House of Assembly to successfully contest the Legislative Council seat of Meander. He served as Chair of Committees from 1921 until his death in Sheffield in 1926.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Hope?
Australian politician in Tasmania
When was John Hope born?
John Hope was born on 23 July 1842.
When did John Hope die?
John Hope died on 12 May 1926 in Sheffield.
What was John Hope's occupation?
John Hope was a politician.
What nationality was John Hope?
John Hope was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Hope (Australian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Hope. https://biography.guide/john-hope-politician-1842/
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