About John O'Keefe
Lived 1880 – 1942 (aged 62). John O'Keefe was an Australian politician, company director and drover (Australian).
John O'Keefe (11 January 1880 – 27 January 1942) was an Australian politician. He was a Labor member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland, representing Chillagoe from 1926 to 1929 and Cairns from 1930 to 1942. He was Attorney-General from 1940 to 1941.
O'Keefe died in office
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John O'Keefe?
politician from Australia (1880-1942)
When was John O'Keefe born?
John O'Keefe was born on 11 January 1880 in Gin Gin.
When did John O'Keefe die?
John O'Keefe died on 27 January 1942 in Brisbane.
What was John O'Keefe's occupation?
John O'Keefe was a politician, company director and drover (Australian).
What nationality was John O'Keefe?
John O'Keefe was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John O'Keefe (Australian politician)
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