About John Sweeney
Lived 1863 – 1947 (aged 84). John Sweeney was an Australian politician, known for Electoral district of Bulli and New South Wales Legislative Assembly.
John Thomas Sweeney (8 August 1863 – 2 September 1947) was an Australian politician from New South Wales.
Born at Campbelltown to farmer Michael Sweeney and Mary Ann, née Rudd, he was a miner at Bulli. In 1893 he married Virginia Mary Grace Standen, with whom he had seven children. From 1916 to 1931 he was secretary of the Southern District Miners' Federation, and he served on the central executive of the Labor Party from 1923 to 1924. serving as the member for Bulli until his retirement in 1947.
Sweeney died on at Russell Vale and was buried at Bulli.
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Who was John Sweeney?
Australian politician (1863-1947)
When was John Sweeney born?
John Sweeney was born on 8 August 1863 in Campbelltown.
When did John Sweeney die?
John Sweeney died on 2 September 1947 in Australia, Russell Vale, New South Wales.
What was John Sweeney's occupation?
John Sweeney was a politician.
What was John Sweeney known for?
John Sweeney was known for Electoral district of Bulli and New South Wales Legislative Assembly.
What nationality was John Sweeney?
John Sweeney was Australian.
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· DBpedia: John Sweeney (Australian politician)
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