John Taylor
Australian politician, Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly 1944-1957
About John Taylor
Lived 1908 – 1961 (aged 52–53). John Taylor was an Australian politician, sheep shearer and trade union.
John Russell Taylor (c. 1908 – 26 March 1961) was a Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly. He represented the seats of Maranoa from 1944 to 1950 and Balonne from 1950 to 1957.
Taylor died in 1961 while attending his daughter's wedding and was buried in Lutwyche Cemetery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Taylor?
Australian politician, Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly 1944-1957
When was John Taylor born?
John Taylor was born in 1908 in Australia, Western Australia.
When did John Taylor die?
John Taylor died on 26 March 1961 in Brisbane.
What was John Taylor's occupation?
John Taylor was a politician, sheep shearer and trade union.
What nationality was John Taylor?
John Taylor was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Taylor (Australian politician)
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