About Samuel Brassington
Lived 1901 – 1950 (aged 49). Samuel Brassington was an Australian politician and trade union.
Samuel John Brassington (6 May 1901 – 4 October 1950) was an Australian politician. He was a Labor member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland, serving as the member for Balonne from 1927 to 1932 and for Fortitude Valley from 1933 to 1950. He served as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland from 1944 to 1950.
Upon his death in 1950, Brassington was accorded a State funeral which was held at St Stephen's Cathedral and proceeded to Toowong Cemetery.
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Who was Samuel Brassington?
Australian politician
When was Samuel Brassington born?
Samuel Brassington was born on 6 May 1901 in Augathella.
When did Samuel Brassington die?
Samuel Brassington died on 4 October 1950 in Brisbane.
What was Samuel Brassington's occupation?
Samuel Brassington was a politician and trade union.
What nationality was Samuel Brassington?
Samuel Brassington was Australian.
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