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Charles McGrath (politician)
Australian politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the American journalist and editor, see Charles McGrath (critic).
David Charles McGrath (10 November 1872 – 31 July 1934) was an Australian politician. Originally a member of the Australian Labor Party, he joined Joseph Lyons in the 1931 Labor split that led to the formation of the United Australia Party.
Quick Facts Member of the Australian Parliament for Ballaarat, Preceded by ...
Charles McGrath | |
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Member of the Australian Parliament for Ballaarat | |
In office 31 May 1913 – 13 December 1919 | |
Preceded by | Alfred Deakin |
Succeeded by | Edwin Kerby |
In office 10 July 1920 – 31 July 1934 | |
Preceded by | Edwin Kerby |
Succeeded by | Archibald Fisken |
Personal details | |
Born | (1872-11-10)10 November 1872 Newtown, Victoria |
Died | 31 July 1934(1934-07-31) (aged 61) |
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Labor (1913–31) UAP (1931–34) |
Spouse | Elizabeth Johnstone Gullan |
Occupation | Storekeeper |
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