John Lavington Bonython
Australian journalist and politician (1875–1960) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Sir John Lavington Bonython (10 September 1875 – 6 November 1960) was a prominent public figure in Adelaide, known for his work in journalism, business and politics. In association with his father, he became involved in the management of newspapers including The Advertiser; he also served as editor of The Saturday Express and as a journalist. After The Advertiser was sold in 1929 and converted to a public company, he became a director, and for a time vice-chairman; an association that continued until his death. In 1901 he began a long association with the Adelaide City Council, serving as Mayor of Adelaide (1911–1913) and later as Lord Mayor of Adelaide (1927–1930). He was knighted in 1935.[1] The now removed Lavington Bonython Fountain on North Terrace was erected in front of the SA Museum in his honour.
Sir John Lavington Bonython | |
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![]() John Lavington Bonython, Mayor of Adelaide, c. 1913 | |
Born | (1875-09-10)10 September 1875 |
Died | 6 November 1960(1960-11-06) (aged 85) |
Occupation | Newspaper editor |
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