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George Thorn (senior)
Australian politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
George Thorn (senior) (11 April 1806 – 28 April 1876) was a politician in Queensland, Australia. He was a Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly. He was known as the "father of Ipswich" for his contributions to establishing that town.[1]
Quick Facts Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for West Moreton, Preceded by ...
George Thorn Sr. | |
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Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for West Moreton | |
In office 3 May 1860 – 3 April 1861 | |
Preceded by | New seat |
Succeeded by | Benjamin Cribb |
Personal details | |
Born | George Thorn (1806-04-11)11 April 1806 Stockbridge, Hampshire, England |
Died | 28 April 1876(1876-04-28) (aged 70) Ipswich, Queensland, Australia |
Resting place | Ipswich General Cemetery |
Nationality | Australian |
Spouse | Jane Hancock |
Relations | George Thorn Jr. (son), John Thorn (son), Henry Thorn (son), William Thorn (son), George Harris (son-in-law), Richard Gardiner Casey (son-in-law), Baron Casey (grandson) |
Occupation | Soldier, Hotelier |
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