Edgar Russell
| Edgar Russell | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Grey | |
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In office 21 August 1943 – 31 March 1963 | |
| Preceded by | Oliver Badman |
| Succeeded by | Jack Mortimer |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
24 October 1890 Booleroo Centre, South Australia |
| Died |
31 March 1963 (aged 72) Port Pirie, South Australia |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Occupation | Bank clerk, accountant |
Edgar Hughes Degenaart Russell (24 October 1890 – 31 March 1963) was an Australian politician. Born at Booleroo Centre in South Australia, he was educated at public schools, where he became a bank clerk and manager, and later a private accountant. In 1943, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Grey, defeating sitting United Australia Party member Oliver Badman. He held the seat until his death in 1963.[1]
References
- ↑ Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved 2008-08-02.
| Parliament of Australia | ||
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| Preceded by Oliver Badman |
Member for Grey 1943–1963 |
Succeeded by Jack Mortimer |
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