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Sir Thomas Mason Wilford
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DescriptionMayor from 1910 - 1911
Thomas Wilford was considered a talented orator and actor - two traits that would help him in his political life. He was an eager sportsman who played several sports including tennis, rugby and boxing.
During his long political career, Wilford represented the Hutt Valley in Parliament for nearly 30 years, was mayor of Wellington from 1910 - 1911, and served as Minister of Justice and Minister of Stamp Duties in the wartime National cabinet (1917 to 1919).
Thomas Wilford was considered a talented orator and actor - two traits that would help him in his political life. He was an eager sportsman who played several sports including tennis, rugby and boxing.
During his long political career, Wilford represented the Hutt Valley in Parliament for nearly 30 years, was mayor of Wellington from 1910 - 1911, and served as Minister of Justice and Minister of Stamp Duties in the wartime National cabinet (1917 to 1919).
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Appointed to RoleMayor of WellingtonRelationship Date Range1910-1911
Relationship Date Range1910-1911Sir Thomas Mason Wilford. Archives Online, accessed 24/03/2023, https://archivesonline.wcc.govt.nz/nodes/view/153932