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Sir William Appleton
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Mayor from 1944 - 1950.
A Wellington City Councillor during the Depression and World War II, William Appleton was elected mayor in 1944. As well as having an established political life, Appleton was a well known businessman and a founder of the Charles Haines Advertising Agency.
Karori's Appleton Park and Appleton Place are named after him.
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Appointed to RoleMayor of WellingtonRelationship Date Range1944 - 1950
Relationship Date Range1944 - 1950Sir William Appleton. Archives Online, accessed 07/12/2023, https://archivesonline.wcc.govt.nz/nodes/view/153950