Arthur Fenton
For the Australian cricketer, see Arthur Fenton (cricketer).
Arthur Benjamin Fenton (21 October 1882 – 13 June 1962) was an Australian politician.
He was born in Wynyard, Tasmania, the son of Charles Fenton, a member of the Tasmanian House of Assembly. In 1933 he was elected to the Tasmanian Legislative Council as the independent member for Russell. He served until his retirement in 1957, whereupon he was succeeded by his nephew, also named Charles. He died in Devonport in 1962.[1]
References
- ↑ Parliament of Tasmania (2005). "Fenton, Arthur Benjamin". The Parliament of Tasmania from 1856. Parliament of Tasmania. Retrieved 3 November 2013.
| Tasmanian Legislative Council | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Frank Edwards |
Member for Russell 1933–1957 |
Succeeded by Charles Fenton |
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