John McCann (Irish politician)
John McCann (17 June 1905 – 23 February 1980) was an Irish politician, author and journalist. McCann stood unsuccessfully for election at the 1937 and 1938 general elections. He was first elected to Dáil Éireann as a Fianna Fáil Teachta Dála (TD) at the Dublin South by-election held on 6 June 1939.[1]
The by-election was caused by the death of James Beckett of Fine Gael. McCann was re-elected at each general election until he lost his seat at the 1954 general election.[2] He served as Lord Mayor of Dublin from 1947 to 1948 and 1964 to 1965.
Other
He was the father of actor Donal McCann.[3]
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References
- "John McCann". Oireachtas Members Database. Retrieved 28 February 2009.
- "John McCann". ElectionsIreland.org. Retrieved 28 February 2009.
- Dixon, Stephen. Obituary: Donal McCann, The Guardian, 20 July 1999.
Civic offices | ||
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Preceded by Peadar Doyle |
Lord Mayor of Dublin 1947–1948 |
Succeeded by Patrick Cahill |
Preceded by Seán Moore |
Lord Mayor of Dublin 1964–1965 |
Succeeded by Eugene Timmons |
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