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British politician From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Grace Mary Colman (30 April 1892 – 7 July 1971) was a British politician.[1] She was Labour Member of Parliament (MP) for Tynemouth from 1945 to 1950.[1][2]
Grace Colman | |
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Member of Parliament for Tynemouth | |
In office 5 July 1945 – 3 February 1950 | |
Prime Minister | Clement Attlee |
Preceded by | Alexander West Russell |
Succeeded by | Irene Ward |
Personal details | |
Born | Grace Mary Colman 30 April 1892 |
Died | 7 July 1971 79) | (aged
Political party | Labour |
Grace Colman's father was a member of the clergy at Worcester Cathedral, and Grace attended Newnham College.[3]
Colman taught at Ruskin College and the University of London.[3] She was an organiser for the Workers' Educational Association.[3] Later she became a magistrate, before standing for the Tynemouth seat.[3]
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