Gilbert Hewson
Gilbert Hewson (died 1951) was an Irish politician. He was elected to Dáil Éireann as an independent Teachta Dála (TD) for the Limerick constituency at the June 1927 general election.[1] He lost his seat at the September 1927 general election and was an unsuccessful candidate at the 1932 general election.[2]
He died at his home at Lough House, Ballyengland, Askeaton.[3]
Family
The son of John B. Hewson, of Castle Hewson, Askeaton, County Limerick, Gilbert Hewson was a barrister, and served as a member of Limerick County Council for many years.[3]
A son, Maurice Hewson, was a former district commissioner and member of the British colonial administration of the Gold Coast.[4]
Bono (Paul Hewson) is a relative of Gilbert Hewson.[4]
References
- ^ "Gilbert Hewson". Oireachtas Members Database. Retrieved 28 March 2009.
- ^ "Gilbert Hewson". ElectionsIreland.org. Retrieved 28 March 2009.
- ^ a b Irish Independent, 5 March 1951.
- ^ a b The Irish Times, 24 February 1998.
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