History Resources - Members of Parliament
Thomas William Field
Surname: FIELD
Given Names: Thomas William
Title and Honours: Mr
Qualifications:
Date and Place of Birth: 24 July 1817 - Launceston, Tasmania
Date of Death: 12 January 1881 - Melbourne, Victoria
House of Assembly: 13 September 1856
Electorate: Westbury
Party:
Positions Held:
Date of Departure: April 1862
Reason for Departure: Resigned
Legislative Council: (1) 17 March 1855 (2) 1 July 1875
Electorate: (1) Westbury (2) Meander
Party: Independent
Positions Held:
Date of Departure: (1) August 1856 (2) 12 January 1881
Reason for Departure: (1) Resigned to stand for HA. Successful. (2) Died in office.
Comments:
Father of Richard Field MHA. First elected at by-election after resignation of W. Archer.
House of Assembly Long Room Picture: 14