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politician

Thomas John Treloar was an Australian politician.

Education

Born in Tamworth, New South Wales, he was educated at Sydney Grammar School before returning to Tamworth as a shopkeeper.

Career

He eventually became a company director before serving in World War I 1915-1918 and World World War II 1942-1946. In 1949, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Country Party member for Gwydir, defeating Labor minister William Scully. He died in 1953, necessitating a by-election for his seat.