John Henry Whitley
John Henry Whitley (8 February 1866 – 3 February 1935), often known as J. H. Whitley, was a British politician and Georgist. He was the final Liberal to serve as Speaker of the House of Commons, a role he held from 1921 to 1928.
The Right Honourable John Henry Whitley | |
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Whitley in 1915 | |
| Speaker of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom | |
| In office 28 April 1921 – 20 June 1928 | |
| Monarch | George V |
| Preceded by | James William Lowther |
| Succeeded by | Edward FitzRoy |
| Member of Parliament for Halifax | |
| In office 1900–1928 | |
| Succeeded by | Arthur Longbottom |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 8 February 1866 Halifax, Yorkshire |
| Died | 3 February 1935 (aged 68) Halifax, Yorkshire |
| Resting place | Lister Lane Cemetery, Halifax 53.7223°N 1.8741°W |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Alma mater | Clifton College |
| Occupation | Cotton miller |
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