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Thomas Ley (28 October 1880 – 29 August 1947) was an Australian politician and convicted murderer. He served as a member of the Australian House of Representatives and later as a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly. Ley's political career was overshadowed by his criminal activities, which ultimately led to his conviction for murder.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Thomas Ley was born on 28 October 1880 in Bath, Somerset, England. He emigrated to Australia with his family in 1886. Ley was educated at Sydney Boys High School and later studied law, becoming a solicitor.
Political Career[edit | edit source]
Ley entered politics as a member of the Nationalist Party of Australia. He was elected to the Australian House of Representatives for the seat of Barton in 1922. During his time in federal politics, Ley was known for his conservative views and strong stance against communism.
In 1925, Ley transitioned to state politics, winning a seat in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly for the electorate of Hurstville. He served as the Minister for Justice from 1927 to 1930.
Criminal Activities[edit | edit source]
Ley's political career was marred by allegations of corruption and criminal behavior. He was implicated in several suspicious disappearances and deaths, including those of political opponents. Ley's most notorious crime was the murder of John Thomas Smith, a fellow politician.
In 1947, Ley was arrested and charged with the murder of Smith. He was found guilty and sentenced to death. However, his sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment due to his deteriorating mental health. Ley died in prison on 29 August 1947.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Thomas Ley's life and career remain a dark chapter in Australian political history. His actions have been the subject of numerous books and documentaries, highlighting the intersection of politics and crime.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Australian House of Representatives
- New South Wales Legislative Assembly
- Nationalist Party of Australia
- Barton, New South Wales
- Hurstville, New South Wales
- Minister for Justice (New South Wales)
- John Thomas Smith (Australian politician)
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