John Kelly (bailiff)
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John Kelly | |
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Personal details | |
Born | circa 1793 Isle of Man |
Died | Script error: The function "death_date_and_age" does not exist. Castletown, Isle of Man |
Nationality | Manx |
Profession | Advocate |
John Kelly (circa 1793 – 17 September 1854) was a Manx advocate who became High Bailiff of Castletown and a Member of the House of Keys.[1][2]
Biography
Born and raised on the Isle of Man, John Kelly pursued a career in the legal profession following his schooling. He was appointed High Bailiff of Castletown by the Isle of Man's Lieutenant Governor, Cornelius Smelt, on August 17, 1832.[2] As a magistrate Kelly was said to of been judicious, impartial and highly competent.
Death
John Kelly passed away at his home in Castletown, Isle of Man on Saturday September 17, 1854, following a short illness.[1] Following Kelly's death he was succeeded as High Bailiff of Castletown by Sir James Gell.