John Iltyd Nicholl facts for kids
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John Nicholl
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| Member of Parliament for Cardiff |
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| In office 1832–1852 |
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John Iltyd Nicholl
21 August 1797 Llan-maes, Wales |
| Died | 27 January 1853 (aged 55) Rome, Italy |
| Nationality | British |
| Political party | Conservative |
| Alma mater | Christ Church, Oxford |
John Nicholl (born August 21, 1797 – died January 27, 1853) was an important Welsh politician. He served as a Member of the UK Parliament, representing the area of Cardiff for many years. For a short time in 1835, he also held a special role as a Lord Commissioner of the Treasury. His father, Sir John Nicholl, was also a judge and politician, just like his son.
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About John Nicholl
His Early Life and Education
John Nicholl was born in 1797. His parents were John Nicholl and Judy Birt. He went to Westminster School for his early education. In 1816, he earned a spot at Christ Church, Oxford, a famous university.
He studied Classics and achieved top grades. Later, in 1825, he earned a special law degree called a Doctor of Civil Law. The next year, he became an Advocate of the Doctors' Commons. This meant he could argue cases in certain courts.
Family and Home
In 1821, John Nicholl married Jane Harriet. Her father was Thomas Mansel Talbot. Jane Harriet was also the sister of Christopher Rice Mansel Talbot.
John and Jane Harriet had seven children together. When his father passed away in 1838, John inherited the family home. This grand estate was called Merthyr Mawr House. His oldest son, John Cole Nicholl, later inherited the estate from him.
John Nicholl's Political Journey
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In the 1832 election, John Nicholl was elected to the House of Commons. This is the main part of the UK Parliament where laws are made. He won the seat for Cardiff. This meant he represented the people of Cardiff in the government.
Important Government Roles
On March 14, 1835, John Nicholl was given a new job. He became a Lord Commissioner of the Treasury. This role involved helping to manage the government's money. He held this position until April 18 of the next year.
Nicholl also held another important role called the Master of the Faculties. In 1838, he became the Vicar-General of the Province of Canterbury. This was a special legal position within the Church of England, and his father had held it before him.
Advisor and Board Member
In 1841, John Nicholl was appointed Judge Advocate General. This meant he was the chief legal advisor for military law. At the same time, he was sworn into the Privy Council. This is a group of important advisors to the King or Queen.
Later, in 1846, he joined the Board of Trade. This board helped to manage and improve trade within the country.
End of His Parliamentary Career
John Nicholl continued to serve in Parliament for many years. However, in 1852, he lost his seat in the election. The new Member of Parliament for Cardiff was Walter Coffin.
