John Kelly (c. 1793 – 17 September 1854) was a Manx advocate who became

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of Castletown and a

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.''Mona's Herald.'' Wednesday, 20.09.1854 Page: 3''Manks Advertiser.'' Tuesday, August 21, 1832; Page: 11

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

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, Cornelius Smelt, on August 17, 1832. As a magistrate Kelly was said to have been judicious, impartial and highly competent.

Death

John Kelly died at his home in

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on Saturday September 17, 1854, following a short illness. Following Kelly's death he was succeeded as High Bailiff of Castletown by Sir James Gell.

References

1790s births 1854 deaths Manx judges Manx politicians {{IsleofMan-bio-stub