David Glyndur (Dini) Madders (1896–1971)
This article was published:
- in the Biographical Register of the Australian Labour Movement, 1788-1975
- online in 2021
David Glyndur (Dini) Madders (1896-1971) coal miner
Birth: 12 January 1896, Howard, Queensland. Son of John Madders, miner and unionist, and Mary Jane nee Evans. Brother of Tom and Robert. Death: 18 February 1971, Maryborough, Queensland.
- Coalminer, Burrum, Queensland.
- During 1930s, worked briefly at Howard, where he attempted unsuccessfully to establish a union, and at Bluff and Torbanlea;
- held positions of local check inspector, scrutineer & committeeman in Burgowan branch of Miners' Federation;
- supported Bill Orr as general president of Miners' Federation.
Sources
P. Thomas, 1986.
Additional Resources and Scholarship
- World War I service file, B2455, David Glyndior (sic) (National Archives of Australia)
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Madders, John Joseland (father)
- Madders, Thomas (brother)
- Madders, Robert (brother)
Citation details
'Madders, David Glyndur (Dini) (1896–1971)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/madders-david-glyndur-dini-31942/text39406, accessed 4 December 2024.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
12 January,
1896
Howard,
Queensland,
Australia
Death
18 February,
1971
(aged 75)
Maryborough,
Queensland,
Australia
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