Frank Johnson (mayor)
Frank Johnson | |
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| Born | Template:Birth date Adelaide, South Australia |
| Died | April 25, 1921 (aged 65) |
| Occupation(s) | Auctioneer, politician |
| Years active | 1891–1909 |
| Known for | Mayor of Adelaide (1907–1909), chairman of South Australian Football Association, president of South Australian Dental Board |
Frank Johnson (27 April 1855 – 25 April 1921) held the office of mayor of Adelaide, South Australia between 1907 and 1909.
Originating from Hindley Street, Adelaide, he was the son of Thomas Johnson, who previously served as a representative for West and East Adelaide in the South Australian House of Assembly. Johnson received his education at J. L. Young's Adelaide Educational Institution before entering his father's boot-making trade, eventually establishing himself as a well-known auctioneer.
From 1891 to 1895, he acted as the councillor for Gawler ward on the Adelaide City Council, a role once occupied by his father. His family was distinguished in business circles: his brother Thomas Johnson Jr. was influential in Broken Hill, while another brother, Frederick Johnson, held the mayoralty of Charters Towers, Queensland. Though unmarried, his sister Mrs N. A. Mayfield fulfilled the duties of Lady Mayoress during his tenure as mayor.
Johnson took over from William Ashley Magarey as chairman of the South Australian Football Association. In addition to these roles, he was acknowledged for his oratory skills, involvement in Freemasonry, and leadership as president of the South Australian Dental Board.