John Fletcher (New Zealand politician)

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John Fletcher
John Shearer Fletcher.jpg
Member of the New Zealand Parliament
for Grey Lynn
In office
14 November 1928 12 November 1931
New Zealand Parliament
Preceded by Member of Parliament for Grey Lynn
1928–1931
Succeeded by