Francis Neilson
Francis Neilson | |
|---|---|
| Member of Parliament for Hyde | |
| In office 1910–1916 | |
| Preceded by | Charles Duncan Schwann |
| Succeeded by | Owen Jacobsen |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 26 January 1867 Birkenhead, England |
| Died | 13 April 1961 Port Washington, Long Island, New York. |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Spouse | Helen Swift |
Francis Neilson (26 January 1867 – 13 April 1961) was an accomplished British-born American actor, playwright and stage director. He was also a political figure and former member of the British House of Commons. An avid lecturer, Neilson was an author of more than 60 books, plays and opera librettos and the most active leader in the Georgist movement.