John Hanly
ca. 1859 — 6 October 1935
Sergeant John Hanly (7A‑104‑27)
Hanly was a member of the Royal Irish Constabulary for five years before joining the Queensland Police aged 25. After initial service in Brisbane and Ipswich, Hanly spent the rest of his career in northern and western Queensland. In February 1907, Senior Constable Hanly received a 10/6 reward for prompt action at a fire in Charters Towers. He was promoted to Sergeant within the year and superannuated in October 1913. He received Imperial Service Medal from the Lieutenant-Governor, Sir Arthur Morgan, in December 1914. Hanly died on the 6th of October 1935 aged 76.
Acknowledgement
Story contributed by Kym Hyson. Used with permission.