Harris, Matthew

One of the third generation of the Harris family to live in Ultimo, Sir Matthew Harris spent much of his time managing his real estate investments. He was active in political and civic affairs and served as Mayor of Sydney 1898-1900.

Milestone

Born

Ireland

18 Sep 1841

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Arrived Sydney

1844

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Died

Sydney

08 Jun 1917

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Occupation

Landowner

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Local politician

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Position

Councillor

City of Sydney Council

1883 - 1900

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Member

New South Wales Legislative Assembly

1894 - 1901

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Director

Sydney Hospital

1896 - 1917

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Mayor

City of Sydney Council

1898 - 1900

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President

Sydney Hospital

1912 - 1917

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Property

Owner of

Warrane

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Relationship

Sibling

Harris, George

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Sibling

Harris, Margaret

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Sibling

Harris, William Henry

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The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.

Harris, Matthew