The Dictionary of Sydney was archived in 2021.
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
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{"name":"Local politician","target":"","target_text":null,"date":{"#markup":"<span class='date'><\/span>"},"date_start":null,"date_end":null}
Position
1883 - 1900
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1894 - 1901
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1896 - 1917
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1898 - 1900
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1912 - 1917
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Property
Owner of
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Relationship
Sibling
{"name":"Sibling","target":"Harris, George","target_text":null,"date":{"#markup":"<span class='date'><\/span>"},"date_start":null,"date_end":null}
Sibling
{"name":"Sibling","target":"Harris, Margaret","target_text":null,"date":{"#markup":"<span class='date'><\/span>"},"date_start":null,"date_end":null}
Sibling
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