About Charles Graham
Lived 1839 – 1886 (aged 46). Charles Graham was a politician, brewery, editor and squatter.
Charles James Graham was a politician in Queensland, Australia. He was a Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly. Graham represented the electorate of Clermont from 11 May 1872 to 4 January 1876.
Early life
Charles James Graham was born on 7 October 1839 in Hinxton, Cambridgeshire, England. He was educated at Uppingham and Peterhouse, graduating with a BA in 1862 before moving to Australia where he was a squatter.
Family
He married Mary Joseph Enright on 21 September 1871, and they had three children.
Politics
Graham was the Secretary for Public Lands from 15 July 1873 to 8 January 1874.
Later life After resigning from Parliament he was appointed Under Secretary for Public Instruction.
Director-General of Education 1876–1878
Later he became the editor (and later sole owner) of the Peak Downs Telegram.
He later moved to Orange, New South Wales where he operated a brewery.
Graham died on 18 March 1886 in Albany, Western Australia, Australia.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Charles Graham?
Queensland politician (1839–1886)
When was Charles Graham born?
Charles Graham was born on 7 October 1839 in Hinxton.
When did Charles Graham die?
Charles Graham died on 18 March 1886 in Albany.
What was Charles Graham's occupation?
Charles Graham was a politician, brewery, editor and squatter.
What nationality was Charles Graham?
Charles Graham's recorded nationality: English Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Charles Graham (Queensland politician)
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