About John Grice
Lived 1850 – 1935 (aged 84). John Grice was an Australian businessperson.
Sir John Grice (6 October 1850 – 27 February 1935) was an Australian businessman, company director and University of Melbourne vice-chancellor.
Biography Grice was born in Selly Oak, fourth son of Richard Grice, a Selly Oak merchant. He studied at Aston University 1861–66 and the just-opened Wesley College, Melbourne (where he was the first boy to matriculate and qualify for the University of Melbourne ). Grice graduated LL.B. in 1871, and BA in 1872.
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Who was John Grice?
Australian businessman (1850-1935)
When was John Grice born?
John Grice was born on 6 October 1850.
When did John Grice die?
John Grice died on 27 February 1935.
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John Grice was a businessperson.
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John Grice was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Grice. https://biography.guide/john-grice/
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