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Robert Harrison Smith

1848 – 1911

Member of the Queensland Legislative Council

Politician Auctioneer
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About Robert Harrison Smith

Lived 1848 – 1911 (aged 62–63). Robert Harrison Smith was a politician and auctioneer.

Robert Harrison Smith (1848 – 11 November 1911) was a member of both the Queensland Legislative Council and the Queensland Legislative Assembly.

Early life Smith was born in 1848 at Castleblayney, County Monaghan, Ireland to John Smith and his wife Mary (née Monaghan). He was educated at local schools before attending Queen's College, Belfast. He worked as an auctioneer and after his arrival in Queensland, Australia, was a member of the Queensland Garrison Artillery. He held the seat for fourteen years before retiring at the 1902 state election.

Two years later, Smith was appointed by premier Arthur Morgan to the Queensland Legislative Council, remaining there until his death in 1911.

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Important facts

Born
1848, Castleblayney
Birth century
Nationality
Irish Australian
Education
Queen's University Belfast, Queen's College, Belfast
Positions held
Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Harrison Smith?

Member of the Queensland Legislative Council

When was Robert Harrison Smith born?

Robert Harrison Smith was born in 1848 in Castleblayney.

When did Robert Harrison Smith die?

Robert Harrison Smith died on 11 November 1911 in Toowong.

What was Robert Harrison Smith's occupation?

Robert Harrison Smith was a politician and auctioneer.

What nationality was Robert Harrison Smith?

Robert Harrison Smith's recorded nationality: Irish Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Harrison Smith

· Wikidata: Q19879141

· DBpedia: Robert Harrison Smith

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