Samuel Harris

Samuel Harris QC (6 November 1815 – 9 June 1905) was a Manx advocate, businessman and philanthropist who became High Bailiff of Douglas and a member of the Legislative Council of the Isle of Man. He was also a founder of the Isle of Man Bank and a director of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company.

Biography Early life Samuel Harris was born in Douglas, Isle of Man, the eldest of two sons to Samuel Harris; a linen draper and wine & spirit merchant of North Quay, Douglas, and Ann (née Holyland). He was educated at a private school run by the Reverend Samuel Haining. In his capacity as High Bailiff Harris acted as Returning Officer for school board and poor law elections. and the Ladies Soup Dispensary. In 1897 he was also instrumental in raising money for the dependents of nineteen miners who lost their lives the Snaefell Mine Disaster.

Harris was offered the first Mayoralty of Douglas on the incorporation of the town in 1896 but turned it down, saying he had too many other commitments.

Death Samuel Harris died at his home, Marathon, Victoria Road, Douglas, on the evening of 9 June 1905.

Offices Tithe Agent High Bailiff Registrar of Deeds Diocesan Registrar Vicar General Chairman of Douglas Town Commissioners Chairman of Douglas Coal Fund