William Lithgow
Scottish born Auditor General in colonial New South Wales, Australia
About William Lithgow
Lived 1784 – 1864 (aged 80). William Lithgow was an Australian and British politician, auditor, banker, land owner and magistrate.
William Lithgow (1 January 1784 – 11 June 1864) was educated at the University of Edinburgh, graduating as a Licentiate of the Church of Scotland. He was the Auditor-General of the colony of New South Wales in Australia.
Lithgow was born in Scotland. He was an appointed member of the New South Wales Legislative Council from 30 January 1829 to 30 April 1852. He was Auditor-General from 8 November 1824 to 30 April 1852.
Lithgow died in St Leonards, New South Wales on 11 June 1864.
Legacy The city of Lithgow in New South Wales was named in honour of William Lithgow by his friend, and Surveyor General of New South Wales, John Oxley.
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Who was William Lithgow?
Scottish born Auditor General in colonial New South Wales, Australia (1784-1864)
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William Lithgow was born on 1 January 1784 in Scotland.
When did William Lithgow die?
William Lithgow died on 11 June 1864 in Sydney.
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William Lithgow was a politician, auditor, banker, land owner and magistrate.
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William Lithgow was Australian and British.
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· DBpedia: William Lithgow (auditor-general)
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