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Holroyd, Arthur Todd (1806 - 1887) |
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| Physician, Barrister and Politician | |
| Born: 1 December 1806 London, England. Died: 15 June 1887 Sherwood Scrubs, New South Wales, Australia. | |
| Arthur Todd Holroyd was heavily involved in law and politics in New South Wales during the mid to late 1800s. After graduating in medicine Holyrod worked for some time as a physician in the United Kingdom, then turned his attentions to law. He eventually migrated first to New Zealand (1843) and then Australia (1844) where he soon joined the New South Wales Bar. Holroyd built up a successful legal practice, which involved acting as crown prosecutor on occasions. In 1851 he entered New South Wales parliament and remained a member until 1864. Holroyd also involved himself in business activities which included a stint as director of the Australian Mutual Provident Society, director of Ophir Gold Mining Co. and a member of the Chamber of Commerce. |
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