Born Ireland. Brother to William. Emigrated to Australia, arriving in 1842. A devout Methodist he created a business exporting gold from Australia and became a successful colonial businessman in Britain and Australia. In 1863 he moved to London where he ran the London business and entered British politics. He lived at Raleigh Hall, Brixton and died at Sydenham.
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Alexander McArthur
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Leysian Mission - McArthur
{Either side of a cartouche/shield:} Mission founded 1887 Buildings erected 1...
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Catholic Building Society
Started by Vincent Byrne and the Hon. Nona Byrne at 49 Harrington Road. 1966 moved to Great Peter Street, Westminster. 1972 moved to Strutton Ground, occupying a number of buildings at different ti...
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London Dungeon
Tourist attraction. It portrays various gory and macabre historical events, using a mixture of live actors, special effects and rides. Originally located in Tooley Street by London Bridge station, ...
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1 memorial
Herbert Stern
Son of Baron de Stern. Started in his father's banking business but left in about 1910 to form his own, Herbert Stern & Co. First Baron Michelham. Died 26 Prince's Gate.
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