James McColl

James Hiers McColl (31 January 1844 – 20 February 1929) was an Australian politician. McColl was born in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England, the son of Hugh McColl, and migrated with his family to Australia in 1853, but his mother died before they landed in Melbourne. McColl was educated at the Model School, Sandhurst and for a time at Scotch College, Melbourne. He married Emily Boyle in January 1867 and subsequently became an insurance agent ... more

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  • Jan 31, 1844

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  • Feb 20, 1929 (age 85 years)

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