Macarthur, James, 1798 – 1867
Biographical notes
James Macarthur (1798-1867), landowner, pastoralist and parliamentarian, was born at Elizabeth Farm, Parramatta, son of John and Elizabeth Macarthur. He married Emily, nee Stone, in 1838, by whom he had one daughter, Elizabeth (1840-1911). Actively involved in politics for most of his life he was elected a member of the NSW Legislative Assembly for the seat of West Division of Camden (1856-1857) and a member of the Legislative Council (1866-1867).[ref:ADB 2]
Papers
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- Macarthur, James, 1798 – 1867
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- D185-D188
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- Macarthur, James, 1798 – 1867
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- D116-D117
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- Macarthur, James, 1798 – 1867
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- MLMSS 326
Political service
Electorates
- Member of Legislative Assembly
Western Division of Camden, 1856 - 1857 - Member of Legislative Council
1866 - 1867