Arthur Snowden
| Arthur Snowden | |
|---|---|
 | |
| 44th Mayor of Melbourne | |
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In office 1892–1895 | |
| Preceded by | Matthew Lang |
| Succeeded by | William Strong |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
29 July 1829 Dartford, Kent, England |
| Died |
18 June 1918 Collingwood, Victoria |
| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth |
| Religion | Anglican |
Sir Arthur Snowden (29 July 1829 – 18 June 1918) was an Australian lawyer, politician and mayor of Melbourne from 1892–95.[1]
Snowden was born in Dartford, Kent, England, and migrated to Australia in 1852. He joined the Melbourne City Council in 1891, and was elected mayor three times. Following his stint on the Melbourne City Council, he served in the Victorian Legislative Council representing Melbourne Province from 1895 until 1904. Knighted in 1895 Snowden died at his Collingwood home on 18 June 1918.[2]
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