Background
MACFARLANE, George James. C. M.G. was born on June 6, 1855. Son of late J. Macfarlane, Resident Magistrate, Natal.
MACFARLANE, George James. C. M.G. was born on June 6, 1855. Son of late J. Macfarlane, Resident Magistrate, Natal.
Studied at Maritzburg High School.
Served Zulu War, 1878-1879. Also throughout Siege of Ladysmith, 1900 (medal with clasp). Mayor of Pietermaritzburg, 1898- 1902.
Deputy Mayor, 1902-1903.
1901; Lieutenant-Colonel Natal Carabiniers.
Club: Victoria, Maritzburg.
Spouse 1888, Mary Maria,daughter of Walter Macfarlane, late Speaker Natal Legislative Assembly.