William Wadham

Background

Wadham was born in Oxford, England, and spent the earlier part of his adult life as a schoolteacher.

Career

He conducted some of the colony"s largest private surveys and land deals. He was spectacularly successful and built a fine residence "Rhyllion" on Robe Terrace, Medindie. In 1885 he was elected to the Legislative Council for the Northern District, but was forced to resign after his business collapsed.

He contested the House of Assembly seat of Flinders, but was unsuccessful.

Emily Jane Wadham (c 1853 – 3 August 1932)

youngest son Arthur Percy (c 1858 – 26 September 1916) died in England 1916. Interred in family vault, West Terrace.

Connections

Partner:

Dutton Green