James Alexander Park
James Alexander Park | |
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James Alexander Park at the 1902 New Zealand Municipal Conference in Wellington. | |
| 27th Mayor of Dunedin | |
| In office 1902–1903 | |
| Preceded by | George Lyon Denniston |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Scott |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1854 Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Died | 1928 (aged 73–74) Dunedin, New Zealand |
| Spouse | Margaret Dunbar Ross |
| Children | 12 |
| Profession | Auctioneer, estate agent |
James Alexander Park (1854 – 1928) was a New Zealand businessman and local politician who served as Mayor of Dunedin from 1902 to 1903.
Early life
Park was born in 1854 in Edinburgh, Scotland, he spent part of his early life in Tasmania before moving to Dunedin in 1863.[1][2]
Business career
He worked as an auctioneer and estate agent in Dunedin where he was associated with established firms and active in the city's commercial life.[1]
Political career
Park served on the Dunedin City Council before his election as mayor. He held office from 1902 to 1903, following George Lyon Denniston and preceding Thomas Scott.[3][4]
Personal life
In 1880 Park married Margaret Dunbar Ross with whom he had twelve children. His wife was noted for her involvement in women's suffrage activities in New Zealand.[1]
Death
Park died in Dunedin in 1928, age 74.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d "M. D. Park". New Zealand History. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
- ^ "Park, James Alexander, 1854-1928". National Library of New Zealand. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
- ^ "Local and General". Otago Witness. 4 August 1915. p. 45. Retrieved 4 January 2026.
- ^ "Municipal Affairs". Papers Past. National Library of New Zealand. Retrieved 4 January 2026.