David Berry, Berry, NSW, Australia.
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S 34° 46.787 E 150° 41.770
56H E 289190 N 6148959
A memorial to the founding father of the township of Berry.
Waymark Code: WMBD9Q
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 05/09/2011
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David Berry (1795-1889) was an agriculturist & land owner in the Berry district. He left an estate valued at £1,250,000. During his life he was known for his generosity of spirit. He cared for his tenants, built schools for their children, introduced share farming & was concerned for the welfare of the local aborigines. He had an interest in science & experimented with paddle & screw propeller design, had two ships built along with extensive farm buildings & wharves. At the time of his death he had set aside funds for 3 churches. His funeral was conducted by local Church of England, Presbyterian and Methodist clergymen. His estate still exists to this day at Coolangatta & the township of Berry bears his name.
The memorial clearly demonstrates the respect for which he was held. The front of the memorial states: This memorial was erected by the Tenants and Friends of the late David Berry in remembrance of a kind and considerate landlord and true friend of the people.
The other three sides have inscribed the following: Arrived in the Colony 1836.
Born Fifeshire, Scotland 29 December 1795, Died Coolangatta 23 December 1889.
Unveiled by Mrs. John Hay of Coolangatta, 24th November 1897.
Website with more information on either the memorial or the person(s) it is dedicated to: [Web Link]
Location: David Berry Memorial Park
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