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The tree was planted in memory of Alderman H. C. Taylor (after whom the park was named), in recognition of his outstanding services to Queanbeyan. Alderman Taylor was a former Mayor of Queanbeyan. The plaque was unveiled at the tree in November 1959.
Alderman Henry Charles ("Harry") Taylor, of Kent Road, Queanbeyan, died in Queanbeyan District Hospital yesterday morning after an illness of about four weeks aged 67. Alderman Taylor was a member of Queanbeyan Municipal Council for 35 years and mayor 13 years, including a continuous period of 11 years from 1940 to 1950 inclusive. He was also the oldest member of the Hospital Board. He was born at Michelago and opened his footwear business in Monaro Street in 1910. Ald. Taylor was the first member of the Queanbeyan Bowling Club. He was also a foundation member of the Queanbeyan Rifle Club and a keen shooter.
The Canberra Times (ACT), 7 October 1958.
Location
| Address: | Yass Road, Taylor Park, Queanbeyan, 2620 |
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| State: | NSW |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -35.347291 Long: 149.244808 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Tree |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Government - Local |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Saturday 4th July, 1959 |
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MUNICIPALITY OF QUEANBEYAN
THIS TREE
Was Planted on 4th July 1959
IN MEMORY OF THE LATE
ALDERMAN H.C.TAYLOR
After Whom This Park Is Named
IN RECOGNITION OF HIS OUTSTANDING
SERVICES TO QUEANBEYAN
7-11-1959
