Richard Goldsbrough
Richard Goldsbrough | |
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"Colonial John Bull" in the 1874 Weekly Times | |
| Born | 17 October 1821 |
| Died | 8 April 1886 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Occupation | wool merchant |
| Spouse | Emma Hodgson |
| Children | c.3 |
Richard Goldsbrough (17 October 1821 – 8 April 1886) was an English-born Australian businessman who was involved in the wool industry in the 19th century.
Goldsbrough took little part in public life, although he was a steward of the Victoria Racing Club from its formation in 1864 until 1886. He was essentially a business man, always abreast of the times. He had played an important role in the development of the wool trade of Australia.