Algar William BURBURY (1901-1964)
Death of Mr. A. W. Burbury
Mr. Algar William Burbury, of Bloomfield, Ross, has died in Launceston at the age of 62.
A member of the Ross Council for 24 years, and deputy warden at the time of his death, Mr. Burbury was born at Oatlands, and lived in the Midlands most of his life.
His wife died about 12 months ago. He is survived by his son, William.
(Source: The Mercury, Monday, 18 May 1964)
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Arthur Henry BURBURY (1860-1926)
MR. A. H. BURBURY, OATLANDS
The death occurred suddenly at Waverley, near Oatlands, yesterday of Mr. Arthur Henry Burbury, one of the best-known pastoralists in the Midlands.
Mr. Burbury, who was born at Oatlands 67 years ago, was a son of Mr. William Burbury, of Inglewood, and was educated at Horton College, Ross, under the late Mr. W. W. Fox. He spent almost the whole of his life in the Midlands, being associated with the Inglewood and Charleton estate, as well as with other well-known Midland properties. He was a member of the Closer Settlement Board and was always closely associated with the interests of the pastoralist.
In his earlier years Mr. Burbury was one of the most prominent footballers in tasmania, and several times was a member of Tasmanian inter-State teams. He played with the Midlands Football Association, and in several North and South matches, and town and country fixtures. He was one of the best forwards of his day.
Mr. Burbury was also well known as a member of the Royal Agricultural Society, having on many occasions acted as judge for the society in the sheep, horse, and cattle sections.
He married Miss Hood, of Hobart, there being our children. One son died as a result of wounds received in Egypt during the Great War, and other members of the family are Mr. Lewis Burbury, of Cressy; Mr. Gordon Burbury, who is out of the state; and Miss Marjorie Burbury, matron of the Nurses' Home, Hobart. Mrs. Burbury is in Victoria, having gone there for a holiday.
(Source: The Mercury, 27 May 1926)
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Charles BURBURY (1861-1946)
Mr Charles Burbury
Mr Charles Burbury, who died at Hobart on Monday, was the third son of the late Mr William Burbury, of Inglewood, Andover, and a twin brother of Mr Frederick Burbury, of Hilly Park, Parattah.
Mr Burbury lived at Inglewood 67 years and was manager for a long period. In 1914 he became a partner in the pastoral business of Burbury Bros. Pty. Ltd. He retired in 1928 from the business, bought Bowsden, Jericho, and worked this property with his son Geoffrey.
He was a former office-bearer in the Tasmanian Farmers, Stockowners, and Orchardists' Association and was deeply interested in Tasmanian bird life.
He is survived by his wife, son, Geoffrey, and two daughters, Mrs E. M. Jones (Moonah), and Mrs G. Sinclair (Melbourne). Another daughter, Mrs G. Darling, died some years ago.
(Source: The Mercury, Friday, 22 November 1946)
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Douglas William BURBURY (1885-1935)
MR. D. W. BURBURY
DEATH AT TUMUT (N.S.W.)
The death occurred on Friday at his residence, Tumut, New South Wales, of Mr. Douglas William Burbury, eldest son of Mrs. Burbury and the late Mr. T. J. Burbury, of Park Farm, Jericho (T.). Mr. Burbury was born at Park Farm in 1885, and was educated at the Hobart Preparatory and Grammar School by the late Rev. J. Gray. In his younger days he was keen on sport, having been a member of the Trinity Hill Football Club and the Midland Hunt Club (under the late Mr. John Carr-Lord, who was Master of Hounds). He was secretary of the Jericho Cricket Club, and was a prominent player. He served in the Volunteer Cadets and Oatlands troop of the 12th Light Horse. About 30 years ago Mr. Burbury went to Mildura, Victoria, to gain experience in citrus fruit-growing, later going to the Adelong district in New South Wales, where he and his brothers, Robert and Thomas, took up land and engaged in woolgrowing. He saw active service in the Great War with the 35th Battalion, A.I.F., and was twice wounded. He took a keen interest in the affairs of R.S.S.I.L.A. at Tumut, and was a justice of the peace for the district. He married Miss Sharp, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Sharp, of Greenhill, Adelong. He is survived by his wife.
(Source: The Mercury, Monday, 9 September 1935)
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Francis Edward BURBURY (1866-1955)
Mr. F. E. Burbury
News of the death of Mr. F. E. Burbury at Malvern (Vic.) on Sunday will be received with regret by many older residents of Launceston. He was aged 90.
Mr. Burbury had retained his vigorous interest in many fields despite his age.
An outstanding botanist and flower-lover, he was president of the Launceston Horticultural Society for 36 years. He also did a lot of judging.
Mr. Burbury was a musician of outstanding ability and at one time had the largest collection of flute music in Australia. He also was deeply interested in photography, microscopical study and chess.
He is survived by his daughters Madge (Mrs. L. A. Moroney) and Phyllis (Mrs. P. Clare).
(Source: The Examiner, Thursday, 17 November 1955)
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