Charles Meglin (1839–1874)
Charles Meglin, one of the original prospectors of the Walhalla Company, died at his residence near Melbourne a few days since. The Walhalla Chronicle states that the deceased, who had been ailing for some time, was not only the owner of valuable property in the metropolis, but one of the largest shareholders in the Walhalla mine. He was about 40 years of age, and it is currently reported that his property and shares are worth £80,000.
Original publication
Additional Resources and Scholarship
- probate, Gippsland Times (Vic), 28 July 1874, p 3
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Meglin, Mathilde Friedericke (sister)
- Meglin, Auguste Elise (sister)
Citation details
'Meglin, Charles (1839–1874)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/meglin-charles-16393/text28354, accessed 19 June 2025.
Life Summary [details]
Alternative Names
- Meglin, Carl Friedrich
Birth
Death
27 April,
1874
(aged 34)
East Melbourne, Melbourne,
Victoria,
Australia
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