Arthur George Roth (1882–1919)
from Herald
Mr. Arthur George Roth, who died at his home, The Crescent, Sandringham, on Friday, was a member of the Victorian Socialist Party for a long time. He frequently lectured on Socialism and took part in the executive work of the party. Mr. Roth originally was educated for the Baptist ministry, and travelled to England for the purpose. On returning to Australia he identified himself closely with the Labor and Socialist movements. On Saturday the funeral was held, the cortege proceeding to the Footscray Cemetery. A large number of Labor and Socialist representatives were present, and the coffin was draped in the red flag. At the graveside short speeches were delivered by Mr. E. Holloway, on behalf of the Australian Labor Party; and Mr. Scott-Bennett, in the name of the Socialist Party.
Original publication
Other Obituaries for Arthur George Roth
- Socialist (Melbourne), 25 April 1919, p 1
Additional Resources and Scholarship
- profile, Brighton Southern Cross (Vic), 10 November 1917, p 6
- is fined heavily for making statements likely to prejudice recruitment to the AIF, Daily Standard (Brisbane), 31 August 1918, p 4
- tribute, Socialist (Melbourne), 9 May 1919, p 2
Related Entries in NCB Sites
- Roth, Arthur George
- Roth, Elizabeth Jane (mother)
- Goble, Joseph Hunter (uncle)
- Ross, Robert Samuel (colleague)
- Holloway, Edward James (colleague)
- Scott Bennett, Harry (colleague)
Citation details
'Roth, Arthur George (1882–1919)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/roth-arthur-george-34804/text43826, accessed 9 November 2024.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
1882
Port Melbourne, Melbourne,
Victoria,
Australia
Death
18 April,
1919
(aged ~ 37)
Sandringham, Melbourne,
Victoria,
Australia
Cause of Death
Religious Influence
Includes the religion in which subjects were raised, have chosen themselves, attendance at religious schools and/or religious funeral rites; Atheism and Agnosticism have been included.