Historical information
M.J.Ryan (J.P.), was elected as a member of Ballarat Shire Council in 1897 to 1915,and 1918 to 1953. He was elected Shire President in 1902-03,1908-09,1914-15,1923-24,1932-33,1938-39, 1944-45,1950-51.
Significance
Original Historic Photo of all councilors for the year 1942-43.
Physical description
Sepia photo,rectangular with curved top,of Councilor M.J.Ryan,(J.P.), situated left side of second row of collection of photos of all councilors for the year 1942-43.
Inscriptions & markings
Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council by Councilor R.T.White,(J.P.),President 1942-43.
