Historical information
Councilor Matthew John Ryan was first elected to council in1897-1915 and 1918-53.He was appointed Shire President in 1902-08-14-23-32-38-44-50
Significance
Original Historic Photo
Physical description
Sepia photo,oval in shape,of Councilor Matthew John Ryan J.P.Set in pinkish/tan mount with some decorative features surounding photo.It is on left side of middle row of collection of photos of all councilors for 1911-12.
Inscriptions & markings
Presented to the Ballarat Shire Council.J.Dickie Esq.J.P.President, 1911-12.
