Historical information
Councilor John Dalgliesh was elected as a member of council in 1866 until 1872 and again in 1880 until 1887.He was appointed Shire President for three terms, 1869-70,1883-84,1884-85.
Significance
Origin Historic photo which is part of a composite photo of councilors for the year 1885-86.
Physical description
Photo of Councilor John Dalgleish in sepia.It is oval and set at top right of light grey horse shoe shaped mount which is on a deeper grey mount,it has a gold edging around mount.
Inscriptions & markings
" PRESENTED BY THE PRESIDENT,G. RENNIE ESQ. TO THE BALLARAT SHIRE COUNCIL. 1885-86."