James Brister
James Brister 1831 - 1896.
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Biography
Brister was born in Herts, England, on April 20, 1831, and died in Port Elizabeth on November 7, 1896. He was a well-known amateur actor and was married to Matilda Tee on July 5, 1860. He was the Mayor of Port Elizabeth from 1884-1890 and in 1894.
Training
Nothing is known about his training.
Career
In his professional life he was a furniture importer and manufacturer. He was also involved in the S A Milling Company, the Humewood Beach Hotel, the Zwartkops Boating Association, Port Elizabeth Institute Hospital, and athletics. Brister House and Brister Place and Crescent were named after him although Brister House has now been renamed.
Contribution to SA theatre, film, media and/or performance
Sources
Port Elizabeth: A Social Chronicle to the End of 1945. (Port Elizabeth: E.H. Walton Packaging (Pty) Ltd.) by Margaret Harradine.
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