Category:Matthew Barnett (bookmaker)

Matthew Frank Barnett (6 June 1859 – 28 January 1935) was a bookmaker and philanthropist from Christchurch, New Zealand. He donated the statue of James Cook in Victoria Square to the city. His family dwelling, Wharetiki House, was a prominent landmark at 854 Colombo Street in the Christchurch Central City until its demolition in July 2011.

Matthew Barnett 

New Zealand businessman (1859-1935)
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Date of birth	6 June 1859 Avoca
Date of death	28 January 1935 Wharetiki
Place of burial	Bromley Cemetery
Country of citizenship	New Zealand
Residence	Wharetiki
Occupation	bookmaker
Sibling	Arthur Barnett
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