James Burns (shipowner), Date of Birth, Date of Death
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Australian businessman, shipowner and philanthropist
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About James Burns (shipowner)
- Sir James Burns KCMG (10 February 1846 – 22 August 1923) was a noted businessman, shipowner and philanthropist in Australia.
- In particular, he is known as the co-founder of Burns Philp and Company, a shipping and trading company, and for establishing the Burnside Presbyterian Homes for Children in North Parramatta (now known as UnitingCare Burnside), a children and family welfare organisation.
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