Andrew Heron Wilson (24 August 1844 – 29 August 1906) was a politician in colonial

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, and a member of the

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Early life

Wilson was son of Andrew Wilson and Grace (Heron) his wife, was born at Ayr, Scotland, and educated at the

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. He emigrated to Queensland in 1864, and became a large saw-mill owner at

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. He was married at Cunning Park, Ayr, to Miss Jessie Adam.

Politics

Wilson was called to the Legislative Council in 1883 where he served until his death in 1906.

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Early life

Politics

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