1898 1900

What Happened This Year 1899

All Events 38 Births 267 Deaths 65

People Who Died in 1899

James Service

Scottish-Australian politician, Premier of Victoria

Born

November 27th, 1823 202 years ago

Died

1899 127 years ago — 76 years old

A Scottish-Australian politician served as the 12th Premier of Victoria from 1880 to 1881. Service immigrated to Victoria during the gold rush. He held various positions within the government, including being a member of the Legislative Assembly. His leadership focused on public works and railway development.

Charles Chiniquy

Priest and theologian with writings

Born

July 30th, 1809 216 years ago

Died

1899 127 years ago — 90 years old

Born in Canada, became a priest and later a prominent theologian in the 19th century. Served in the Catholic Church before converting to Protestantism. Authored numerous works, including '50 Years in the Church of Rome,' detailing experiences within the church and criticisms of Catholic doctrine. Established a community and developed schools and churches in the United States after moving there. Engaged in debates on theology and was influential in the adoption of certain Protestant views in North America.