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Philanthropist William Gillies buried in unmarked grave seeks memorial funding
7 hours ago
William Gillies, a philanthropist who left £10,000 to Victoria's education system in 1925, is buried in an unmarked grave in Box Hill Cemetery. His bequest funded numerous school bands and libraries, significantly enhancing education for decades. The Box Hill Historical Society aims to raise $2400 for a plaque to honor his contributions.
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