Colonial Treasurer 27.11.1911 - 11.4.1912
(McGowen Ministry No.34 21.10.1910 - 29.6.1913)
Born Cork Ireland June 1854, son of Thomas, barrister, and Margaret.
Arrived in Victoria 1858 with mother following early death of father. Mother’s death followed shortly and adopted by Dr Smith who also died, leaving him at 12 years of age an orphan.
Education limited, butcher’s assistant, blacksmith, successful coach builder in Alexandria, Sydney.
Foundation secretary Wool and Basil Workers Union. Associated with foundation of model suburb Daceyville.
Alderman and Mayor Alexandria and foundation member of New South Wales Labor Party. Represented Botany 1895-1904, Alexandria 1904-1912.
Dacey was considered an example of high principle and good conduct.
Married Martha Ellen Douglass Horsham Victoria 1878.
Died 11 April 1912 . Came as a shock to the community, dying in a private hospital aged 57 years. He was accorded a state funeral 'charged with a demonstration of great public emotion'. The funeral service was held at St Brigid's Church Marrickville, Sydney and Dacey was buried in the Catholic section of Botany Cemetery with the Governor, Lord Chelmsford attending the graveside.
His estate valued for probate at £413
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Last updated: 04/02/2021
