Died 1880London, England Spouse(s) Thyrza Beer Religion Jewish | Nationality British Name Julius Beer | |
Occupation Businessman, banker, newspaper baron |
Julius Beer (1836–1880) was a German-born English businessman, banker and newspaper baron. He owned The Observer from 1870 to 1880.
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Early life
Julius Beer was born in 1836 in Frankfurt, Germany.
Career
He made his fortune in the London Stock Exchange. He was a member of the London Banking Association.
In 1870, he purchased The Observer newspaper, which he owned until his death in 1880.
Personal life
He was married to Thyrza Beer (died 1881). They had a son and a daughter:
He died in 1880. His mausoleum has been listed as Grade II since 14 May 1974. It was designed by English architect John Oldrid Scott (1841–1913).
Buried inside Julius Beer Mausoleum in Highgate Cemetery:
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