Edward Higham

Edward Henry Higham (26 July 1846 – 20 April 1885) was a Member of the Western Australian Legislative Council from 1880 to 1884.

The son of a baker, Edward Higham was born in Brackley, Northamptonshire, England (one source says Oxfordshire[1]) on 26 July 1846.

In 1853 his family emigrated to Western Australia, settling in Fremantle and opening a bakery and confectionery shop.

By 1870 his mother had created a second business – M. Higham and Sons, selling clothing and furnishing – and Edward became a partner in the firm.

On 10 February 1880, Edward Higham became a Member of the Western Australian Legislative Council, holding the seat of Fremantle until 21 October 1884.