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H. J. Holden
For the motor vehicle produced in Australia 1974–1976, see Holden HJ.
Henry James Holden (18 July 1859 – 6 March 1926) was an Australian businessman, a partner in Holden & Frost, which became the automobile manufacturer Holden.
He was a longstanding member of the Kensington and Norwood Corporation, and served as mayor for nine years.
History
Henry was born in Adelaide the eldest child of James Alexander Holden (1 April 1835 – 1 June 1887) and his wife Mary Elizabeth Holden, née Phillips (9 December 1839 – 17 April 1914).
Henry james holden biography of albert
He was educated at the Norwood College run by Thomas Caterer, followed by Hahndorf College.[1]
In August 1885 J. A. Holden sold to Henry and to H. A. Frost his interest in the retail arm of the company,[2] which was in financial difficulties.
In November 1885 the company became Holden & Frost with the formal introduction into the partnership of Frost, who had brought to the company additional capital.
In 1886