Hayes Marriott facts for kids

Sir Hayes Marriott (born around 1873, died February 9, 1929) was an important British official. He worked in countries that were part of the British Empire. He joined the government service in the Straits Settlements in 1896. He became the Colonial Secretary before he retired in 1928. The Straits Settlements were a group of British territories in Southeast Asia.

Working for the British Empire

Hayes Marriott started his career in November 1896. He joined the Straits Settlement Civil Service as a cadet. A cadet was like a trainee for government work.

Between 1897 and 1900, he worked as a District Officer in Malacca. This meant he helped manage a local area. From 1905 to 1908, he was the Collector of Land Revenue in Singapore. This role involved collecting taxes related to land.

In 1911, Marriott became the Superintendent of Census. He also worked as an Inspector of Prisons. In the same year, he was the acting Resident of Malacca until 1912. A Resident was a high-ranking British official.

From 1912 to 1920, Marriott worked closely with the Governor. He was the Private Secretary to the Governor of the Straits Settlements. He also worked for the High Commissioner of the Malay States.

During World War I, many people were away fighting. Marriott took on extra jobs because there weren't enough workers. He was an acting Auditor General and Custodian of Enemy Property. He also served as acting Treasurer from 1917 to 1918.

Between 1919 and 1928, Marriott often stepped in for others. He would act as the Officer Administering the Government. This happened when the Governor was away. He also acted as Colonial Secretary when that position was empty.

From 1920 to 1926, Marriott was the General Adviser to Johore. This was another important role in the region. At the same time, he also acted as the Colonial Secretary.

Finally, from 1925 to 1928, Marriott became the 15th Colonial Secretary. This was the highest position he held. He took over after Mr. Edward Shaw Hose retired.

Family Life

Hayes Marriott's father was Rev. W. H. Marriott. He was a vicar in Thrussington, England.

Hayes Marriott married Alice Smith on June 2, 1908. They got married in Singapore. Alice's father was J. R. Smith from Yorkshire, England. Hayes and Alice had two sons together. Their names were John and Richard.

Retirement and Passing

Sir Hayes Marriott worked for the British Empire for over thirty years. He planned to retire at the end of 1927. He was the Colonial Secretary of the Straits Settlement at that time.

However, the Governor changed in mid-1928. Marriott decided to stay on for the rest of 1928. This was so Sir Hugh Clifford could take a break. Marriott wanted to make sure the government was in safe hands.

Marriott finally left Singapore to retire on December 16, 1928. He arrived in England on January 26, 1929. Sadly, he caught pneumonia and passed away on February 9, 1929. Pneumonia is a serious lung infection. His wife, Lady Marriott, also died a week later. She passed away on February 16, also from pneumonia.

Awards and Honours

Marriott received several special awards for his service. These awards are called honours.

He was appointed a Companion of the Order of St. Michael and St. George (CMG). This happened on June 3, 1924. It was part of the King's Birthday Honours list for that year.

He was also made a Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE). This honour was given on June 3, 1927. It was also part of the King's Birthday Honours. Being a Knight Commander meant he could use "Sir" before his name.