When was Robert Stout born?

Robert Stout was born on 28 September 1844 in Lerwick.

What positions has Robert Stout held?

Positions held by Robert Stout include: Chief Justice of New Zealand (1899–1926); Minister of Education of New Zealand (1885–1887); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1884–1887); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1884–1884); Attorney-General of New Zealand (1884–1887).

Where did Robert Stout study?

Robert Stout was educated at University of Otago.

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Robert Stout

New Zealand politician and surveyor (1844-1930)

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Sir Robert Stout was a New Zealand politician who was the 13th premier of New Zealand on two occasions in the late 19th century, and later Chief Justice of New Zealand. He was the only person to hold both these offices. He was noted for his support of liberal causes such as women's suffrage, and for his strong belief that philosophy and theory should always triumph over political expediency.

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Born: 28 September 1844 wd
Place of birth: Lerwick wd
Died: 19 July 1930 wd
Place of death: Wellington wd
Citizenship: United Kingdom, New Zealand wd
Occupation: politician, lawyer, judge, surveyor wd
Political party: New Zealand Liberal Party wd
Education: University of Otago wd
Spouse: Anna Stout wd

Positions held wd

Chief Justice of New Zealand (25 May 1899 – 31 January 1926)
Minister of Education of New Zealand (8 January 1885 – 8 October 1887)
Prime Minister of New Zealand (3 September 1884 – 8 October 1887)
Prime Minister of New Zealand (16 August 1884 – 28 August 1884)
Attorney-General of New Zealand (16 August 1884 – 8 October 1887)
Attorney-General of New Zealand (13 October 1877 – 8 October 1879)
Member of the New Zealand Parliament

Awards wd

Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George

Questions

When was Robert Stout born?: Robert Stout was born on 28 September 1844 in Lerwick.
What positions has Robert Stout held?: Positions held by Robert Stout include: Chief Justice of New Zealand (1899–1926); Minister of Education of New Zealand (1885–1887); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1884–1887); Prime Minister of New Zealand (1884–1884); Attorney-General of New Zealand (1884–1887).
Where did Robert Stout study?: Robert Stout was educated at University of Otago.

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