Robert Stout
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Sir Robert Stout KCMG (28 September 1844 – 19 July 1930) 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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Sir Robert Stout | |
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13th Premier of New Zealand | |
Monarch | Victoria |
Governor | William Jervois |
In office 16 August 1884 – 28 August 1884 | |
Preceded by | Harry Atkinson |
Succeeded by | Harry Atkinson |
In office 3 September 1884 – 8 October 1887 | |
Preceded by | Harry Atkinson |
Succeeded by | Harry Atkinson |
4th Chief Justice of New Zealand | |
In office 25 May 1899 – 31 January 1926 | |
Nominated by | Richard Seddon |
Appointed by | Earl Ranfurly |
Preceded by | James Prendergast |
Succeeded by | Charles Skerrett |
Personal details | |
Born | (1844-09-28)28 September 1844 Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland, United Kingdom |
Died | 19 July 1930(1930-07-19) (aged 85) Wellington, New Zealand |
Political party | Liberal (1889–1896) |
Spouse | Anna Paterson Logan (m. 1876) |
Children | 6, including Duncan |
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