Robert Stewart (Australian politician)
Australian politician
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Robert Muter Stewart, J. P., (17 December 1831 – 17 September 1908)[1][2] was a member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly, and acted as Colonial Secretary in the George Thorn and John Douglas Ministries from June 1876 to March 1877.[3]
Preceded byNew seat
Succeeded byRatcliffe Pring
Robert Muter Stewart | |
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| Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for Brisbane City | |
| In office 14 November 1873 – 1 February 1878 | |
| Preceded by | New seat |
| Succeeded by | Ratcliffe Pring |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Robert Muter Stewart 17 December 1831 |
| Died | 17 September 1908 (aged 76) |
| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth, widow of Alexander Hume |
| Occupation | Banking industry |
Stewart was born in Glasgow, Scotland.[1] Stewart was a member for Brisbane City in the Queensland Parliament from 14 November 1873 to 1 February 1878.[1][4] Stewart later resided in London and was a member of the Board of Advice to the Agent-General, and a director on the London Board of the Queensland National Bank.[3]
Stewart died in Hove, England on 17 September 1908.[1]