Bill Slater (politician)
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William Slater (c. 20 May 1890 – 19 June 1960) was an Australian lawyer, politician and diplomat.
Quick Facts The HonourableWilliam Slater, Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly for Dundas ...
William Slater | |
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Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly for Dundas | |
In office 15 November 1917 – 14 May 1932 | |
Preceded by | William Kennedy Smith |
Succeeded by | Athol Cooper |
In office 6 September 1932 – 8 November 1947 | |
Preceded by | Athol Cooper |
Succeeded by | William McDonald |
Member of the Victorian Legislative Council for Doutta Galla Province | |
In office 18 June 1949 – 19 June 1960 | |
Preceded by | Percy Clarey |
Succeeded by | John Tripovich |
1st Australian Minister to the Soviet Union | |
In office January 1943 – April 1943 | |
Succeeded by | Noël Deschamps (Chargé d'Affaires) |
Personal details | |
Born | (1890-05-20)20 May 1890 (approximate) Wangaratta, Victoria |
Died | 19 June 1960(1960-06-19) (aged 70) South Melbourne, Victoria |
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Labor Party |
Spouse | Mary Gordon (1923–1960) |
Children | 3 |
Profession | Lawyer |
Military service | |
Branch/service | Australian Imperial Force |
Years of service | 1915–1918 |
Rank | Private |
Unit | 10th Field Ambulance |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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