George Cooper (public servant)
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George Cooper (23 June 1793 – 7 April 1867) was a customs official and government administrator in Ireland, England, Australia and New Zealand. He was the first Colonial Treasurer and head of Customs of New Zealand.[1][2][3]
Quick Facts Honourable, 1st Colonial Treasurer ...
George Cooper | |
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1st Colonial Treasurer | |
In office 5 January 1840 – 9 May 1842 | |
Succeeded by | Alexander Shepherd |
Executive Council of New Zealand | |
In office 3 May 1841 – 9 May 1842 | |
New Zealand Legislative Council | |
In office 24 May 1841 – 9 May 1842 | |
Personal details | |
Born | 23 June 1793 Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland |
Died | 7 April 1867(1867-04-07) (aged 73) Geelong, Victoria |
Spouse | Emily Buck |
Children | George Sisson Cooper, Shaftesbury Cooper |
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