Bertram Stevens
Australian politician, 25th Premier of NSW
Born
January 2nd, 1889
136 years ago
Died
March 24th, 1973
52 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as Premier of New South Wales
Contributed to accounting practices
Engaged in public service initiatives
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