Bob Sherrington
Sugar farmer and politician, Senator for Queensland, Australia
About Bob Sherrington
Lived 1902 – 1966 (aged 64). Bob Sherrington was an Australian politician, chemist, farmer and inspector.
Robert Duncan Sherrington (21 January 1902 – 16 March 1966) was an Australian politician. Born in Maryborough, Queensland, he was educated there before becoming a sugar mill chemist and field cane inspector. He was a cane grower from 1943. In 1961, he was elected to the Australian Senate as a Liberal Senator for Queensland. He remained in the Senate until his death in 1966. Bill Heatley was appointed to replace him.
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Who was Bob Sherrington?
Sugar farmer and politician, Senator for Queensland, Australia (1902–1966)
When was Bob Sherrington born?
Bob Sherrington was born on 21 January 1902 in Maryborough.
When did Bob Sherrington die?
Bob Sherrington died on 16 March 1966.
What was Bob Sherrington's occupation?
Bob Sherrington was a politician, chemist, farmer and inspector.
What nationality was Bob Sherrington?
Bob Sherrington was Australian.
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