About Edward Crooke
Lived 1861 – 1940 (aged 79). Edward Crooke was an Australian politician.
Edward Jolley Crooke (7 January 1861 – 23 October 1940) was an Australian politician.
Crooke was born in Rosedale to Edward Crooke and Maria Matilda Jamison. He attended Toorak Grammar School and Toorak College, and inherited his father's Rosedale property. He married Ada Menzies, He was a minister without portfolio from 19 November 1900 to 10 June 1902. Crooke served until his retirement in May 1922 and died in Melbourne 23 October 1940.
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Who was Edward Crooke?
Australian politician (1861-1940)
When was Edward Crooke born?
Edward Crooke was born on 7 January 1861 in Rosedale.
When did Edward Crooke die?
Edward Crooke died on 23 October 1940 in Melbourne.
What was Edward Crooke's occupation?
Edward Crooke was a politician.
What nationality was Edward Crooke?
Edward Crooke was Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edward Crooke. https://biography.guide/edward-crooke/
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