About Robert Dower
Lived 1876 – 1964 (aged 88). Robert Dower was a South African cricketer.
Robert Reid Dower (4 June 1876 – 15 September 1964) was a Cape Colony cricketer who played in one Test match in 1899. He was also a lawyer.
Dower top-scored in each innings for Eastern Province XV against the touring English team in January 1899, with 30 and 37 as an opening batsman. He was selected to play in the first of two Tests three weeks later, but was not successful batting at number four, and never played another Test. He played only six first-class matches over 10 years, with a highest score of 17.
Dower and his wife Gertrude had four sons and a daughter. At the time of his death in September 1964, aged 88, he was South Africa's oldest living Test cricketer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Dower?
lawyer (1876-1964)
When was Robert Dower born?
Robert Dower was born on 4 June 1876 in Kokstad.
When did Robert Dower die?
Robert Dower died on 15 September 1964 in Cape Town.
What was Robert Dower's occupation?
Robert Dower was a cricketer.
What nationality was Robert Dower?
Robert Dower was South African.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Dower. https://biography.guide/robert-dower/
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