About Willie Parau Browne
Lived 1884 – 1957 (aged 73). Willie Parau Browne was a politician and businessperson.
William Parau Browne (17 February 1884 – 14 November 1957) was a Cook Islands businessman and politician. He served as a member of the Legislative Council during the 1950s.
Biography The son of a European trader, Browne was one of the most prominent businessmen in the Cook Islands. He owned the Royal Hall, which for many year was the only cinema in Rarotonga. Prior to films being screened, he would drive around the island handing out flyers, He frequently hosted parties at his home in the village of Nikao. He died in November 1957 at the age of 73.
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Who was Willie Parau Browne?
cook Islands businessman and politician (1884-1957)
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Willie Parau Browne was born on 17 February 1884.
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Willie Parau Browne died on 14 November 1957.
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Willie Parau Browne was a politician and businessperson.
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