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Cookson, Reginald Gordon

Public servant who became Sydney City Coroner in 1945 after acting as a general state coroner since 1934. His criticism of tram drivers and workers for ignoring their responsibilities to the public prompted a tram strike in 1945 tram strike. He was appointed to the Paddington Court Bench in January 1946.

Milestone
Born
24 Nov 1885
Died
10 Mar 1955
Occupation
Position
City Coroner
1945 - 1946