William Napier (lawyer)
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William "Royal Billy" Napier (1804–1879), was a Scottish lawyer and newspaper editor who primarily developed his career in Singapore, and was also the first Lieutenant-Governor of Labuan from 1848 to 1850.
Quick Facts 1st Lieutenant-Governor of Labuan, Governor ...
William Napier | |
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1st Lieutenant-Governor of Labuan | |
In office 1848–1850 | |
Governor | James Brooke |
Preceded by | Newly created |
Succeeded by | John Scott |
Personal details | |
Born | 1804 (1804) Scotland |
Died | 1879 (aged 74–75) England |
Spouse |
Maria Frances Vernon
(m. 1844–1879) |
Domestic partner | Unknown Malacca woman (1828–1831) |
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Parents |
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Relatives | David Skene Napier (brother) |
Residence(s) | London, England |
Occupation | lawyer, newspaper editor |
Profession | law |
Known for | First lawyer in Singapore |
Committees | Straits Settlements Association (Chairman) |
Other names | Royal Billy |
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