John Baker (Australian politician), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

John Baker (Australian politician)

Australian politician

Date of Birth: 28-Dec-1813

Place of Birth: Ilminster, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 19-May-1872

Profession: politician, farmer

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

John Baker (28 December 1813 – 19 May 1872) was an early South Australian pastoralist and politician.
He was the second Premier of South Australia, succeeding Boyle Travers Finniss; however, he only held office for 12 days from 21 August to 1 September 1857 before being succeeded by the third Premier of the colony, Robert Torrens.