The Argus, Monday 30 August 1943
(Adelaide, South Australia)

Mr W. J. STEPHENS
The death occurred in a private hospital at Bendigo yesterday, after a long illness of Mr William John Stephens, former managing director and editor of the Bendigo Advertiser, in his 70th year. Mr Stephens was born in Cornwall, England, and came to Victoria as a child. He began work in the mines when 12, but by attending night classes at Bendigo School of Mines was later able to qualify as an accountant, attaining the highest degrees, including the ACA (Aust). He became secretary of the Bendigo Advertiser about 20 years ago, and from 1930 until a few months ago was managing director and editor of the paper. He leaves a widow and 4 children.

Contributed by Bob Bolitho