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Central West (Bathurst, Orange, Mudgee) · Obituaries & funerals

Obituaries & funerals, 1917

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Death of Mr. S. Harman Sen

Lithgow Mercury · Wednesday 21 February 1917 · page 2

Word was received in Lithgow yesterday morning to the effect that Mr. Samuel Harman, sen., a very old resident of Lithgow, had died in Sydney Hospital during the…

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The Death of E. Turner

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 22 February 1917 · page 26

Further particulars are now to had re the death of E. Turner, reported last week. It would appear that deceased was falling a…

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Sudden Death Passing of Dr. Bassett. Tribute by Prominent Citizen

The Bathurst Times · Thursday 22 February 1917 · page 3

The city was profoundly shocked yesterday evening with the intelligence of the death of Dr. Prichard Bassett. At first there was a suspicion that ti could…

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Death of Sergt. F. Bootle

Molong Argus · Friday 23 February 1917 · page 4

The sad news reached Molong on Wednesday of the death of Sergt. Francis Bootle, son of Mr and Mrs F. J. E Bootle, Orange, which took place…

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Death of Mr. Alex. Russell

Lithgow Mercury · Friday 23 February 1917 · page 4

The death occurred of Mr. Alexander Russell at his residence. Dudley-street, Newcastle, on February 19. The late Mr. Russell came from Scotland as mining manager to the…

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Lawson. Death of an Old Resident

Lithgow Mercury · Friday 23 February 1917 · page 3

Mrs. W. Parkes, an old and highly respected resident, passed away at her residence "Waratah," on Sunday, after a painful illness extending over three months. The deceased lady,…

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The Late Dr. B[?]ssott the Funeral

National Advocate · Saturday 24 February 1917 · page 2

The widespread and profound sympathy created in Bathurst by the sudden death of Dr. William Pritchard Frederick Bassett, was reflected…

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The Funeral

Lithgow Mercury · Monday 26 February 1917 · page 2

The funeral took place, on Saturday afternoon, interment being made in the old Presbyterian cemetery, Bowenfels, A short service was conducted at the residence prior…

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Late Mr Geo. Raffan a Bowlers' Memorial

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Monday 26 February 1917 · page 1

There was a great gathering of bowlers on the Randwick green, when representative from other States and many suburban clubs met…

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Death of Mrs Kirkland

Lithgow Mercury · Monday 26 February 1917 · page 2

We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Kirkland relict of the late Lieut col (Dr.). Kirkland, which took place at her residence, Main-street, on Friday evening, after a…

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Death of Mrs. Robert Howe

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 1 March 1917 · page 13

Quite a gloom spread over the community last Friday as the sad news gained currency that Mrs. Robert Howe had died during the…

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The Laconia Death of Americans Is It an Overt Act? Terrible Experiences of Survivors. London

National Advocate · Thursday 1 March 1917 · page 2

Latest information from New York state that there were six American passengers and twenty Americans amongst the crew of the Larconia…

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Death of Sergt C. S. Taylor. Died of Wounds

Molong Argus · Friday 2 March 1917 · page 4

Yesterday morning the Rev. Mr. Leavers received official word from the Military Authorities to the effect that Sergt. C. S. Taylor, son of Mr and…

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Death of Mrs. Sheppard

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Monday 5 March 1917 · page 3

The death occurred recently of Mrs. Mary Sheppard, of Parkes, aged 77, Deceased had been ailing for some time, and death came…

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Pte. G011d0n Knox's Death. Result of Foul Play

Leader · Monday 5 March 1917 · page 1

The news of tlie sad' death of Pte. Gordon Knox cast a shadow of gloom ovor the town. Pte. Knox, who is a native of Victoria, is well known…

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In Memoriam Service. Late Mr. George House

Lithgow Mercury · Wednesday 7 March 1917 · page 2

A service in memory of the late Mr. George House was held in the Methodist Church on Sunday evening, when there was a large congregation. The Rev. J. S. Thomas, who…

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Death of Mr. Robert Evans

Lithgow Mercury · Wednesday 7 March 1917 · page 2

Residents of Tarana and district will regret to learn of the death of M. Robert Evans, who for 18 years prior to 1905, was headmaster of the public school in that centre. Since…

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Death of Mrs. A. Rayner

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 8 March 1917 · page 21

Quite a gloom was cast over Mudgee when it became known that Mrs. Elizabeth Rayner, wife of Mr. "Archie" Rayner, of…

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Western Man Murdered Tragedy in Egypt. Death of a Sister. Sydney

The Bathurst Times · Thursday 8 March 1917 · page 3

Sad circumstances surround the death of Private Gordon Knox, who, at the time of enlistment, was employed as a clerk in the Millthorpe branch of the…

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Hill End. Money in Snakes—Valedictory Gathering—Mr. Dunn's Return— Patriotic Demonstration —Death of Mrs. Everett

Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative · Thursday 8 March 1917 · page 14

Snakes.—Still more snakes. Since last report two snakes have been seen in different houses, and one wood carter while cutting…

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