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Philip Asher Asher (1864–1912)

The death of Mr. Philip Asher Asher, after a short illness of five days, took place at 'Elstree,' Forbes street, Darlinghurst, on Tuesday last. The deceased gentleman, who was 46 years of age, was the head of the medicine department of Feldheim, Gotthelf, Ltd., for many years and was highly esteemed by the firm and customers. He was married to the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Moses, by whom he is survived and he also leaves one son. His untimely death will be mourned by a large circle of relatives and friends to whom our heartiest sympathy is extended.

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Additional Resources

  • death notice, Sydney Morning Herald, 16 October 1912, p 18

Citation details

'Asher, Philip Asher (1864–1912)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/asher-philip-asher-21842/text31924, accessed 19 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

1864
Albury, New South Wales, Australia

Death

15 October, 1912 (aged ~ 48)
Darlinghurst, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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