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Martha Earle Cudmore (1855–1938)

Mrs. D. H. [Martha Earle] Cudmore, widow of Daniel Henry Cudmore, and mother of Mr. Cudmore, M.L.C., and Councillor P. R. Cudmore, died at her home, Adare, Victor Harbor, on Friday. She was in her 83rd year. Mrs. Cudmore always took a deep interest in the affairs of the district and gave many gifts, such as footballs and skipping ropes, to the school children. She was also a generous donor to the South Coast District Hospital.

The funeral, which was held on Sunday, was attended by the Chief Secretary (Sir George Ritchie), representatives of local councils and other bodies, and many others.

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'Cudmore, Martha Earle (1855–1938)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/cudmore-martha-earle-16425/text28384, accessed 19 April 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • McCracken, Martha Earle
Birth

1855
Moonee Ponds, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Death

5 July, 1938 (aged ~ 83)
Victor Harbor, South Australia, Australia

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