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Jane Pettit (1821–1886)

Mrs.Pettit, who had been an invalid for years, died on Sunday at the residence of Mr C. Boyd, her son-in-law, New Township. Deceased lady was the wife of Mr Henry Pettit, at one time in business here as a baker and confectioner, and she was a most industrious woman in her time, being actively engaged in dressmaking in Kilmore some years back. She was well respected.

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'Pettit, Jane (1821–1886)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/pettit-jane-26336/text34207, accessed 29 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Campbell, Jane
Birth

24 June, 1821
Camden, New South Wales, Australia

Death

10 May, 1886 (aged 64)
Mudgee, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

pneumonia

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