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Maria Pigott (1845–1928)

Those who have memories of racing in early years of the sport in Victoria will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. H. C. [Marie] Pigott at her home, Mona pace, South Yarra. Mrs. Pigott was formely the wife of Mr. R. C. Bagot, the founder and first secretary of the Victoria Racing Club. Two daughters, Misses Nellie and Olive Bagot, are living.

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'Pigott, Maria (1845–1928)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/pigott-maria-28271/text35968, accessed 29 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Gregory, Maria
  • Bagot, Maria
Birth

1845
London, Middlesex, England

Death

1 September, 1928 (aged ~ 83)
South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Cause of Death

heart disease

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