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Caroline Corcoran (1846–1923)

There passed away on Thursday last, Mrs. Caroline Corcoran, at the advanced age of 78. Deceased was well known in the district, having spent most of her life in Stanley. Her husband (Mr. Tom Corcoran) predeceased her many years ago. She leaves a grown-up family of six, five of whom reside in the district and one in Melbourne. The daughters are Mesdames Geo. Smith, L. King, J. K. Carroll; sons are Jack, James, and Thomas (Melbourne).

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'Corcoran, Caroline (1846–1923)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/corcoran-caroline-33153/text41358, accessed 20 April 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Smith, Caroline
Birth

30 March, 1846
Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Death

30 August, 1923 (aged 77)
New Norfolk, Tasmania, Australia