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William Forbes Gordon (1843–1904)

Our Braidwood correspondent telegraphs that Mr. William Forbes Gordon, owner of Manar station, died on Friday morning after a long illness. He was a native of the district, having been born at Manar 61 years ago. He leaves a widow and large family grown up. He was held in the highest esteem by all classes. He will be buried on Saturday at Manar, at a place selected by himself.

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'Gordon, William Forbes (1843–1904)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/gordon-william-forbes-14429/text25512, accessed 28 March 2024.

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