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Robert Laurie (1819–1896)

On Tuesday last, Mr. Robert Laurie, of Kangaroo Flat, breathed his last at the residence of Mr. D. Fletcher, Cairine. Mr Laurie was 77 years of age. The remains were taken to Walcha Road railway station, and thence by train to Hexham, deceased having expressed a wish to be buried at Stroud with other members of the family.

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'Laurie, Robert (1819–1896)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/laurie-robert-16974/text29056, accessed 27 July 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

6 June, 1819
Stobo, Peeblesshire, Scotland

Death

11 August, 1896 (aged 77)
Stroud, New South Wales, Australia

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