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David McEwan (1857–1931)

Mr. David McEwan, of Northcote street, Aberdare, who had been ailing for some considerable time, died at the Cessnock Hospital during the early hours of this morning.

Deceased, who was 74 years of age, was well-known end highly respected throughout the Cessnock district, in which he had resided for many years.

He was the father of Mrs. Baird and Mrs. Croxon, both of Cessnoek. and Mrs. E. Oswald, of the Federal Hotel, Collie (W.A. ). He is also survived by four sons, David, Jim, William, and Joe.

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'McEwan, David (1857–1931)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/mcewan-david-33653/text42111, accessed 14 September 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

16 June, 1857
Shettleston, Lanarkshire, Scotland

Death

21 April, 1931 (aged 73)
Cessnock, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

pneumonia

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