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James Murphy (1838–1852)

Died. On Tuesday, the 2nd instant, at Brisbane Water, from the effects of a gunshot wound, James, aged fourteen years, the second son of Mr. James Murphy, of Strawberry-hill, deeply lamented by his family and friends.

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'Murphy, James (1838–1852)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/murphy-james-17131/text28953, accessed 26 April 2025.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

17 March, 1838
Pembrokeshire, Wales

Death

2 November, 1852 (aged 14)
Brisbane Water, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

shot

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