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Gertrude Jane Smith (1848–1889)

Mrs. Lance Smith, wife of the second son of Mr. J. Smith, M.L.C., and daughter of the late Dr. Machattie, died at her late home, Boree Station (N.S.W.). Much sorrow is felt throughout the Molong district, where Mrs. Smith was sincerely respected.

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'Smith, Gertrude Jane (1848–1889)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/smith-gertrude-jane-16089/text28027, accessed 8 November 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Machattie, Gertrude Jane
Birth

27 April, 1848
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia

Death

7 October, 1889 (aged 41)
Molong, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

childbirth complications