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Mary Eliza Syme (?–1915)

Mrs. Mary Syme died on Sunday morning at "Tour Mont," Balwyn (Vic). The deceased lady was of a large-hearted disposition, and until recent years was actively associated with a number of philanthropic and social bodies. Mrs. Syme was the only surviving sister of Sir George Reid, High Commissioner.

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'Syme, Mary Eliza (?–1915)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/syme-mary-eliza-13618/text24368, accessed 12 May 2025.

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Alternative Names
  • Reid, Mary Eliza
Death

14 November, 1915
Balwyn, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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