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Mary Underwood (1745–1831)

Died–On Wednesday, the 14th Instant, Mrs. Mary Underwood, Mother of Mr. Joseph Underwood, in the 90th year of her Age; she emigrated t0 these shores with the above named gentleman fifteen years ago, whose care and attention to her during her latter years, are better known than described.

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'Underwood, Mary (1745–1831)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/underwood-mary-25206/text33661, accessed 2 July 2025.

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Alternative Names
  • James, Mary
Birth

1745
England

Death

14 December, 1831 (aged ~ 86)
Ashfield, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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