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George Biggs (1871–1931)

An elderly man collapsed in Barrack-street at 10.40 yesterday morning and died before his arrival at hospital. He was later identified as George Biggs, of East-street, Maylands.

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'Biggs, George (1871–1931)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/biggs-george-28290/text35971, accessed 28 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

23 November, 1871
Brunswick, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Death

3 October, 1931 (aged 59)
Maylands, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Religious Influence

Includes the religion in which subjects were raised, have chosen themselves, attendance at religious schools and/or religious funeral rites; Atheism and Agnosticism have been included.