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Esther Sibrey (1824–1864)

Esther Sibrey's nee Lord age was given as one in the 1825 Muster. She stated on her marriage certificate in 1837 that she was 17 but would have really been 12-13.

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'Sibrey, Esther (1824–1864)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/sibrey-esther-24437/text33165, accessed 28 March 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Lord, Esther
  • Sibraa, Esther
Birth

1824
Richmond, New South Wales, Australia

Death

12 August, 1864 (aged ~ 40)
Yass, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

heart disease

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