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Martha Frances Bell (1825–1864)

Martha's parents, Henry and Ann Saxby née Turner, arrived in Sydney as assisted immigrants in 1840 aboard the Early Grey in 1840. They were accompanied by five of their children, Joseph, 18, Mary, 17, Henry, 12, Richard, 9, and Harriet aged 5. Martha is the only child not listed. Henry's occupation was given as gardener.

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'Bell, Martha Frances (1825–1864)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/bell-martha-frances-24557/text33248, accessed 12 May 2025.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Saxby, Martha Frances
Birth

1825
Withyham, East Sussex, England

Death

28 April, 1864 (aged ~ 39)
Gunning, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

unknown

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