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Sydney Elias Ellis (1863–1953)

Family tradition has it that Sydney Ellis ran away to sea in his youth.

In 1930 he gave his occupation on the electoral roll as clerk and was living in Petersham, Sydney, with his wife.

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'Ellis, Sydney Elias (1863–1953)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/ellis-sydney-elias-22645/text32224, accessed 3 December 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

21 March, 1863
Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Death

4 May, 1953 (aged 90)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Religious Influence

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