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Hume, Stella Leonora (1882–1954)

radio announcer, director and producer

Stella Hume (1882-1954), c.1936

Stella Hume (1882-1954), c.1936

State Library of South Australia, 38009

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Stella Hume (1882-1954), c.1936

Stella Hume (1882-1954), c.1936

State Library of South Australia, 38009

Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Starr, Leonora
  • Auntie Stella
  • Hume, Violet
  • Jeremy, Stella
Birth

4 October, 1882
South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Death

3 January, 1954 (aged 71)
Kenmore, New South Wales, Australia

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