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Henry William McKenny (1831–1860)

Death: McKenny—July 24th, at Botany-street, Surry Hills, of influenza and measles, Henry William McKenny, Esq., aged 28 years.

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'McKenny, Henry William (1831–1860)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/mckenny-henry-william-28856/text36230, accessed 20 April 2025.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • McKinny, Henry William
Birth

1831

Death

24 July, 1860 (aged ~ 29)
Newtown, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

measles complications

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