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Mary Elizabeth Norton (1839–1863)

Mary Elizabeth Ann Walker married Albert Norton on 12 February 1862 at Longford. She after giving birth to her first daughter.

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'Norton, Mary Elizabeth (1839–1863)', People Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://peopleaustralia.anu.edu.au/biography/norton-mary-elizabeth-28057/text35775, accessed 15 March 2025.

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Life Summary [details]

Alternative Names
  • Walker, Mary Elizabeth
Birth

9 May, 1839
Longford, Tasmania, Australia

Death

10 March, 1863 (aged 23)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Cause of Death

childbirth complications

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