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The Advertiser,
2 November 1918 CURNOW.—An old resident of Woodstock West, in the person of Mrs. James Curnow, died at her residence on Tuesday evening after a short illness. The deceased was 84 years of age, and had been living in the district for close on 55 years, having followed farming pursuits since her arrival in Australia in 1854 on the ship The Standard. Her husband died 14 years ago. There were nine children, consisting of six sons and three daughters, in the family, whilst there were also 29 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Four grandchildren joined the Australian Expeditionary Force. Two died for their country, whilst the remaining couple are still serving. Of the sons, five are living, viz, Mr. William Curnow, farmer of Kurraca; Mr. John Curnow, J.P., farmer of Logan; Mr. Ernest Curnow, farmer of Eastville; Mr. Herbert Curnow, of the Defence department, Melbourne; and Mr. Edwin Curnow, who is residing at and carrying on the farm at Woodstock West. The eldest son, Mr. James Curnow, died five years ago. Of the daughters, Miss Mary Curnow died, whilst Miss Edith Curnow is at home at Woodstock West. The other daughter is Mrs. F. Davies, of Eddington. The funeral took place on Thursday at Maldon Cemetery. The service was conducted by the Rev. E. Blake, of Laanecoorie. The Argus,
7 February 1905 DEATHS Contributed by Bob Bolitho |