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- 1946 (Creation)
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4 l.; 33 cm and smaller.
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Name of creator
Biographical history
Frederic James was 7 years old when he and his family immigrated to Australia, arriving in Queensland on 27 March 1876. He worked as an engineer and later as an officer for the Department of Agriculture and Stock. After retiring Watson spent most of his time studying the traditions and languages of the south-eastern aboriginal people. Watson was a fellow and associate member of the Queensland Place Names Committee. He died on 10 April 1947.
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Biographical history
Thomas Firmin McKinnon was born on 9 June 1878 at Yass Plain, New South Wales. Joined the Brisbane Telegraph around 1907. He married Emma Louise Powell, also a journalist with the Brisbane Telegraph. He died on 11 March 1953 at his home at Highgate Hill, Brisbane.
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From the papers of Firmin McKinnon, donated by Dr. F.W. Robinson.
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Letter 1946 Nov 19 to Firmin McKinnon enclosing article on origin of place-name Canberra.
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Unrestricted access.
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- English
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Typescript, signed.
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Migrated
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Migrated from LMS: April 2019, P.A.