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Smith, Shirley (Mum Shirl)

Aboriginal activist whose welfare work began by visiting Aboriginal prisoners. Over many years she also provided a home for over 60 children.

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Born
Cowra, New South Wales
22 Nov 1921
Died
28 Apr 1998
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1970 -
1971