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PRITCHARD, Benjamin

1875 – 3 July 1939

Origin Lancashire England
Accompanying Family Solo - his wife Maria arrived 27/01/1913.
First settled in Byford WA
Original Occupation Fruit Grower
Occupation in Australia Herb Farmer

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Departure Port London
Arrival Year 1911

Fremantle

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Ben worked at Haigh Hall Wigan Lancashire. He ran a herb farm in Byford. It is believed this farm supplied Plaistowes with mint for confection. He preceded his wife Maria to WA and sent for her when suitably established in 1913.

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