Origins of the Robinson family
The family history of Margaret Louise Robinson is full of twists and gaps.
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The Sage Seages of Bathurst
James Seage and Mary Maher, about 1890. These pictures are from in the Seage family bible, which was passed down to Margaret Robinson
The family line of Margaret Robinson is linked to the Seage family through her maternal grandmother, Mary Veronica Seage (born 1881). The Seages played a noteworthy role in the history of the Bathurst district.
Read MoreThe Bowens of Gunnedah and Manilla
Members of the first municipal council of Manilla, NSW, September 1901. Left to right. (Standing) T J Bowen, J F Wearne, A E Bailey, J D Kennedy. (Insert) A C Veness the first Town Clerk. Sitting: D McDonald & D E Veness ( the first Mayor)
With thanks to the Manilla Historical Society
The story of Bowen branch of the Robinson family centres on two men, Thomas John Bowen and his eldest son, Thomas James. Both were builders, with Thomas John playing a notable role in the early development of the towns of Manilla and Gunnedah, New South Wales.
Read MorePat and Patricia
This is the story of how Margaret's parents, William Patrick Robinson and Patricia Bowen met, and their life together.
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