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Document, My Memories of George Skewes, 1999

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Memories of George Skewes by Ted Arrowsmith who knew him over a period of 45 years, and a letter from George's son, Eric outlining his father's history from 1897 - 1989. This history is in the Archives of both Christ Church, Mitcham and Nunawading Historical Society. With photo of George and Beryl Skewes.