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Frederick Akhurst (2 January 1854 – 6 April 1904), born in Adelaide married Kate Deutsch on 16 November 1874. He was a printer and music publisher.
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Carlyle Akhurst (17 April 1861 – 1934), master printer, born 36 Gore Street, Collingwood, died 70 King William Street, Fitzroy
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Charles Akhurst (1848–1927), born in England, married Christina Mitchell on 26 January 1872
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