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Bessie Maria Raworth
Upper Cape, Westmorland County, New Brunswick, Canada
Canadian, 1868 - 1961
Death Place:Amherst
Death Province:Nova Scotia
Death Country:Canada
Biography:Hooker's place of residence: Farm/rural Location of residence: Upper Cape, New Brunswick until her late years in Amherst with her daughter. Background: She was called Black Bess, but she was a great prankster. Occupation/Education: Gifted with a sewing needle and involved with politics. Groups/Church and/or other activities: Involved in local politics and with the church. Held parties at her home and played music. What was the hooking done for?: Family Use

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