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Correspondence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander - Enquiries Native Words

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VM/JO'D 14th January, 1953.

The Superintendent, Cherbourg Settlement, via MURGON.

Enquiry has been made at this Office for the meaning of the aboriginal word "Moorimbin" and it would be appreciated if you would question some of the Cherbourg natives and advise.

According to the enquirer, this name was given to a Bora ground situated between Peeraman and Boonjie on the Atherton Tableland.

Acting Deputy Director of Native Affairs.

(Hand written note...Passed on to Vincent to enquire 22/1/53 29/1/53)

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