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1A/230 CC/IB 13th February, 1959. The Superintendent, Cherbourg Settlement, Via Murgon. Several communications regarding Aboriginal names have been received by this Office. They are as follows:- 1. The correct pronunciation of JACKADGERY and (A Foolish Act) NIMMITYBEL. (Unknown) These are said to be Children's names. 2. The Aboriginal word for PRETTY BIRD. (MOO[?]ARAS-GOOLBU). 3. The origin and meaning of the name }unknown TARRAGINDI, a suburb of Brisbane. }may be obtainable from Willie McKenzie. 4. The Aboriginal word for LOVELY SETTING. (KALIMNA-OMARU) Your advice regarding these requests would be appreciated. C. Campbell for Director of Native Affairs.

1A/230

CC/IB 13th February, 1959.

The Superintendent,
Cherbourg Settlement,
Via Murgon.

Several communications regarding Aboriginal names have been
received by this Office. They are as follows:-

1. The correct pronunciation of JACKADGERY and (A Foolish Act)
NIMMITYBEL. (Unknown) These are said to be Children's names.

2. The Aboriginal word for PRETTY BIRD. (MOO[?]ARAS-GOOLBU).

3. The origin and meaning of the name }unknown
TARRAGINDI, a suburb of Brisbane. }may be obtainable from
Willie McKenzie.

4. The Aboriginal word for LOVELY SETTING. (KALIMNA-OMARU)

Your advice regarding these requests would be appreciated.

C. Campbell
for Director of Native Affairs.

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