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Cheryl Overton talks about domestic servants. She shares stories of her family members who went into servitude and were taken to the boy’s and girl’s homes. She explains the types of work they did and shares the story of one of her uncles.
| Custodian Name | Cheryl Overton (Davison) |
|---|---|
| Location | Filmed in Tilba Tilba, NSW |
| Year | 2025 |
| Length | 0:06:59 |
| Copyright | 2025 |
| Category | Employment |
| Topic | Domestic Servants |
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