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Edith Miriel WITT
Also known as: Miriel
Born: 11/10/1905
Died: 19/11/2005
Special Achievements:1943 - First woman pharmacist to become a "Pharmacy Academic" in Victoria.
Additional Information:1926 - Graduated Victorian College of Pharmacy.
1927 - Registered as a qualified pharmacist.
1934 - Joined the eminent firm Henry Francis and Co.
Active in the Women Pharmacists Association working for equality in all matters professional with their male counterparts.
Resources
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References
Lloyd, Alistair. Mixer of potions pioneered academic pathway. The Age. March 25, 2006:9.
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Link - Years of Determination: From College to Faculty (transcript - voiceover only)
Monash University
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Link - COLLEGE OF PHARMACY Annual Commencement
Trove: Age (Melbourne, Vic.: 1854 - 1954), Wednesday 3 February 1926, page 19
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Link - A GOOD PHARMACIST IS
Trove: Argus (Melbourne, Vic.: 1848 - 1957), Wednesday 3 December 1947, page 2