12th of July

1866 Paddle Steamer SS Cawarra was swamped by large waves trying to enter Newcastle Harbour and sank on the 12th of July 1866. Only one person survived and 60 were drowned. 1948 Musician Matt Taylor was born on the 12th of July 1948 in Brisbane, Qld. Taylor is most noted for fronting legendary Australian blues…

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