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Edward Wilton

1872 – 1966

Australian Anglican bishop

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About Edward Wilton

Lived 1872 – 1966 (aged 93–94). Edward Wilton was an Australian.

Edward Nowill Wilton (1872–1966) was an Australian Anglican bishop who served as Assistant Bishop of Melanesia from 1928 to 1929.

Wilton was born in Richmond, Victoria on 11 May 1872. He was educated at Trinity College, Melbourne and St Paul's College, University of Sydney. He was ordained deacon in 1901 and priest in 1902. He served as curate of St John Camden, NSW from 1902 to 1905; and as Rector of Mulgoa, NSW from 1905 to 1907. Wilton was Precentor of St Andrew's Cathedral, Sydney from 1907 to 1916; and a Canon Residentiary at All Saints' Cathedral, Bathurst from 1907 until his appointment as bishop.

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Born
1872
Birth century
Died
1966
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Education
University of Sydney
Also known as
Edward Nowill Wilton

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Wilton?

Australian Anglican bishop

When was Edward Wilton born?

Edward Wilton was born in 1872.

When did Edward Wilton die?

Edward Wilton died in 1966.

What nationality was Edward Wilton?

Edward Wilton was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Wilton

· Wikidata: Q84670180

· DBpedia: Edward Wilton

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