About Henry Luke White
Lived 1860 – 1927 (aged 66–67). Henry Luke White was an Australian ornithologist and pastoralist.
Henry Luke White (9 May 1860 – 30 June 1927) Arthur, and Victor. In 1906 he was appointed a temporarily councilor for the Woolooma Shire, (renamed Upper Hunter in 1917), serving as Shire President until 1927, He subsequently donated his collection of stamps from Western Australia, Queensland and Tasmania. He was appointed to the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists in 1922.
Book collecting He was also an avid collector of Australian books and owned more than 2,000 rare items. His collection included works on philately, ornithology, and cricket. In building this collection, he benefited from the guidance of noted Australian bookseller, Albert Henry Spencer.
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Who was Henry Luke White?
Australian ornithologist
When was Henry Luke White born?
Henry Luke White was born in 1860 in Maitland.
When did Henry Luke White die?
Henry Luke White died in 1927 in Muswellbrook.
What was Henry Luke White's occupation?
Henry Luke White was an ornithologist and pastoralist.
What nationality was Henry Luke White?
Henry Luke White was Australian.
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