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Hilda Abbott

1890 – 1984

(1890-1984) broadcaster, interior designer and community worker

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About Hilda Abbott

Lived 1890 – 1984 (aged 93). Hilda Abbott was an Australian children's writer and writer, known for Red Cross.

Hilda Gertrude Abbott (; 9 September 1890 – 26 May 1984) was the wife of the former Administrator of the Northern Territory, Charles Lydiard Aubrey Abbott. She is best known her contribution to the Northern Territory's Red Cross branch.

Early life

Abbott was born at Eucumbene station, near Adaminaby, New South Wales on 9 September 1890. She was the daughter of Australian grazier John Joseph Harnett.

After the war the couple settled at Echo Hills, a property near Kootingal, New South Wales. Soon after her husband entered federal politics and she assisted him in his career. Abbott also continued to travel in this period and went to Africa in 1925 and 1929, around Australian in 1932 and 1933 and to Europe in 1934 and 1936.

During this period she also had two daughters.

After moving to Darwin, she revived the local branch of the Red Cross, as its president.

Her papers and oral history recording are held at the National Library of Australia.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Known for
Red Cross
Also known as
Hilda Gertrude Abbott

Family & relationships

Spouse
Charles Lydiard Aubrey Abbott

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Hilda Abbott?

(1890-1984) broadcaster, interior designer and community worker

When was Hilda Abbott born?

Hilda Abbott was born on 9 September 1890 in Adaminaby.

When did Hilda Abbott die?

Hilda Abbott died on 26 May 1984 in Bowral.

What was Hilda Abbott's occupation?

Hilda Abbott was a children's writer and writer.

What was Hilda Abbott known for?

Hilda Abbott was known for Red Cross.

What nationality was Hilda Abbott?

Hilda Abbott was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hilda Abbott

· Wikidata: Q21539082

· DBpedia: Hilda Abbott

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