James Tibbs
New Zealand school principal and headmaster of Auckland Grammar School
About James Tibbs
Lived 1855 – 1924 (aged 68). James Tibbs was a New Zealand head teacher.
James William Tibbs (27 October 1855 – 17 February 1924) was a New Zealand school principal who made a significant contribution to the development of secondary education in that country. He served as headmaster of Auckland Grammar School from 1893 to 1922.
Tibbs was born in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, in 1855. He was buried at Purewa Cemetery in the Auckland suburb of Meadowbank.
In the 1923 King's Birthday Honours, Tibbs was appointed a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George for services to education.
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Who was James Tibbs?
New Zealand school principal and headmaster of Auckland Grammar School (1855-1924)
When was James Tibbs born?
James Tibbs was born on 27 October 1855 in Hobart.
When did James Tibbs die?
James Tibbs died on 17 February 1924 in Ponsonby.
What was James Tibbs's occupation?
James Tibbs was a head teacher.
What nationality was James Tibbs?
James Tibbs was New Zealand.
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