Virtual
War Memorial
Australia

Late Mr. A. C. White
Mr. Albert Charles White, who died at his residence, Oxford terrace, Port Lincoln, last month, was well known in Port Lincoln and on Eyre Peninsula. He was born at Wellington, New Zealand, and when three years old was brought by his parents to Melbourne. Toward the close of the Boer War Mr. White went to South Africa. On returning from that continent, he resided in Melbourne for a time, where he married. Later, with Mrs. White and daughter, he spent about 11 years in Western Australia. From there he went to Pinnaroo, where he opened in business as a building contractor. He enlisted from Pinnaroo for World War I, and was at the landing at Gallipoli. He later went to France, where he was wounded. On returning from over seas, he was lessee of the Hotel Abattoirs for some years. He then came to Port Lincoln where he again opened in business as a contractor. He also worked at Cresco Fertilizers Ltd., but latterly was employed by the Engineering and Water Supply Department. He leaves a widow and a daughter (Mrs. N. Pattinson). His remains were placed in the soldier portion of the Happy Valley Cemetery. Pallbearers were Messrs. K. L. Matheson, H. Titchin, G. Robinson and G. Pettit. Rev. A. H. White conducted the burial service. Many beautiful wreaths were placed on the ground.