James Whittle (c1864-1937)

Obituary
The death is announced of Mr. James Whittle at Emmaville, at the age of 72 years. Deceased, who was the father of Mrs. W. Fleming (wife of First-class Constable Fleming, of Maclean, late of Casino) was born at Drake and was one of the first gold and tin miners of that district when mining operations commenced at Drake some 55 years ago. Following gold mining for some years at Drake, deceased later engaged in tin mining in the Vegetable Creek district. The late Mr. Whittle is survived by his widow, six daughters and two sons.

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