25 May 1890 to 6
September 1947
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With thanks to Gerrard Burnett
for sharing James’ story and photographs.
1890
James Burnett,
the son of William and Maggie (nee Gerrad) Burnett (BUR00025), was born on 25
May 1890 at Port Huron, USA (Michigan US Births and
Christenings Index).
1920s
James Burnett was
His Majesty’s Chemist to George V and George VI.
James Burnett
married Jessie Isabella (“Dolly”) Stuart.
James Burnett and
John Stuart, his brother in law, Cunado
1921
William Burnett
was born on 23 March 1921.
1924
Helen Burnett was
born on 18 July 1924.
James’ son became
Queensland University Professor William Burnett - 1921-1980 in Brisbane. He later
established the Department of Surgery at Queensland University.
William Burnett
with his mother, Dolly (nee Stuart) Burnett) in the 1930s at Ballater Railway
Station
1947
James Burnett
died on 6 September 1947 (Monumental Record).
