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Town of Claremont Museum > Records

HENDRY, CAMPBELL ALEXANDER CR.

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Black and white photograph of CA Hendry who served as a councillor at the Town of Claremont between 1924-27. Hendry is clean shaven with short hair slicked back off his face. He is wearing a dark jack, waistcoat and tie with a light coloured shirt. The lower half of the jacket is partially obscured. Printed beneath [Henry 1924-27].

Historical information

Campbell Alexander Hendry was born in South Australia. He studied accountancy & became a chartered accountant. He took an interest in education & public affairs. A stained glass window commemorates him at Scotch College in the college chapel, and a Junior School Building was named Hendry House. He was also recognised by PLC. He endowed valuable books to the university, schools & private libraries.

Campbell served in the First World War and was a Claremont Councillor from 1924 - 1927.

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