Enquiry about Fred Smith

["Philip Veerman" <>]

Hello Damian,

 

Thanks for that (and so quick). No, I had not seen that. Mainly because I left Melbourne in 1979. Really good and fits my purpose. It is pretty much exactly what I was searching for and expecting must exist somewhere. The one thing missing though that I was hoping for is a date of birth (to accompany the date of death) or some hint to his age. I guess he must have been in late 80s or early 90s.

 

Philip

 

From: Damian Kelly [
Sent: Monday, 18 January, 2021 8:25 PM
To: Philip Veerman
Subject: Re: [Birding-Aus] Enquiry about Fred Smith

 

Hi Philip,

 

You may have seen this:  http://www.birdlifemelbourne.org.au/melbirdian/Newsletter%20020313%20Sep13.pdf

 

Also, contact Bill Ramsay who wrote the above article: 

 

Bill knew him well as did John Barkla.

 

Cheers,

 

Damian

On 18 Jan 2021 at 19:40:31, Philip Veerman <> wrote:

Hello,

Seeking some information for a historic piece I am working on. I am wondering if anyone knows of an obituary or tribute or whatever about Fred (F.T.H.) Smith. Well-known birder in Melbourne, especially of waders etc. I believe he died about 10 years ago. I remember him mainly from BOCA activities in 1970s to 1980s. All I am seeking is a quotable reference or some very basic information.

 

Philip Veerman

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