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Purdom, William (1880–1921) View Biographical Record
Publication: Gardeners’ Chronicle, series III
Subject ID: 42917
| Subject Name: | Purdom, William |
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| Volume: | 71 |
| Pages: | 14 |
| Publication Date: | 14 Jan 1922 |
| Call Number: | P G2183 |
| Notes: | Native of Heversham, Westmoreland. Chose profession of gardening, entered Kew Aug. 1902 and remained until Dec. 1903. Companion of Reginald Farrer on latter's first exploration of China. In 1917 appointed head of one of the five forestry departments of the Chinese government and established nurseries in various parts of Honan. |