Ben T White (1873-1949) was born 18 Jun 1873 to Larkin White (1820 – 1898) and Lucy J. Hicks White (1837 – 1883). Ben married Etta Johnson on 12 April 1899. He was a farmer but worked for a time as Vice President of White-Mann Grocery.
Ben White died on 27 Apr 1949 and was buried in Fernwood Cemetery.
A Marriage Announced. Miss Etta Johnson and Mr. Ben T. White, will be married on Wednesday, the 12th day of April, at the First Presbyterian church, at Henderson.
The bride-to-be, who is a most charming young lady, is the daughter of Mrs. Fannie Johnson, and is quite a favorite in Henderson society. The prospective groom, who is engaged in farming, is a clever young gentleman.
Reference:
The Twice-A-Week Messenger from Owensboro, Kentucky February 15, 1899