Three possible birthdates can be found for White. They are: March 15, 1891 (Victoria Public School Register, 1899); April 15, 1891 (Canadian Census, 1901); and March 12, 1890 (U.S. Social Insurance records). It is likewise impossible to be certain of White's birthplace which was either the former Austro-Hungary just before his family immigrated, or in New York City just after they arrived. (Biographical information provided by the Canadian Antique Phonograph Society.)