Royall Edward White was originally from Aulander, North Carolina. He first attended North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts (which later became North Carolina State University) in 1904. He studied civil engineering, and he graduated in 1908 with a bachelors degree in engineering. After graduation, he worked in his profession for 55 years.
From the description of Royall White Letter and Transcription, 1904 [manuscripts] (North Carolina State University). WorldCat record id: 498380181