He graduated from Harvard University in 1787. On August 21, 1794, White married Mary Dalton of Newbury and he later became a member of the state House of Representatives (1809–11).
A notable figure, White earned his degree from Harvard University in 1787. He then wedded Mary Dalton of Newbury on August 21, 1794, before taking office as a representative in the state legislature between 1809 and 1811.