Part 3 plots 1 to 75 2 jun 2016

List of Names from Burial Register not attached to plots ARMSTRONG MILLY The only reference I can find of Armstrong in the district is New Zealand Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 9434, 3 August 1889, Page 1 A TRIP TO KOMOKORIKI From the top of this hill I could see the open land not far ahead of me, and was not long in reaching Mr. Armstrong's, whoso hospitality I enjoyed for some days. Mr. Armstrong, though not one of the pioneer settlers, has been 23 years at Komokoriki. Mr. Armstrong, though he takes an active interest in the farm, has retired from work. Ho and his estimable wife arc rapidly approaching the mature age of four score. Judging from their present appearance they might yet reach four score and ten. Mr. Herbert Armstrong carries on the farm work, and considering that he has had very little help, the amount of work he has done is astonishing. His orchard, only recently planted, gives promise of abundance of fruit when in Full bearing. To the lover of the picturesque the view from Mr. Armstrong's verandah is a sight not to be seen everyday. Just in front of his house is a lofty range, covered with magnificent foliage, the graceful and lovely ponga peeping out from among its gigantic neighbours gives the finishing touch to a scene which once seen is not likely to be forgotten. Artists in search of subjects for their pencil would find themselves amply repaid by a visit to Komokoriki. I thought it a pity that a place so liberally endowed by nature, and with fairly good soil, should be practically unknown. One reason is the bad roads, the other the neglect of the settlers to keep their settlement before the public by means of correspondence with the Press.

Whether there is a connection or not I cannot ascertain

BRADY JOHN Entry from Burial register:- Kaukapakapa 5.8.1874 New Zealand Herald, Volume XI, Issue 3976, 10 August 1874, Page 3

KAUKAPAKAPA SUDDEN DEATH AND CORONER'S- INQUEST. A middle-aged man named John Brady from Adelaide, South Australia, had been digging gum in this neighbourhood along with a mate for nearly eighteen months, living in separate whares, but close to each other, on a very remote and isolated spot on the banks of the Kaipara river. Brady had been to Helensville with gum, and returned on Sunday, the 26th ultimo, and exercised his usual occupation up to Tuesday evening, apparently in his general health. On Wednesday morning his mate went to his hut and found him cooking his breakfast about half-past nine o clock. Brady said he was going to work shortly. His mate went to work until about 11 o'clock forenoon, when he returned to the hut for something he had forgotten to take with him. Brady was not then about the hut. He called for him repeatedly outside, but got no reply. He then concluded he was out on the gum-field. In the evening he was surprised that Brady did not return On the following morning he proceeded to look for him, and he found his spade and spear in the field, and he then went to the nearest settler's house (about two miles distant) where Brady was in the habit of "going" but yet no information about him on his return homewards he met with another gum-digger, who said

that on the previous Sunday afternoon he saw him in a boat in a creek leading into the Kaipara, with a person belonging to Helensville. He now felt satisfied that he was safe, as he often went there for provisions. On Monday, 3rd August, he went out to get firewood into a bush adjoining the whares, and on the path he saw the deceased lying on his back apparently quite dead. He did not touch the body, but hurried to acquaint the neighbours. The Coroner being apprised of the circumstance on Monday evening, proceeded on Tuesday with a sufficient number of jurymen to the spot, and found the body lying as described. The coroner's inquest was then held. After the jurymen had examined and recognised the body, and heard from witnesses all the information in their power to give, they returned a verdict of "Found dead, with no marks externally to show cause of death."

There being no medical man residing nearer than Auckland (40 miles distant) no post mortem examination could take place, and, as the deceased had been missing for eight days, it was imperative to bury him as soon as possible, consequently the deceased was buried on the following day, in the Kaukapakapa burying ground. The deceased had apparently been cutting firewood, and had been returning to his hut. A piece of ti-tree and a pipe' were lying close by his side. It did not appear that he had fallen. As no marks of any struggle were visible. It seemed, as if he had lain down of his own accord. From the evidence of witnesses it appeared that the deceased had been for long suffering from heart disease, and as several empty chlorodine bottles were found in his hut. it seems probable he had been using this medicine to alleviate his pain. Deceased was a well-educated man, and of very pleasing manners.—[Correspondent.]

JOHNSTON Sydney Entry from Burial Register:- Ararimu 9.12.1876 - drowned.

From http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~sooty/nzriverdrownings.html 1876 Dec 07 JOHNSYON Sydney Ararimu Creek, Auckland New Zealand Herald, Volume XIII, Issue 4706, 13 December 1876, Page 2 ARARIMU NORTH.—FATAL ACCIDENT BY DROWNING On Thursday morning, the 7th inst., a little boy about two years of age, named Sydney, son of Mr. Henry Johnston, of the Bridge House, Ararimu Creek, was drowned by (it is supposed) falling from a plank stretched across the creek, for the purpose of conveying firewood. About 10 o'clock a.m., the little fellow was amusing himself with his brothers outside the house, but in sight of his mother. In a few minutes she missed Sydney, and asked his brother where he was, who answered that he had just gone into the orchard, which is about 50 yards from the plank. She immediately hurried to the same, but getting no trace of him there, and thinking he might still be about the cow-shed near the house, returned and told her husband of her fears. Mr. Johnston instantly ran to the plank and proceeded down the creek a short distance, when he saw the body (caught by some brushwood) floating on its side, with the head under the water. On lifting the body out of the water life was quite extinct. Great sympathy is expressed for the parents, who are much respected in the district, and the little boy being a very engaging one, and a great favourite in the neighbourhood. An inquest was held on Friday, the 8th inst., as to the cause of the death of Sydney Johnston, by Andrew Bonar, Esq., Coroner, and a competent jury of neighbours, when a verdict of "Accidental death by drowning" was returned, no blame being attached to any individual.—[Correspondent.]

KELLY Thomas Entry from Burial Register:- Kaukapakapa 9.12.1874 Auckland Star, Volume V, Issue 1508, 10 December 1874, Page 3 FATAL ACCIDENT. ONE MAN KILLED AND ANOTHER INJURED BY A FALLING TREE AT MAHURANGI. A gentleman just arrived in town from Mahurangi, brings us intelligence of a fearful accident which occurred in the Makarau Bush, belonging to Mr H. Palmer, between Komokoriki and Kaipara Flats, last Tuesday morning at eleven o'clock. Four men were engaged in felling bush, the names of two of them being Thomas Kelly and

Timothy Healey. They had just been operating upon a good-sized trunk, and upon seeing it give signs of falling had cleared out to the opposite side to that to which it inclined. Unfortunately as it fell a large branch caught in an adjoining tree which swung the falling log completely round, and it fell directly upon the party of men who were unable to get out of the way. Kelly was killed outright, his body being crushed in a frightful manner.

Healey was very badly injured and was unable to rise the others escaped. Kelly was a fine young fellow well known in the district as a good bush-hand and an excellent cricketer. He generally played in the Rodney eleven.

No medical assistance could be obtained for the injured man, the nearest doctor being at the time more than 15 miles away. Healey is reported to be still lying in a dangerous condition, being internally bruised. The inquest on Kelly was to have been held yesterday Daily Southern Cross, Volume XXX, Issue 5403, 16 December 1874, Page 2

A FATAL ACCIDENT AT MAHU. RANGI Our Mahurangi correspondent writes —A fatal accident occurred at Mr. Palmer's bush, Komokoriki, near Mahurangi, on Tuesday the 8th instant. Four men were engaged felling a large kauri. It appears they were doubtful as to which way the tree would fall, and to get it to go in the desired direction they had cut consider ably into one side with the axe, and in into the opposite side with a cross-cut saw, and were backing it up with wedges. On its giving signs of falling, two ran to the opposite side to that to which it inclined, while the other two stood at the stump (which as every old bushman is aware is the safest place. Unfortunately in its decent its branches caught in a kauri sapling, swerved round, and in falling the branches struck two of the men named Thomas Kelly and Timothy Healey, killing the former instantaneously, while the latter was stunned, and at first it was thought dangerously injured, but on examination it was found that the injuries he had received were of a slight nature. He is progressing favourably and will be able to resume work in a few days. The other men escaped uninjured. Immediately the accident took place a messenger was despatched to Mr. Palmer, who at once sent two men and a boat to Mahurangi Heads for the doctor, who, I am informed, refused to go. The deceased, Thomas Kelly, had been in Mr. Palmer's employ for some time, was a hard-working, steady, quiet man, about 25 years of ago, and a native of Ireland. The injured man, Timothy Healey, is a son of Mr. Wm. Healey, of Auckland, formerly a sergeant in H M 58th Regiment LAMBERT Mary Entry from Burial Register:- Kaukapakapa - 20.2.1868 infant child of Jno and Mary Unknown Unknown Entry from burial Register :- bones found at Wainui -13.2.1880- supposed to be Mr Manning Auckland Star, Volume X, Issue 3066, 17 February 1880, Page 3 Discovery of Human Remains.

A singular discovery was made on the 12th inst. by a person working in the bush in the Kaukapakapa district, viz., the finding a human skeleton. Information was given to Constable Moar, stationed in the neighbourhood, who found the skeleton as described, and conveyed the remains to the Kaukapakapa Hotel, where an inquest was subsequently held by the district coroner. Constable Moar informed the coroner that he had acted in accordance with instructions from Superintendent Thomson in securing the bones(produced) consisting of the skull and greater part of the skeleton of a man. He found, also, within seven feet of each other, a pair of elastic side boots, grown over with moss, yet in a tolerable state of preservation, and at a distance of about 37 yards from the skeleton, after diligent search around and about the remains, he discovered what appeared to be the shreds of a woollen shirt, of a chequered pattern of black and some other colour, also a piece of mohair braid, which is in good preservation, Mr John Stewart, medical attendant to the Kaipara Railway, was of opinion that the bones were those of an adult European, from 45 to 50 years of age, and height about 5 feet 9 inches. He thought from the appearance of the bones they must have been at least ten years exposed to the weather. Mr John Butler, of the firm of Holland and Butler, Auckland, saw the remains, and was deeply impressed with the

belief that the remains were those of his father, although he did not think the shoes were such as he wore at the time he was missing. Mr Butler gave the following account of his father. Mr Thomas Butler, was a settler at Wainui, and in the enjoyment of excellent health. He was about 56 years of age at the time. On a Sunday, in the month of May, 1859 or 1860, he left his home to attend public worship, the road to which place his father was well acquainted with, but he had reason to believe he never reached there, and had not since been heard of, although search was made for him at the time. The jury returned a verdict, "That the remains of the skeleton produced are those of a male human adult, apparently between 45 and 50 years of age, but who the deceased was, how he came by his death, or under what circumstances, there was no evidence whatever to show.

Plot 1A GOODWIN Jane Russell 1834-1877

Birth 1833 in Stoke Abbas Dorset, England.

1843 arrived in Auckland NZ on Ship "Westminster" with her Parents Marriage to William Henry Goodwin 30 Dec 1853 Auckland NZ Death 10 April 1877 Entry from Burial Register:- Of Kaukapakapa 43 years - 12.4.1877 grave (1) - wife of William H (Plot 3) Jane Goodwin Death 1877 New Zealand Herald, Volume XIV, Issue 4806, 12 April 1877 DEATHS.---On April 10, at the residence of R. Sinclair, Kaukapakapa, of consumption, Jane Russell, the wife of W H. Goodwin Kaukapakapa, in her 43rd year.

JANE GOODWIN (nee Russell) 1834-1877 Jane Russell’s parents came to New Zealand in the early days of the colony. They both died when she was a small child and she was brought up by some neighbours who lived near a native village. As her playmates were Maori children she became fluent in their language. This was to prove very useful in later years.

Her older brother William Henry RUSSEL born 1830 Cattistock, Dorset England Took part in the Maori Wars and was shot in the foot by one of his own troops by mistake. he married Eliza Pick in Wanganui 28 Oct 1858 , where he died on 15 Feb 1906 William Henry Russell Obituary Wanganui Herald, Volume XXXX, Issue 11791, 15 February 1906, Page 7

We regret to announce the death of Mr Wm. Russell, formerly of the Goat Valley, and one of Wanganui’s oldest settlers, who passed away this morning, shortly after midnight, at the age of 75. The late Mr Russell had a very long colonial experience, arriving in Auckland in the ship Westminster in 1843. After a short stay in Auckland, he lost his parents, and then took to a seafaring life for a few years finding his way to New Plymouth, where he stayed for eight or nine years. The Coromandel gold rush breaking out, he found his way to the diggings, but meeting no luck, he with some companions tramped his way back to New Plymouth in those days a perilous undertaking. In the early 50's he came to Wanganui, where he engaged in farming, and about 1863 he took up land at Goat Valley, residing on his farm till about eighteen months ago, when he went to live with one of his sons at Mangawhero. He was taken ill last August, and was brought to town, going to live with his son-in-law, Mr Alex Livingstone, at Westmere, where he passed away, as above stated, after a. painful illness. Mr Russell leaves three sons, Messrs George (Rapanui), Randolph (Napier), and Wm. Russell (Mangawhero), and three daughters, Mrs Livingstone (Westmere), and Mrs (Mary Grace) Goodwin [died 1945 Okoroire Waikato, (wife of Frederick Goodwin died in Okoroire 1949, 3rd surviving son of Wm H Goodwin (Plot 3) and Jane Russell (Plot 1A)] and Miss Ann Russell (Plot 14) (Goat Valley). The deceased gentleman, who went through all the vicissitudes incidental to early colonial life, including service in the ‘Wanganui Militia during the Maori War, was well known and universally respected throughout the district.

We extend to his family our sincere sympathy in their bereavement.

In 1854 Jane married William Henry Goodwin (Plot 3) from Norfolk, England. He’d served a house painting and carpentry apprenticeship before emigrating in the Jane Gifford in 1842, still only twenty-two. In Auckland he continued his trade. For a time he was a volunteer patrolling the Ponsonby side of town at night as a Maori attack was feared.

In 1866 fire destroyed most of William’s and Jane’s property in Hobson Street, a block of four shops. During the fire Jane gave birth to her sixth child, a daughter. Mother and baby were taken into Captain Hobson’s (the Governor’s) house. The baby was named Vesta, meaning flame. and Hobson, after the late Governor.

New Zealander, Volume XXIV, Issue 2598, 27 January 1866, Page 3

FEARFUL CONFLAGRATION IN HOBSONSTREET. DESTRUCTION OF TWELVE HOUSES. The most extensive and disastrous fire which has occurred in Auckland since the burning of the Q.C.E. and Shortland-crescent, took place last night in Hobson-street—when no less than twelve houses were burnt to the ground, entailing an immense amount of loss of property, and endangering the lives of a number of persons, who were thus suddenly thrown from their homes to seek shelter as best they could in the houses of friends or strangers. From the late hour at which the fire broke out, and the great confusion and excitement which necessarily followed, it is impossible to be exact in every particular, but we believe the following account is pretty nearly correct. We are unable in our present issue to state the names of all who suffered by the

conflagration but in our next we will do so, together with the amount of the property destroyed, &c. About a quarter past eleven o’clock, as Mr. C. F. Mitchell and another gentleman were passing the two unfinished houses next to that of Mr. Black, in Hobson-street, they observed a light under the flooring of the shop which occupies the lower floor of one. They at once raised an alarm, at the same time making a more careful examination of the surrounding premises, when they perceived that the house of Mr. Henderson was also on fire, and that smoke was issuing from various parts of the building. They at once made an alarm at the door, but no one appearing they burst it open, and the inmates were fortunately aroused and assisted into the street. Mr. Henderson was partially suffocated with the smoke, and Mr. Mitchell and some other gentleman had to wrap him In a blanket and carry him into the street. By this time the two unfinished houses were completely in the power of the flames which broke forth from every window, throwing a glare of light upon the surrounding houses and thoroughfares which latter now swarmed with sightseers hurrying to the scene of (ho catastrophe.

And at the same time the fire-bells began their warning clang, bringing fresh hundreds to the scene of destruction—and destruction it really was, for it became evident that the two houses to the right must be destroyed, as also those to the left, one of which was occupied by Mr. A. Black, and then the scene became most heartrending, for the inhabitants turned out of their houses in both directions, and the street was, in a few minutes, strewn with articles of furniture, which were brought from the houses by hundreds of willing volunteers, and thrown down topsy-turvy in one continuous line along the road, their almost frantic owners rushing about half-dressed as if distracted. By this time a body of police had arrived on the ground under the able superintendence of Mr. Naughton, our indefatigable commissioner, who at once formed his men in line around the property, which now lay piled up for three or four hundred feet --chairs, tables, bedsteads, cheffoniers, looking-glasses, drawers, containing linen partly strewn about, and every conceivable article of household furniture. Besides the police, Lieut. Fleury, of the 50th Regiment, arrived on the ground about half an hour after the fire had broken out, and did good service by keeping the crowd back, &c. We also observed Colonel Dwyer, of the 14th, and a number of our leading townsmen —among them being Messrs. Bain, Swanson, Cadman, Dr. Horne, &c., &c., all of whom did their best to be of service, either assisting manually, or giving advice as to the best course to be pursued under the circumstances; and, indeed, it was difficult to say what was the best course, for the engines bad not yet arrived, and three houses were in flames. Volunteers were found by hundreds who assisted in pulling down the various wooden adjuncts which endangered the adjoining houses, but it was of no avail, for the wind was blowing strongly at the time and house after house caught and was rapidly destroyed, leaving nothing but the bare chimney stack to mark the spot on which it had once stood.

By this time the two engines had arrived under the superintendence of Mr Anderson, foreman of works of the City Board, but for some time no water could be found. It was hoped if water had been at hand to save the Medical Hall and two adjoining shops and houses which constituted part of the same block —but it was not to be, for before the necessary supply could be procured, the tall block had caught and was in a few minutes one mass of flames. And here it was that there seemed to be a want of all kind of control or organization in the fire brigade, who had taken their engine to the back of the block and had at length hit upon a well of water, for no sooner had the roof end of the tall block caught than the volunteers —well-meaning no doubt broke—broke the whole of the windows belonging to the three shops, thus letting in a flood of wind which speedily converted the three shops into one of fire. And now the engines had began to play, but unfortunately their efforts were of little avail for the well contained but a small quantity of water, and in a very few minutes it was emptied, and the engine pushed uselessly aside into a thicket of bushes in the rear of one of the houses. The fire by this time had spread to the back of the block and communicated to a small house between Hobson and Vincent streets, and fears were entertained for the safety of Vincent-street itself, as the wind was blowing strongly in that direction at the time. The inhabitants of these houses were all alive at the back, covering the roofs of their various domiciles with wet blankets, coats, and whatever else came to hand, upon which the showers of sparks fell without doing any damage. In the meantime the fire had reached the end house of Mr. Goodwin’s block, and seriously threatened the next detached cottage. Upon this all the hopes of the authorities were centred. It was of brick, and if, the fire could be stopped there, the rest was comparatively easy. but if it spread to the next house, which was of wood and detached from it some few yards, nothing could save twenty or thirty more houses, and the fire would in all probability spread to Vincent-street, and cause incalculable destruction among the closely packed houses fortunately at this time the water cart arrived, and into this the hose of the larger engine was inserted and the water was soon flying in a continuous stream upon the roof of the brick cottage—Mrs. Cox’s

—which -was now in a blaze. Luckily the wind fell about this time so that the task of subduing the flames was not so difficult as before, and after gutting Mrs. Cox's house it there smouldered, not having power to reach the next house upon which a copious supply of water bad been ejected, and the great fire of Hobson-street might be said to be over, j although there was debris blazing along the whole line of route which had marked the progress of the flames. And looking along this route nothing met the eye but twelve gaunt stacks of chimneys glaringly red from the reflection of the fire, where but an hour and -a half before had stood an equal number of houses, wrapped in calm repose, and sheltering in sleep some hundred persons, who were now houseless and homeless, sorrowfully looking upon the wrecks before them, and upon the heaps of furniture which were scattered indiscriminately around. During the night the scene of desolation was patrolled by a strong body of police, all armed, whose duty was to protect the vast quantities of furniture and other properly lying about in all directions, the owners of which in most cases were kindly received for the night in the houses of their hospitable friends and neighbours, When the conflagration was at its height there could not have been less than 4,000 persons present.

About 1868 William decided to try farming and bought land in Stoney Creek Road, Kaukapakapa. When Jane first saw it, she named it ‘The Stumps’ and it was known by that name for many years.

The Goodwin's had four sons and two daughters. A son and his wife were to become involved in the Band of Hope, (Temperance Union).

In 1872 Harry, (Plot 1C ) another of the sons, aged ten, drowned in the Tekapau Stream when it was in flood.

Only a month later, Harriet (Plot 1B) the eldest daughter, who’d married a neighbour, Robert Sinclair, (Plot 53B) died in childbirth She was seventeen. Jane moved into the Sinclair home and for five years she cared for little Robina Harriet. Sadly the little girl was bereaved again, when Jane died at only forty-three years.

Willie (Plot 17B), the eldest son married Annie Rapson (Plot 17C) and bought the farm which Basil Webster was to own for many years. When they retired they cut seven acres off the farm and built a new house which was later sold to Tom Shanks. (Plot 325) The children of Willie and Annie attended Kaukapakapa School, and two of them attended the 1956 Reunion. Vesta, the youngest Goodwin married John, son of Joseph and Flora Simcock of Loch Norrie.

Jane pre-deceased William by twenty-one years but he continued farming and building. He was the first librarian for the Kaukapakapa Library.

Robina was to marry a surveyor, Robert Clare, and spend many years in India.

However her two girls were sent back to Kaukapakapa to be educated.

Jane is buried in Kaukapakapa Cemetery with her husband, young son Harry, daughter Harriet, and eldest son Willie and his wife.

Isla Willis 1999

Plot 1C GOODWIN Henry Joseph died 25 Feb 1872 Entry from Burial Register Kaukapakapa 10 years - 28.2.1872 - grave (1) - Wm Goodwin's (Plot 3) son drowned Auckland Star, Volume III, Issue 666, 29 February 1872, Page 2 The enquiry into the death of the son of Mr. Goodwin, at Kaukapakapa resulted in a verdict of accidental death being returned New Zealand Herald, Volume IX, Issue 2526, 29 February 1872, Page 2 Our Kaukapakapa correspondent writes us that an inquest was held on the body of the son of Mr. Goodwin, who was drowned on the 25th instant. The jury returned a verdict of Accidental Death.

Colonist, Volume XV, Issue 1510, 15 March 1872, Page 2

A boy, named Goodwin, was washed off a log, during a fresh in the Kaukapakapa river (Auckland), a few days since, and was drowned.

Daily Southern Cross, Volume XXVIII, Issue 4545, 20 March 1872, Page 7 An accident has occurred in the Kaukapakapa district, by which the life of a young boy named Goodwin was lost. The boy was the son of a settler residing in that district. It appears that the deceased and a brother somewhat older than himself had occasion to cross a tributary stream. The two were on a log when they were suddenly surrounded with water, the result of a sudden fresh from the rain on Sunday, Feb.25. The younger brother lost his hold of the log or was washed off it, and was drowned.

Plot 1B SINCLAIR Harriette Amelia nee GOODWIN 1854-1872

HARRIETTE AMELIA wife of ROBERT SINCLAIR died 25th March 1872 aged 18 years;

also

HARRY GOODWIN who was drowned 5th February 1872 aged 18 (or 19?) years, also

JANE RUSSELL wife of W.H.GOODWIN died 10th April 1877 aged 43 years

Harriette Amelia SINCLAIR nee Goodwin 1854-1872 Entry from Burial Register 17 years, Kaukapakapa - 24.3.1872 grave (1B) Wm Goodwin's (Plot 3) daughter and wife of R Sinclair (Plot 53B) New Zealand Herald, Volume IX, Issue 2547, 25 March 1872, Page 2 SINCLAIR. -On March 23, at Kyber (sic) Pass Road, Harriette Amelia, beloved wife of Robert Sinclair, of Kaukapakapa, in the l8th year of her age.

She was born 11 Oct 1854 in Auckland N.Z

Plot 2 SIMCOCK Jessie Hannah b abt 1879- May 1881 Entry from Burial Register:-Kaukapakapa - 15.5.1881 - grave 2 - infant daughter of Joseph (Plot 206) and Flora Simcock (Plot 207)

Plot 3 GOODWIN William Henry Snr.1820-1898

William Henry GOODWin Senior 1820-1898 New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXV, Issue 10719, 5 April 1898, Page 4 Another old colonist has passed away (writes our Kaukapakapa correspondent) in the person of William Henry Goodwin, who died at the residence of his eldest son here on Thursday forenoon last, at the advanced age of 78 years. Mr. Goodwin was a native of Norfolk, England, and came to Auckland by way of Sydney, a single man, nearly 50 years ago. Some years later he married and took up his residence in Hobson-street, then the ultima thule of the city of Auckland, when all beyond was fern and tea tree scrub. He was a painter by trade, and retired from his business about 27 years ago, and with his wife and family came to Kaukapakapa and settled down as a farmer. He had been a great sufferer for the last nine months. He leaves three sons and one daughter who, with the exception of the youngest son, are all married and settled in the district to mourn their loss. The funeral took place on Saturday afternoon, the Rev, Mr. Stephenson conducting the service.

Entry from Burial Register Kaukapakapa, 78 years - 2.4.1898 - grave 3 - father of W., V. & J. Goodwin and Mrs J. Simcock.

His Property Lot 15 William Henry Goodwin born abt 1820 in England.

He arrived in Auckland aboard the Sir John Franklin In 1849 Died 29 Mar 1898 Kaukapakapa NZ Married Jane Russell (Plot 1A) 30 Dec 1853 Their children were Harriet Amelia Goodwin 1854-1872 ( Plot 1B ) William Henry Goodwin 1857-1931 (Plot 17B) John Goodwin 1859 1933 Privately cremated.

Henry Joseph Goodwin 1862-1872 (Plot 1C) Vesta Hobson Goodwin 1866-1939 Frederick James Russell Goodwin 1872 - 1949

Plot 4 BUSSIO Joseph 1889 - 1902

Plot 5 MILLS Clarence twin children of Edward, Tahekeroa - grave 5 - Clarence was aged 17 days;.

Plot 5 MILLS Jane twin children of Edward, Tahekeroa - grave 5 - Jane was aged 22 days.

Plot 6 BROWN Mary Jane Died Oct 1905 Aged 2 days Daughter of George Brown Farmer, Kaukapakapa

Plot 7 DOGHERTY William 1833-1906

Gum-digging (beginning in 1873-74 and continuing until at least 1914 was an important source of income and occupation for locals at Kaukapakapa Kauri gum formed when resin from a kauri trees leaked out through fractures or cracks in the bark, hardening with the exposure to air. Lumps commonly fell to the ground and became covered with soil and forest litter, eventually fossilising. Other lumps formed as branches forked or trees were damaged, which released the resin

Unpolished Kauri Gum The MÄ ori had many uses for the gum, which they called kapia. Fresh gum was used as a type of chewing gum (older gum was softened by soaking and mixing with juice of the puha thistle). Highly flammable, the gum was also used as a fire-starter, or bound in flax to act as a torch. Burnt and mixed with animal fat, it made a dark pigment for moko tattooing. Kauri gum was also crafted into jewellery, keepsakes, and small decorative items. Like amber, kauri gum sometimes includes insects and plant material.

Kauri gum was used commercially in varnish, and can be considered a type of copal (the name given to resin used in such a way).

Kauri gum was found to be particularly good for this, and from the mid-1840s was exported to London and America. Tentative exports had begun a few years earlier, however, for use in marine glue and as fire-kindlers; gum had even made up part of an export cargo to Australia in 1814.

Since the kauri gum was found to mix more easily with linseed oil, at lower temperatures, than other resins, by the 1890s, 70 percent of all oil varnishes made in England used kauri gum. It was used to a limited extent in paints during the late 19th century, and from 1910 was used extensively in the manufacture of linoleum. From the 1930s, the market for gum dropped as synthetic alternatives were found, but there remained niche uses for the gum in jewellery and specialist high-grade varnish for violins.

Kauri gum was Auckland's main export in the second half of the 19th century, sustaining much of the early growth of the city.

Between 1850 and 1950, 450,000 tons of gum were exported. The peak in the gum market was 1899, with 11,116 tons exported that

year, with a value of £600,000($989,700). The average annual export was over 5,000 tons, with the average price gained £63 ($103.91) per ton By 1850, most of the surface-lying gum had been picked up, and people began digging for it. The hillsides yielded shallow-buried gum (about 1 m), but in the swamps and beaches, it was buried much further down (4 m or below) Gum-diggers were men and women who dug for kauri gum, a fossilised resin, in the old kauri fields of New Zealand at the end of the 19th and early 20th centuries. The gum was used mainly for varnish. The term may be a source for the nickname "Digger" given to New Zealand soldiers in World War I. In 1898, a gum-digger described "the life of a gum-digger" as "wretched, and one of the last [occupations] a man would take to."

Gum-diggers worked in the old kauri fields, most of which were then covered by swamp or scrub, digging for the gum. Much of the population was transient, moving from field to field, and they lived in rough huts or tents (which were called "whares", after the Maori for 'house'). It was extremely hard work and not very well paid, but it attracted many Maori and European settlers, including women and children

Plot 8 ASPINALL Aaron 1817- 1872

Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa 7.2.1872 - grave 8

New Zealand Herald, Volume IX, Issue 2510, 10 February 1872, Page 2 DEATHS. Aspinall. —At Kaukapakapa, on Feb. 5, Aaron Aspinall, aged 55 years, formerly of Astwick, Yorkshire. ( I think that should be Rastrick, near Brighouse wbs) Rastrick is a village in the county of West Yorkshire, England, near Halifax. It is perhaps best known for its association, along with its neighbour Brighouse, with the Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band.

Aaron was born 13 Apr 1817 in Elland Brighouse. son of Squire Aspinall b 1790 and Jane nee Goodall.b. 1794 He had 3 brothers and 4 sisters/ He was the second child, and eldest son, His siblings were Mary b 1815 Hannah 1818 Rachel 1820 Abel 1822-1873

Elijah 1823-1839 Miriam1825 Squire 1827-1895 He married Ann Walker on 8 Oct 1838 at Elland, St Mary, Brighouse, West Yorkshire.

They had 6 daughters.

Elizabeth 1840 Mariah 1841 Sarah Jane 1842 Rachel 1845 Martha 1847 Betty 1849

Aaron Aspinall marriage entry 1838 His first brush with the law seems to occur in Feb 1843 When he is dubbed in by one of his fellow miscreants, for night poaching in Grantham Fields. they were sent to Wakefield for 3 months In Apr 1844 he was serving a 3 month sentence for larceny aged 27. tried at West Riding Session Pontefract 8th April.

In Nov 1849 He and two others are arraigned for robbing from a train at the Low Moor station some property of Messrs Dewhirst of Bradford. involving a bale of Worsted material.

Daily News (London, England), Tuesday, November 6, 1849; Issue 1076.

RAILWAY ROBBERS . On Wednesday last,-at the Court-house, Bradford, three men, named Aaron Aspinall, Abel Aspinall, and Simon Brigg, were brought up, charged by Mr, E; J; Brierley, superintendent constable of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway police, with being concerned in a robbery from the Low Moor station of that company on the night of the Wednesday previous. On that night, a bale containing fifteen and a half worsted pieces, sent . by Messrs. Dewhirst, of Bradford, per railway, to Mr Walker, draper, of Huddersfield, was stolen from the Low Moor station; and the robbery was reported immediately to Mr. E -J Brierley, whose suspicions of the thief were at once fixed on the parties now brought up. It may be premised that that officer had had four members of the Aspinall family in custody previously on charges of robbery from the railway, and had found in their possession and in the neighbourhood of their residences vast quantities of goods of a description answering to those at various times from Brighouse station. On one occasion Aaron Aspinall had found it convenient to abscond to America; and, some-what singularly; his police-enemy was also sent the same voyage, in the performance of his duty, after a rascally debtor. Unknown to each other the. thief and the constable returned to their native land again about the same time, and both recommenced business, the one to thieve and the other to

watch and catch the thief .As the result of his dishonest life, Aaron was committed for trial. and was brought up at the Bradford sessions in 1848, on three separate charges of robbery from the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway. But although the prisoner ,was proved to have been a wholesale thief, and had. been previously convicted of felony, besides serving three months under the Vagrancy Act, the magistrates, in a fit of unaccountable leniency, only sentenced him to twelve months imprisonment, with a promise that if he abused this leniency he should inevitably be transported. The twelve months expired on Wednesday, the.17th ult. -On the following night he was seen by Mr. Brierley in company with his brother Abel at the North Dean station; and that same night a trunk containing about -10/. worth of wearing apparel was stolen, from the railway.

1848 York Criminal Register These circumstances, coupled with the circumstances of the robbery at Law Moor (for a thief's method of performing his "business" is almost as. easy to be identified as a ‘hand-writing), led Mr. Brierley to watch the parties; and on Saturday evening, as soon as it became dark, he went along with Taylor, one of the railway police. Sykes, constable of Stainland, and other assistants to Wyke, [where Brigg (who is Aspinall’s brother in law) resides. The police, being all duly placed on the road, they waited under cover till about half;-past 9; when Brierley saw three men coming on the road, two carrying heavy sacks. As soon as they had passed Brierley, he sprung out, and seized Abel Aspinall,,who carried one of the sacks. Abel immediately threw the sack down, and, after a sharp struggle with the officer, escaped, but was hotly pursued and floored by the officer’s staff before he had got far. He then jumped up, seized Brierley by the coat, and putting his head into his breast commenced kicking him savagely; and was not restrained and captured until Brierley had cut his head twice with the blows he dealt, and until he was weakened by the consequent loss of blood. Aaron Aspinall, who was carrying the other sack, threw it down on seeing Brierley, and. effected his escape, distancing Sykes who gave chase. Brigg, who was the third man, was seized by one of the assistants, but he cleverly replied “ Leave off, go and catch the others I am one of you, and was thereupon released, but was subsequently captured by Taylor.

The sacks were found to contain‘ 14½ of the stolen pieces; and Mr. Brierley on instantly driving, with Sykes, to Aaron. Aspinall’s house found his wife and Abel Aspinall’s wife, engaged in making up a dress from the remaining piece. Aaron Aspinall had not at that time reached home; but was taken at two o'clock next morning

by Waddington and Shepley, parochial constables, whom Mr Brierley had set to watch the house. When taken,

he said he had been at a fight at the Duke William public-house at Halifax, which proved to be true, he having run as speedily as possible to Halifax, and got into a fight so as to lay the foundation for an alibi.

On examining the pieces found in the sacks, one was found to be eight yards short, and another to have had an apron length cut off; but both these ends of pieces were found in Aaron Aspinall's house.

Mr. Terry appeared for the three prisoners, who made no defence, and were committed for, trial at the ensuing sessions. The father of the prisoner Brigg (who is above 70 years of age), in whose house and laith a quantity of property was found, and from which the prisoners evidently bringing sacks on Saturday night, was brought up

by Brierley, but discharged, no case being established against him - Halifax Guardian From the England and Wales Criminal Registers 1791-1892. Wakefield Court (Not too far from Brighouse, Elland and near Leeds. on 2nd January 1850. We find Simon Briggs sentenced to 12 months, imprisonment. for larceny Aaron Aspinall, Larceny before convicted of Felony, 10 years, transportation, Abel Aspinall Larceny, 12 months imprisonment.

January 1850 England and Wales Criminal Register

York Herald, and General Advertiser (York, England), Saturday, February 09, 1850; pg. 6; Issue 4035. 19th Century British Library Newspapers: Part II. Convicts.-On Tuesday last, the following convicts were sent. from York Castle to the county jail at Leicester :Walton Whiteley, John England, John Burnall, George Straw, Thomas Makin, Mark Hope, David Fergueson, G. Wellock, James Badger, John Hupton, Aaron Aspinall, Wm. Noble, Edward Abbott, John Sykes, Henry Holroyd, Jas. Helmsley Chas. Fox, Thomas Gray, Wm. Sowden, and Geo. Roberts.

In 1851 England Census he was a prisoner at Portland Convict Prison aged 35

2nd January 1850 Aaron Aspinall Australian Convict Transportation Register

From the Index of convicts sent to Australia between 1788 and 1868.

In 1850 he was convicted on 2nd Jan in Yorkshire to 10 years and transported to Australia (WA) on the ship "Sea Park" 30 Dec 1853 his occupation Mason, he was tried at Wakefield and his status married with 6 children.

He appears to have arrived in NZ on the ship Maori 700 tons from the Cape of Good Hope on 7 Nov 1864 It appears his family did not come here.

His wife Ann aged 33 in 1851 is listed as Head of household and the 6 daughters are with her aged 11 down to 2. They are of Lower Edge Elland, West Yorkshire.

Ann Aspinall 33 Elizabeth 11 Mariah 10 Sarah 8 Rachel 6 Martha 4

Betty

2

In 1861 Upper Edge, Elland cum Greetland head of house with 4 daughters at home. She is a handloom weaver of fancy cloth, Wool & Cotton Ann Aspinall 43 Sarah 19 Rachel 17 Martha 15 Betsy A 12 In 1881 She is head of house aged 63 with a 16 year old grand daughter with her. She is listed as widowed. and a former Woollen Weaver.

In 1891 She is living with her married daughter Sarah Cartwright as a Widow aged 73 and Blind at 25 Brook St Elland Rd. Hipperholme cum Brighouse West Yorkshire

1851 England Census Portland Prison

Plot 9A NAUGHTON Mary Kate 1864 - 1946 Daughter of William and Mary nee Lennon Naughton. Born 2 May 1864 Athlone, Roscommon, Ireland

IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARY KATE NAUGHTON DIED 3rd APRIL 1946 Aged 82 years

Plot 9B FROST Samuel 1819 - 1870

Samuel FROST 1819 - 1870 Entry from Burial Register :- Ararimu - 14.6.1970 grave 9B Born 4 Apr 1819 Sedgley, Staffordshire England Auckland Star, Volume I, Issue 134, 14 June 1870, Page 2 DEATHS. Frost.—On the 11th inst:, at his residence, Enville Grove, Ararimu, Auckland, Samuel Frost, Esq., aged 51 years, formerly of Grove House, Wolverhampton, England. Friends please accept this intimation. Home papers please copy.

Plot 9C FROST Betsy nee Thorneycroft 1823 - 1906

Betsy FROST nee Thorneycroft 1823 - 1906 Born 1823 Darlaston, Staffordshire, England Baptised 6 Apr 1823 St Lawrence Darlaston near Wolverhampton, Staffordshire England.

She married Samuel FROST on 31 Dec 1842 in Wolverhampton area England There were eight Children Edward Thorneycroft FROST born abt 1843 died bef 1 Jul 1844 Matthew Henry FROST born 3 Jun 1844 Wolverhampton died 15 Aug 1907 Albany N.Z. Edward Charles FROST born Abt 1846 Wolverhampton, Died 9 Jun 1940 11 Owens Rd Epsom NZ Alice Mary FROST Birth bef 28 Apr 1848 in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, England Samuel James FROST Birth bef 1 Jul 1849 in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, England Death 17 Aug 1932 in Helensville, Auckland, New Zealand Betsy Helen Frost Birth 1851 Wolverhampton married Stephen M Fearnley 24 Jan 1871 Ernest Arthur Frost Born bef 1 Oct 1853 Wolverhampton Charlotte Gertrude Frost Birth bef 6 Aug 1857 Wolverhampton Died 29 May 1909 Epsom Auckland NZ

New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIII, Issue 13082, 23 January 1906, Page 1 DEATHS FROST.—On January 21, at her residence, Williamson-street, Epsom, Betsy, relict of the late Samuel Frost, of Enville Grove, Ararimu, and second daughter of the late E. B. Thorneycroft Wolverhampton, England aged 82 -Home papers please copy. The funeral will leave Newmarket Station for Kaukapakapa at 7.10 a.m. to-morrow (Wednesday) morning.

FROST Edwin ( Ted) Ashes were added to his grandparents grave in 2006

Plot 10A NAUGHTON Thomas 1865 - 1950 Entry from Burial Register :- 84 years -17.9.1950 - grave 10A

In loving Memory of THOMAS NAUGHTON died 17th September 1950 aged 85 years.

On the back of the stone

IN LOVING MEMORY OF ALEXANDER McLACHLAN BELOVED HUSBAND OF

JANET DIED 23 RD MARCH 1950 ALSO HIS BELOVED WIFE

JANET DIED 27TH JULY 1955 AGED 82 YEARS.

Auckland Star, Volume XXXI, Issue 22, 26 January 1900, Page 4 A young settler named. Thomas Naughton, while, handling a. young horse at Kaukapakapa the other day, was kicked severely in the eye. Fortunately the eye itself escaped, owing to the hollow of the hoof just coming .over it, but it is feared that the bone outside the eye is fractured In the 1950 Wises Post Office Directory he is listed as Farmer.

Born 18 Dec 1865 Kaukapakapa and died aged 85 on 17 Sep 1950

Plot 10B BONAR John 1813-1879 Entry from Burial Register :- 63 years - 12.1.1879 - grave 10B New Zealand Herald, Volume XVI, Issue 5371, 3 February 1879, Page 7 On January 10, at Kaukapakapa, John William Bonar. third son of the late William Bonar, Esq., Melville Street, Edinburgh, Scotland.

Plot 10C BONAR Elizabeth Frances nee Dixon 1812-1867

EL1ZABETH FRANCES BONAR (nee Dixon) c 1812-1867 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa - 20.8.1867 - wife of Andrew Grave 10C Elizabeth Frances Dixon was born about 1812.

On 7 August 1857 she married Andrew James Bonar in Dumbarton, Scotland. Their son William was born in 1858.( Something wrong with this as marriage banns were read in 1835 and son William could not have been born in 1858, as he married in 1866) In 1858 the first official purchase of Crown Land in the Kaukapakapa district was made by a European when Andrew Bonar purchased three allotments near the present township.

Here he built a home which became the districts first store and subsequently in 1861,the Post Office. On a map ‘shewing (sic) the Quantity of Land acquired from the natives up to 1860 the only building shown was Bonar’s store.

It would seem that Elizabeth Bonar arrived in New Zealand when the Shalimar berthed in Auckland on 25 December 1859, for the passenger list contained a group consisting of Mr, Mrs, William and John Bonar. John Bonar was Andrew’s brother. They were both born in Edinburgh, their parents being William and Graham Bonar. (Graham was definitely their mother’s Christian name, unusual though it may be).

The 1862 list of claims to vote for the elections itemises three separate households in the Kaukapakapa North area: Andrew Bonar - freehold dwelling and farm in his occupation, John William Bonar - household dwelling, William Bonar - freehold dwelling and farm in his occupation

At the end of 1863 the area was visited by engineer and photographer Daniel Manders Beere, who had arrived in Auckland in November. He took the first known photographs of the district, including three of the Bonar household.

In early 1866 their son William married Miss Caroline Russell who was from the Hokianga. The young couple’s son William Fairlie Bonar was born in December of the same year.

Elizabeth Bonar died on 18 June 1867 and was buried two days later in the Kaukapakapa Cemetery. She was fifty-five years old.

Her brother-in-law John Bonar died a bachelor in 1879, and her husband Andrew much later in 1888. Her son William went trading in the Islands. He died in Rarotonga in 1905 as did his son, William Fairlie in 1955.

Louise Michaux 1999

BONAR ELIZABETH FRANCES 1812-1867 WIFE OF ANDREW JAMES 1812-1888 FIRST OFFICIAL EUROPEAN LANDOWNER IN KAUKAPAKAPA (BURIED WAIKUMETE) AND HIS BROTHER JOHN WILLIAM 1813-1879

Tarawa Parore, the residence of Andrew James Bonar and Elizabeth Frances Bonar at Kaukapakapa, photographed in late 1863 by Daniel Manders Beere.

Inscriptions: Inscribed - Photographer's title on negative -bottom left: Beere 14.

Andrew and Elizabeth Bonar, their son William, and Andrew's brother John William, arrived on the "Shalimar" on 23 December 1859. John William remained a bachelor and William did not marry until 1866. This is therefore the home of Andrew and Elizabeth Bonar. (Source: Louise Michaux, pers com) Daily Southern Cross, Volume XXIII, Issue 3107, 2 July 1867, Page 8 On June 18, at Kaukapakapa, Elizabeth Frances Dixon, youngest daughter of the late John Dixon,. Esq., of Levengrove, Dumbarton, and Wife of A. J. Bonar, Esq., Kaukapakapa Andrew and Elizabeth Bonar, their son William, and Andrew's brother John William, arrived on the "Shalimar" on 23 December 1859. John William remained a bachelor, and William did not marry until 1866. This couple is therefore Andrew and Elizabeth Bonar.

(Something wrong with the dates Alan Jordan's photo says Andrew was in Kaukapakapa before 1858, I think that is wrong, Andrew James Bonar died near Auckland in the first quarter of 1888. was from Clackmannanshire and his marriage banns were read in the county in 1835. He married in Dumbarton a few weeks later: to Elizabeth Frances Dixon, youngest daughter of the Dumbarton glassworks. They went to Kaukapakapa in North island.

Andrew was the JP, coroner and sheep inspector (appointed in Oct 1879.) By 1873 he was Chairman of the Kaukapakapa District Highways Board. and by Feb 1875 was Kaipara Coroner, and in Jun 1876 was a Licensing Commissioner for the Kaipara District sitting in Helensville. , a returning officer, and in 1879 a Valuator for Land Tax for Waitemata.

New Zealand Herald, Volume V, Issue 1482, 22 August 1868, Page 5 Green" Peas.—"We were yesterday shown by Mr. Bonar of Kaukapakapa, a kit of full grown green peas fit for the table. Mr. Bonar assures us that he could send up a regular supply to the Auckland market but for the difficulty of transit. They are grown in the open air and in no particularly sheltered position. Green peas in the middle of winter are a luxury indeed. Pine Apples, as our readers are aware, have been successfully grown out of doors in the same locality, and though this district is not thirty miles from Auckland, the want of good roads and

easy communication prevents our market being supplied as it could and ought to be. A sample of peas may be seen at our office.

Mr and Mrs Bonar on the verandah of their house at Kaukapakapa, 1863 Reference Number: 1/2-096085-G

(http://mp.natlib.govt.nz/detail/?id=20908) Andrew James Bonar and Elizabeth Frances Bonar, photographed on the verandah of their house at Kaukapakapa in late 1863 by Daniel Manders Beere

Andrew James Bonar

1810-1888

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXIII, Issue 7583, 12 March 1886, Page 4 The Sheep Inspectors have been charged by recent legislation, with the duty of carrying out the provisions of the Rabbit Nuisance Act. Lately the settlers residing at Henderson, Riverhead, and Kaukapakapa have called the attention of District Inspector Mr. Andrew Bonar to the increase of rabbits in these districts, and requested him to report thereon, as they fear unless a check is put upon them the growers of young fruit trees will suffer severely. They stated further that many intending fruit-growers we re deterred from commencing operations Mr. Bonar complied with the request made, and reports to Mr. P. C. Lewis, Chief Inspector, that he has ridden from Henderson to Riverhead, and from thence to Kaukapakapa, and that he is satisfied the statements of the settlers are true, and that the rabbits are increasing at a great rate on these roads. He states that many persons assert it is hares that are barking the young trees, but he had himself never seen hares north of Auckland, and he did not believe there were any in the northern districts. Mr. Lewis has communicated with the Waitemata County Council on the subject, and he invites an expression from the Council as to whether they deem it desirable that action should be taken by the Government inspectors to compel settlers to destroy rabbits within the districts named Henderson, Riverhead, and Kaukapakapa. The matter will receive the consideration of the Council at its first meeting.

Auckland Star, Volume XIX, Issue 26, 1 February 1888, Page 2 THE OLD PEOPLE'S REFUGE. (To the Editor.)

Sir.,—A few days ago there was a letter in the Star, and in the Herald the other day there was another letter, on the above subject. Colonel Haultain, on a recent visit to the Lunatic Asylum, found 86 inmates who had no right to be there at all., 19 of those are wasting away from senile decay. "One of these," says the Colonel, "is A B whose face has not been unfamiliar in Queen-street. About 80 years of age, he is a Justice of the Peace and coroner of his district, where he was highly respected. He came out to the colony with some means, but got stranded on a piece of sterile land to "the north of Auckland. Year by year he has become more and more impoverished, and a short time ago he was found wandering about, feeble in mind and body, and in a state of semi-starvation, for there was not a morsel of food or fuel in his house and, there being no other place to send him to, he was consigned to the Asylum. Poor old man !he has not many more hours to live, and almost the last words he was able to say were, Why have they brought mo to this place to die?" The A. B. referred to, is, I believe, Mr- Andrew Bonar, of Kaukapakapa ,I have known him for more than a quarter of a century. Many old

colonists have enjoyed his hospitality. His wife was in delicate health, but as nice and kind-hearted a lady as ever breathed. Many old settlers in half-starvation and struggling circumstances have had good reason to thank Mr Bonar for assistance in time of trouble, and to think that the poor old man is to die in a mad-house at last.

Depend upon it, after Colonel Haultain's letter, if the Charitable Aid Board do not take immediate steps for the erection of the new Refuge, their names will deservedly stink in the nostrils of the people for all time.—Yours, etc., W. GREENSHIELDS,

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXV, Issue 8987, 27 February 1888, Page 8 BONAR.—At Auckland, 011 February 2, Andrew Bonar J.P., late of Kaukapakapa, aged 78 years. Respected by all who knew him New Zealand Herald, Volume XXV, Issue 8968, 4 February 1888, Page 5 There were two deaths at the Asylum On Thursday, both patients. The first was Mr. Andrew Bonar ,of Kaukapakapa, who was admitted to the Asylum recently in a very feeble state of health. He died of senile decay, his age being 80. Mr. Bonar was for many years a settler in the Kaukapakapa district, and acted there as coroner. His eldest son, formerly of the Aratapu sawmill, Northern Wairoa, is at present in the Islands. The deceased was of good family, being related to Horatius Bonar, whose sacred lyrics are so widely known.

Otago Witness , Issue 1893, 2 March 1888, Page 21 The life of the late Mr Andrew Bonar ,J.P., of Kaukapakapa ,who died at the Auckland Lunatic Asylum, was insured for £5000 or £6000, the premiums having of late been paid by friends in Scotland. The son of deceased, who is residing at Tahiti or one of the adjacent islands, will thus fall heir to & handsome amount. Deceased was a relative of Horatius Bonar the poet.

The Southland Times. PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING. Luceo Non Uro. WEDNESDAY, 14th MARCH, 1888.

Treated as A Pauper In a recent issue we published Col. Haulain's indignant protest against the placing of aged persons in a state of senile decay in the Auckland Lunatic Asylum. He referred particularly to one A; B, as a man who had brought wealth to the colony, but, by unfortunate investments, had, at 80 years of age, been reduced to poverty, and was found wandering about the streets of the city in an imbecile condition. It will be remembered that the poor old man plaintively asked why he had been brought to "this place (the asylum) to die." The following paragraph from the Star probably refers to him The life of the late Mr Andrew Bonar, J.P., of Kaukapakapa who died at the Lunatic Asylum, is stated to have been insured for ₤5000 or ₤6000, the premiums having of late been paid by friends in Scotland, The son of deceased, who is residing at Tahiti or one of the adjacent islands, will thus fall heir to a handsome amount. Deceased was a relative of Horatius Bonar ,the poet.

It is believed he was buried in Waikumete cemetery in an unmarked plot.

Plot 11 Reserved Janet FOX.

Plot 12 BROWN Child of George Brown 1913 (10 days) Entry from Burial Register :- Aged 10days 27.2.1913

Plot 13 To be probed for occupancy

Plot 14 RUSSELL Miss Ann Jane 1862- 1915 Entry from Burial Register :- No age given -23.6.1915 grave 14 Wanganui Herald, Volume L, Issue 14637, 23 June 1915, Page 4 DEATH RUSSELL.—At Auckland on June 21st, Ann J. Russell, second daughter of the late William Russell, of Goat Valley, Wanganui. Internment at Kaukapakapa Ann Jane Russell was born 2 Jun 1862 in Wanganui NZ Her mother having died 14 Sep 1871 when she was only 9.

Her Father was a brother of Jane Russell (Plot 1A) William Henry Russell Obituary Wanganui Herald, Volume XXXX, Issue 11791, 15 February 1906, Page 7 We regret to announce the death of Mr Wm. Russell, formerly of the Goat Valley, and one of Wanganui’s oldest settlers, who passed away this morning, shortly after midnight, at the age of 75. The late Mr Russell had a very long colonial experience, arriving in Auckland in the ship Westminster in 1843. After a short stay in Auckland, he lost his parents, and then took to a seafaring life for a few years finding his way to New Plymouth, where he stayed for eight or nine years. The Coromandel gold rush breaking out, he found his way to the diggings, but meeting no luck, he with some companions tramped his way back to New Plymouth in those days a perilous undertaking. In the early 50's he came to Wanganui, where he engaged in farming, and about 1863 he took up land at Goat Valley, residing on his farm till about eighteen months ago, when he went to live with one of his sons at Mangawhero. He was taken ill last August, and was brought to town, going to live with his son-in-law, Mr Alex Livingstone, at Westmere, where he passed away, as above stated, after a. painful illness. Mr Russell leaves three sons, Messrs George (Rapanui), Randolph (Napier), and Wm. Russell (Mangawhero), and three daughters, Mrs Livingstone (Westmere), and Mrs (Mary Grace) Goodwin [died 1945 Okoroire Waikato, (wife of Frederick Goodwin died in Okoroire 1949, 3rd surviving son of Wm H Goodwin (Plot 3) and Jane Russell (Plot 1A)] and Miss Ann Russell (Plot 14) (Goat Valley). The deceased gentleman, who went through all the vicissitudes incidental to early colonial life, including service in the ‘Wanganui Militia during the Maori War, was well known and universally respected throughout the district. We extend to his family our sincere sympathy in their bereavement.

Plot 15 HILL Susan (Mrs John) 1851 - 1927

Entry from Burial Register :- 76 years, - 25.7.1927 - grave 15 New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIV, Issue 19688, 14 July 1927, Page 1 HILL.—On July 13, 1927, at her daughter's residence. Weston Avenue Mount Albert, Susan, relict of the late John Hill, of Kaukapakapa: in her 77th year. Private interment New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIV, Issue 19692, 19 July 1927, Page 5 For many years a well-known resident of Kaukapakapa Mrs. Susan Hill, widow of the late Mr. John Hill, died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. C. A. G-. Marshall, Weston Avenue, Mount Albert, last week. The late Mrs. Hill was born in Plymouth, England, in 1852 and came to New Zealand with her husband on the ship Ionic 43 years ago. Mr. Hill settled in the Kaukapakapa district, where he acquired s farm, which Mrs. Hill managed for some time after her husband's death. Of late years she had resided in Auckland. Mrs. Hill is survived by a sister, Mrs. J. Goodwin, of Auckland, one son, Mr. J. H. Hill, of Waipawa, and three daughters, Mrs. R. P. Ward, Mrs. C. A. G. Marshall and Mrs. J. W. Fawcett, of Auckland, and 14 grandchildren.

Plot 16 HILL John 1832 -1904

Entry from Burial Register :-Kaukapakapa 72 years, 17.2.1904 - grave 16 - one of the old settlers at Hillside.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XLI, Issue 12501, 19 February 1904, Page 1 DEATHS. HILL. On February 15, at his late residence "Hillside, Kaukapakapa, John, loved husband of S. Hill, in his 73rd year —Home and Wellington papers please copy. Interred February 17.

John Hill born Abt 1832 Wiveliscombe Somerset England. Christened 29 January 1834 Wiveliscombe, Somerset, England son of Edward and Elizabeth Hill John married in 1878 to Susan Woodman at Plymouth Devon.

In 1881 Census they were living at Halberton, Devonshire, England.

In the `89 Waitemata Electoral Roll he was a Freehold farmer of 40 part 9 Ararimu Parish with 78 acres. In the return of Sheepowners 1897-98 He had 34 and 47 respectively.

Son John Hugh Hill born abt 1880 Tiverton Devon England. died 3 Aug 1970 at Milford Auckland, aged 90 Cremated 5 Aug 1970 Purewa and ashes interred there 30 Sep 1970 Occupation Teacher.

Married Evelyn Gladys Hopkins 22 Dec 1915 at her parents home in Church Rd Epsom In the 1928 NZ Electoral Roll for Hawkes Bay Waipawa John Hugh Hill Schoolhouse, Waipawa. and his wife Evelyn Gladys present at the Schoolhouse, confirms we have the correct people. and they were still there in 1938.

1905-6 NZ Electoral Roll Bay of Plenty. John Hugh Hill, Opourino, teacher.

1911 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland West John Hugh Hill, 56 Mary's Rd ,school teacher, also Susan Hill widow at 56 Mary's Rd (a further confirmation) 1914 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland West John Hugh Hill, 56 Mary's Rd ,school teacher, also Susan Hill widow at 56 Mary's Rd (a further confirmation) 1919 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland West John Hugh Hill, 56 Mary's Rd ,school teacher, also Susan Hill widow at 56 Mary's Rd (a further confirmation) no listing of Evelyn Gladys.

1938 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>Roskill> John Hugh Hill 7 Atherton Rd SE3 school teacher and Evelyn Gladys, married So they appear to have gone to Hawke Bay after John's mother died, and returned sometime in 1938 1946 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>Roskill> John Hugh Hill 7 Atherton Rd SE3 school teacher and Evelyn Gladys, married

1949 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>Roskill> John Hugh Hill 7 Atherton Rd SE3 school teacher and Evelyn Gladys, married

1954 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>Roskill> John Hugh Hill 7 Atherton Rd SE3 school teacher and Evelyn Gladys, married 1957 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>North Shore> John Hugh Hill 15a Saltburn Rd N2 retired and Evelyn Gladys, married

1963 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>North Shore> John Hugh Hill 15a Saltburn Rd N2 retired and Evelyn Gladys, married 1963 NZ Electoral Roll Auckland>North Shore> John H Hill 15a Saltburn Rd N2 retired and Evelyn G, married

Sacred to the Memory OF JOHN HILL LATE OF DEVON ENGLAND DIED 15TH FEBRUARY 1904 AGED 72 YEARS "IN PERFECT PEACE; "

Also SUSAN BELOVED WIFE OF ABOVE DIED 13TH JULY 1927 AGED 74 YEARS

Plot 17A Reserved TULLOCH

Plot 17B GOODWIN MR William Henry 1857 - 1931 Entry from Burial Register :- 74 years 1.11.1931 grave 17B son of William Henry Goodwin Senior (Plot 3 ) and Jane Goodwin (Plot 1A)

Auckland Star, Volume LXII, Issue 25, 30 October 1931, Page 1 GOODWIN. —On October 30, at his daughter's residence, Papakura, William, beloved husband of the late Annie Goodwin, Kaukapakapa. Funeral, Kaukapakapa Cemetery, 12 noon, Sunday.

GOODWIN.—At the residence of his daughter, Mrs. I. Kinloch, Papakura, William Henry, beloved husband of the late Annie Lydia Goodwin, aged 73 years

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

WILLIAM HENRY GOODWIN WHO DIED 30TH OCTOBER 1931 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO OF HIS WIFE

ANNIE LYDIA WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 28TH AUGUST 1931 AGED 72 YEARS

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

WILLIAM HENRY GOODWIN WHO DIED 30TH OCTOBER 1931 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO OF HIS WIFE

ANNIE LYDIA WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 28TH AUGUST 1931 AGED 72 YEARS

Plot 17C GOODWIN Annie Lydia nee RAPSON 1858-1931 Entry from Burial Register :- 72 years, -30.8.1931 - grave 17C Wife of William Henry Goodwin (Plot 17B)

Auckland Star, Volume LXII, Issue 204, 29 August 1931, Page 1 GOODWIN.—On August 28, at "Riverdale," Kaukapakapa, Annie Lydia, wife of William H. Goodwin, Funeral 2 p.m. tomorrow (Sunday).

Annie Lydia GOODWIN nee RAPSON was born 6 Feb 1858 in Glebe Sydney Australia and Died 30 Aug 1931 in Kaukapakapa she arrived in NZ 4 May 1869 on board SS Tory were her mother and siblings, she was 11.

She married William Henry Goodwin in 1885 and settled in a newly built house at "Riverdale" They had 3 children 1. Jean Goodwin 1885 2. Ivy May Goodwin 1886-1961 3. Frank Russell Goodwin 1888-1960

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXI, Issue 7011, 7 May 1884, Page 4 MARRIAGES. GOODWIN— RAPSON. —On April 23, at Ferndale House. Kaukapakapa the residence of the bride's parents, by the Rev. Mr. Hudson, W H. Goodwin, of Riverdale, to Annie Lydia Rapson.

Plot 18A WALSH Thomas 1835-1912

Entry from Burial Register :- 77 years, 25.1.1912. - grave 18A. Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 31 January 1912, Page 2 OBITUARY MR, THOS. WALSH, Mr Thomas Walsh a Very old and respected resident of Kaukapakapa, passed away on January 23rd, at the ripe old age of 77 years. Mr Walsh was a son of the late Mr W. Walsh, and was born in England. He came to the Colony with his parents over forty years ago,' For the last few years the deceased has been too feeble to work and has been living with his sister, Mrs Osbaldiston, where he passed away. The interment took place at Kaukapakapa, on Thursday January 25th. By request of deceased no mourning was worn.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIX, Issue 14901, 29 January 1912, Page 6

Mr. Thomas Walsh, an old Kaukapakapa settler, recently died at the age of 77 years,' after a short illness. Mr Walsh, who came from South-Africa, had been a resident of the district for over 40 years.: The interment took place at Kaukapakapa on Thursday last.

Plot 18B WALSH William John 1802-1876

William John WALSH 1802-1876 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa 72 years 8.1.1875 Was born Clifton Lancashire, Mar 4 1802 son of Zaccheus and Sarah nee Rothwell He was a roller coverer in a textile Mill, and married Lucy Tadwell on May 16th 1824 at Cheadle Lancashire, England. He died in Kaukapakapa New Zealand on Jan 6 1876

Plot 18C WALSH Lucy nee Tadwell 1802-1882 Entry from Burial Register :- 30.7.1882 - grave 18C - wife of William above.(Plot 18B) Lucy Tadwell was born on Aug 8 1802 in Sheffield Yorkshire, England daughter of Roger Tadwell and Mary nee Crooks and married at age 22 at Cheadle Lancashire to William Walsh. who worked in a textile mill.. She died in Kaukapakapa Jul 28 1882.

Her death being simply reported in the New Zealand Herald, Volume XIX, Issue 6462, 3 August 1882, Page 4 Walsh.—On July 23, at her residence, Kaukapakapa, Lucy Walsh aged 79.

Lucy WALSH nee Tadwell 1802-1882 LUCY WALSH (nee Tadwell) 1802-82 Lucy was the youngest of a family of nine girls born to Roger Tadwell, a shoe-maker, and his wife, Mary Crooks, in Sheffield Yorkshire. In September 1802 she was christened in Saint Peter’s Cathedral. A grand beginning to a life that was to be lived in humble circumstances!

She married William Walsh about 1822 at Cheadle, Lancashire. Although his father, Zaccheus Walsh, was a trained physician, William was a roller coverer in a textile mill. It is likely that Lucy was also a millhand, and probably began work at a very tender age.

They reared five children John, William, Elizabeth, Sarah (Plot 201 ) and Thomas (Plot 18A) in England when the Industrial Revolution was at its height. Conditions were appalling. When they grew up, thousands of young people sought a better life. John Walsh emigrated to New Zealand in the early 1850s, his siblings, William and Elizabeth, emigrated to South Africa. Sarah and her parents emigrated to New Zealand. The youngest son, Thomas, was also settled in New Zealand by 1861.

When John was settled at Rangitopuni (Riverhead) and working in the timber industry, he sponsored his parents and sister Sarah for their voyage out from England.

The trio booked passages on the Joseph Fletcher in 1885, but at a late stage, Sarah decided to marry. A special application was made for her husband Ralph Osbaldiston ( Plot 202 ) to join them, which he did, but his name does not appear on the Passenger List.

Although the journey took almost four months, with gales and snow at times, the passengers considered it ‘A safe and pleasant voyage’. In a letter to Captain John Foster, the Commander of the Joseph Fletcher, they thanked him for this, the comfort and well being for all on board and the admirable discipline he had maintained.

There was little work to be had in Auckland so the family boarded small boat for Riverhead to join their son John.

There they had to live in a raupo hut, but William and Ralph got work in the bush and the flour mill. This must have seemed a strange existence after life in Disley, Lancashire, but even Rangitopuni was a settlement Worse was to follow In 1867 William decided to buy land. His son John had been granted Crown Land in 1855 and had established his own sawmill. Maybe this encouraged William, but for whatever reason, he bought 85 acres at Kaukapakapa for his son, Thomas, (Plot 18A) and son-in-law Ralph Osbaldiston. ( Plot 202 ) On 12 April 1867 the families moved on to their land and into their new home - another raupo hut!

Life was primitive and isolated in Kaukapakapa but they tackled their land determinedly. Their experience at Riverhead stood them in good stead. William set up a sawmill to mill his own bush. Lucy, although she was by then a sixty-five year old grandmother and a city woman at that, learnt to drive a bullock team. She was considered remarkable, as yoking up bullocks and controlling a team was usually the job of a strong man. She hauled kahikatea logs from their land to the Kaukapakapa River where they were floated down to Helensville.

A section of the bullock track is visible to this day.

She also drove her bullock wagon (dray) the fourteen miles to Riverhead to get supplies which had been shipped from Auckland. In her Will of 1876, she bequeaths ‘13 bullocks, 2 drays, yokes, bows, chains and tarpaulins ............ .. to he equally divided between my three surviving children, John Walsh, Sarah Osbaldiston and Thomas Walsh’. However, shortly after this she sold most of these possessions to Ralph Osbaldiston for £100.

As time went by, the family progressed to a slab house with a shingle roof, and finally to a six roomed pit-sawn kauri house with a roof of hand-split kauri shingles.

In spite of a life of hardship and arduous work, Lucy lived to be seventy-nine. In her last two years she suffered from paralysis (a stroke?) and general debility, but she was attended by Doctor John Stewart (Plot 171), the much respected first doctor in Kaukapakapa who had married her granddaughter, Elizabeth.

Lucy is buried in Kaukapakapa Cemetery with her husband William who had preceded her by six years, and her unmarried son, Thomas.

Compiled by Isla Willis from notes by the Osbaldiston family 1999

Plot 19 Used but unknown

Plot 20 SIMS Annie 1882-1882 Entry from Burial Register :- Makarau 5 months, 20.10.1882 - grave 20 New Zealand Herald, Volume XIX, Issue 6531, 23 October 1882, Page 4 Sims.-On October 18, at her parents residence. Helensville, Margaret May, only daughter of George and Ellen Sims. Aged 5 months.

Plot 21 DRINNAN Leslie Gavin Howie 1889-1967 Entry from Burial Register :- 78 years, -26.5.1967 - grave 21 Auckland Star, Volume LXXV, Issue 161, 10 July 1944, Page 2 SHEEP DISAPPEAR LOSS BY A FARMER A farmer living near Kaukapakapa, Mr. Leslie Drinnan, has reported the disappearance from his property of 58 breeding ewes and one ram, the total loss being about £100. The sheep were penned with 100 other sheep in a paddock in full view of the main Kaukapakapa- Wainui road. Mr. Drinnan saw the full number was there on Thursday evening and discovered his loss on Saturday morning.

Patron KKK Rugby Club 1946 In the 1950 Wises Post Office Directory he is listed as Farmer

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

LESLIE GAVIN HOWIE DRINNAN LOVED HUSBAND OF BIRDIE PASSED AWAY 26TH MAY 1967 AGED 77 YEARS AT REST ALSO HIS LOVED WIFE

BIRDIE PASSED AWAY 2ND DEC 1970 AGED 78

Ashes with Parents

DRINNAN Donald Rex 1924- 1981

IN LOVING MEMORY OF DONALD REX --DRINNANDIED 15 APRIL 1981 AGED 56 YARS DEARLY LOVED HUSBAND OF VAL

Plot 22 DRINNAN Lily Bell (Birdie) nee ARMSTRONG 1892-1970 Entry from Burial Register :- buried 1.12.1970 -grave 22 wife of L.G.H.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

LESLIE GAVIN HOWIE DRINNAN LOVED HUSBAND OF BIRDIE PASSED AWAY 26TH MAY 1967 AGED 77 YEARS AT REST ALSO HIS LOVED WIFE

BIRDIE PASSED AWAY 2ND DEC 1970 AGED 78

Plot 23 UNKNOWN Used but unknown

Plot 24 UNKNOWN Used but unknown

Plot 25 MOORE Rev. William Edward 1905-1979

Rev. William Edward MOORE 1905-1979

Press, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20477, 22 February 1932, Page 3

Otago-Southland—Dunedin (Trinity.): Rev. H. E. Bellhouse, and one wanted; Central Mission: Rev. L.B. Neale; Dundas Street: Rev. P. I. Cooke; Cargill Road: Rev. J. E. Parsons, vice late Rev. J. A. Lochore, and Rev. W. W. H. Greenslade; St. Kilda: Rev. P. E. Paris; Caversham: Rev. I T. Daniel and a home missionary; Mornington: Rev. G. E. Brown, vice Rev. J. Richards; Roslyn: Rev. H. Ryan; Port' Robinson: Revs. T. A. Pybus and W. E. Moore; Balclutha: Auckland Star, Volume LXV, Issue 42, 19 February 1934, Page 3 Wellington District. Johnsonville-Ngaio, second: Rev. W. E. Moore replacing Rev. C. E. Dickens.

Otago-Southland District. Port Chalmers, second: A home missionary replacing Rev. W. E. Moore. Kaitangata (probationer)

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21407, 25 February 1935, Page 4 South Canterbury District Temuka—The Rev. H. G. Brown The Rev. L. A. G. Brooks). Geraldine —The Rev. W. E. Moore (new appointment). Rakaia-Methven—The Rev. W. A. Mills (the Rev. W. E. Moore.

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21458, 27 April 1935, Page 7 GERALDINE Anzac Day was commemorated in the Geraldine Town Hall with a combined service. The Mayor (Mr B. R. Macdonald) presided, and associated with him were Colonel L. M. Inglis (Timaru), who gave the address, the Rev. Canon J. E. Coursey (vicar of St. Mary'?), who offered a prayer, Captain E. Woolford (Salvation Army (who read from the Scriptures), the Rev. W. E. Moor (Methodist Church.), also offered a prayer, and the Rev. W. J. Couling (Presbyterian), and Mrs W. P. Rule (Timaru), who sang "The Lord Is My Light." Mr Couling pronounced the Benediction, and after the service, former service men placed wreaths on The Great War Memorial Cross, where "Last Post" and "Reveille" were sounded.

Auckland Star, Volume LXIX, Issue 48, 26 February 1938, Page 12 Hawke's Bay-Manawatu.—Hastings, Rev. C. H. Olds (Rev. R. B. Gosnell) Wairoa. Rev. A. K. Petch (home missionary) Pahiatua. Rev. W. K. Moore (Rev. C. M. Roberts)

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21482, 25 May 1935, Page 2 MOORE-TROCHON At Trinity Methodist Church, Dunedin, the marriage, was celebrated recently of Aimee Rosalie, only daughter of Mr and Mrs O. H. Trochon, Ravensbourne, to the Rev William Edward Moore, elder son of Mr and Mrs R. Moore, Roslyn. The church had been decorated with roses and Easter lilies by the friends of the bride, and orange blossom sent from Methven was arranged on the altar. The ceremony was performed and Holy Communion was celebrated by the Rev. T. A. Pybus (Port Chalmers), assisted by the chairman of the Otago district, the Rev. C. H. Olds. Miss Hartley was organist. The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a frock of ivory satin, cut on simple lines. The tight-fitting bodice was finished with a spray of orange blossom, the neckline and fitting sleeves being trimmed with pleating. Her embroidered veil, arranged from a coronet of orange blossom, formed a train, and she carried a sheaf of Lilium auratum, freesias, and maidenhair fern.

Attending her as bridesmaids were Miss Peggy McFarlane (Petone) and Miss Roberta Harrison (Mosgiel).

Their frocks of pink satin were made with large puff sleeves, and they wore picture hats to match and carried bouquets of pale pink cactus, dahlias, and begonias. The bridegroom was attended by Mr Victor Trochon as best man, and by Mr Frank Cawley as groomsman. The ushers were Mr Eric Moore (brother of the bridegroom) and Mr Neil Familton, of Oamaru. The bride was presented with a lucky horseshoe by Master T. Warne, of Ravensbourne Sunday School. After the ceremony the guests were received at the Wilford Tea Garden.-' Anderson's Bay. Mrs Trochon was wearing a navy blue marocain frock with cream trimmings, and a hat to tone. She carried a posy of roses and delphiniums. She was assisted by the bridegroom's mother, who wore a navy blue ensemble, relieved with cream. Her posy was of pink and white cactus dahlias. A guest of honour at the reception was the bridegroom's grandmother. Mrs E. C. Sandford, who is in her ninetieth year, and a

survivor of the ill-fated ship Surat, wrecked at Catlins river, Otago, in 1874. For travelling, the bride wore a navy blue suit and a hat to match. The Rev. and Mrs W. E. Moore will make their home at Geraldine.

New Zealand Herald, Volume 82, Issue 25178, 16 April 1945, Page 1 BEREAVEMENT NOTICES HEMARA.—The Family of the late Hari Hemara, Wahanui, wish to thank all European friends for their kind expressions of sympathy, floral emblems, telegrams. letters and cards received in the recent sad loss of their mother. Special thanks to doctors, Methodist Church and Rev. and Mrs W. E. Moore. The manager and staff of the Government Agricultural Farm, Te Kauwhata, manager and staff of (he N.Z. Co-op. Dairy Co.. Otorohanga.

Mr H. Murphy and Mrs C. G. Murphy, sen., Old Te Kuiti Road, Mr and Mrs J. Turnbull, Rangitahi Street, and Mr and Mrs C, Jackson, Haerehuka Street.

Plot 26A HENLEY Bell Margurite nee SCOTT 1901-1974 Entry from Burial Register ..72 years -22.6.1974 - died 20.6.1974 - grave 26A -widow of H.C. (grave 26B) Bell Margurite Scott who was born in Te Aroha Oct 6 1901. Daughter of Samuel Francis Scott and Mary Bell nee Strange. She married Bert Henley July 12 1922 NZ Marriage Index 1840-1934 Folio No. 5934 Lived at Wairoa (Clevedon) before marriage

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

BELL MARGURITE LOVED WIFE OF

HERBERT HENLEY DIED 20TH JUNE 1974 AGED 72 YEARS

Herbert Chaplin Henley and Bell Margurite Scott 12 July 1922

Bell Margurite HENLEY nee SCOTT 1901-1974

New Zealand Herald, Volume LIX, Issue 18161, 5 August 1922, Page 1 HENLEY—SCOTT.—On July 12, 1922, at All Souls' Church. Clevedon, by Rev. Woods, Herbert C'. youngest son of Mrs and the late Mr. Henley, Kaukapakapa.-,to Bell Margurite. second surviving daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.. F. Scott. Clevedon. formerly of Helensville and Te Aroha, granddaughter of the late Fredk. Strange, of Te Aroha. Kaipara Flats, also granddaughter of Mrs. S. F. Scott, of Christchurch and Southbridge.

Plot 26B HENLEY Herbert Chaplin 1891 - 1967 Entry from Burial Register : 75 years -21.5.1967 - grave 26B

26840 PTE H.C.HENLEY AUCKAND REGT DIED AGED 20TH JUNE 1974 AGED 72 Born 20 Oct 1891 Kaukapakapa son of Morris Clarke Henley and Eliza Isobel nee Chaplin. . He died 22 May 1967. He married Bell Margurite Scott July 12 1921 who was born in Te Aroha Oct 6 1901. Daughter of Samuel Francis Scott and Mary Bell nee Strange

From Military Roll no 41 Auckland Infantry Battalion - A Company.

Herbert Chaplin Henley Farmer next of kin Mrs Eliza Isabell Henry (sic) (mother) , Kaukapakapa.

In the 1950 Wises Post Office Directory he is listed as Justice of.Peace. Farmer.

He was Sexton of this Churchyard.

Bell and Bert Henley

Published in The New Zealand Herald on Nov. 11, 2015 HENLEY, Herbert Frank (Frank). Service No. 431497, A.C.I., R.N.Z.A.F. and Regt. No. 4313497, 22nd Battalion, J Force, WW2. Peacefully graduated on Sunday November 8, 2015, Aged 89 years. Adored husband, father and grandfather of Joy, Elizabeth, Chrissy, Rachael, Sarah, Matthew and father-in-law of Mike. At home with his God. A celebration of Frank's life will be held at Orewa Community Church, 235 Hibiscus Coast Highway (entry off Amorino Drive), Orewa on Friday November 13, at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimers Auckland Charitable Trust, P O Box 5132, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141 or via www.alzheimers.org.nz would be appreciated.

Plot 26C Roger Francis FOX 1957 to 2008

Roger Francis FOX 1957-2008 Roger Francis Fox: 4-9-1957 to 14-2-2008. He was the father of Meto Fox and eldest son of Frank and Beth Fox (nee Jordan), and brother of Graham, Janet and the late Peter Fox. From an early age, Roger tried very hard to protect anyone who was "bullied" and to improve the lives of the under-privileged.

His respect and interest in his maternal grandparents was much appreciated by Winifred and Owen Jordan, who did not live to grieve the early death of their first grand-child.

When he died suddenly at the age of 50, his daughter Meto, remembered how peaceful he always found the K.K.K. cemetery. When she was a child, he would take her to visit the graves of their relatives.

As a family, we felt fortunate to be able to purchase one of the very few plots still available in the old K.K.K. cemetery.

Plots 27-35 Not in existence.

Plot 36A MURRAY George William 1844-1923

Entry from Burial Register :- 78 years, -23.3.1923 -grave 36A Husband of Eliza (Plot 36C) and then Sarah Louise (Plot 36B)

Born Sep 15 1844 Dumbarton Scotland, New Zealand Herald, Volume LX, Issue 18355, 22 March 1923, Page 8 IN LOVING MEMORY OF GEORGE WILLIAM HUSBAND OF S.L.MURRAY DIED 21ST MARCH 1923 AGED 78 YEARS. NOT SELF BUT SERVICE, ALSO HIS BELOVED WIFE SARA LOUISE MURRAY DIED 15TH JULY 1931 AGED 80 YEARS

OBITUARY. MR. G W. MURRAY. WELL-KNOWN EDUCATIONIST A well-known and highly-respected resident of Auckland, Mr. George William Murray, died suddenly yesterday at his residence, Manoa, Omaha Road, Remuera. The news of Mr. Murray's death came as a great shock to a wide' circle of friends, as ho had attended the meeting of the Auckland Education Board earlier in the day. After the meeting he went home and complained of feeling unwell, and about 6.30 p.m, while sitting in a chair, he collapsed and expired, death being due to heart failure. Mr. Murray, who was 78 years of age, was born in Dumbartonshire, Scotland. In 1863, he came to New Zealand, and afterwards decided to enter the teaching profession. For over 30 years ho was headmaster at the Kaukapakapa School, and had been looked upon as "father" of the whole district. He later game to Auckland, where he had the first charge of the model country school established in connection with the Normal School. He left the employ of the Education Board with one of the longest records of service of any teacher. Mr. Murray had taken a very keen interest In educational matters since his retirement, and at the time of his death was a member of the Auckland Education Board, the University College Council, and the Grammar Schools Board. He was also chairman of the board of managers of the Elam School of Art.' He was noted for his sympathy with all students and teachers, and was always willing to assist them. At one time Mr. Murray was a member of the City Council. He leaves a widow and one daughter. The interment will take place at Kaukapakapa to-morrow.

AN OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT. Mr. George Murray, born at Dumbartonshire in I840,was educated in the Old Country and came to New Zealand in l863,where he took up land as a settler at Kaukapakapa in 1868. In 1877 he was persuaded to take the position of Headmaster at the Kaukapakapa School, Mr. M. C. Henley coaching him for the position.

In 1902 he became President of the Auckland Branch of NZ. Educational Institute, and in1I903 Became President of the N.Z. Educational Institute for the Colony. He was also hon. secretary and treasurer of the Provident Fund, the establishment of which was largely due to his efforts.

After leaving Kaukapakapa in November, 1905, he was relieving Headmaster at the Wellesley St. School, Auckland. From 1906 to 1910 he was headmaster of the Model Country School, run in connection with the Auckland Teachers Training College. In 1910 he was elected a member of the Auckland Education Board, North Ward. In 1914 he was elected unopposed for the West Ward In 1916 was elected member for the Urban Area.

The following letter pays tribute to his memory: Education Department.

Wellington, 27th March, 1923.

To The Secretary, Education Board, Auckland.

I wish on behalf of the officers of the Department and myself to express to the Board our deep regret concerning the death of Mr. G. W. Murray.

Few men in New Zealand have for so long and in so enthusiastic and unselfish a manner devoted themselves to the cause of education in the way which characterised all the work and activities of the late Mr. Murray. His genial, kindly and generous nature won him the highest esteem and affection of all who knew him, and it will be generally recognised that education has suffered a distinct loss through the death of Mr. Murray. (signed) John Caughley, Director of Education.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXIX, Issue 11859, 10 January 1902, Page 6 KAUKAPAKAPA ONE of the most interesting, pleasant, and successful gatherings that has occurred in. the district for some time took place in the hall on December 27, the occasion being a, reunion concert and dance. of the old scholars who have been pupils of the Kaukapakapa School for some time during the last 25 years.

Mr. G. W.. Murray has been head teacher , for that time, and his old pupils conceived the idea of making; him. a present of an armchair and address, in token of their respect and esteem. The main feature of the scheme was that all the old scholars should in some way be able to take part. and so a shilling subscription list was started. and an energetic committee have been at work for some time hunting up all the old scholars-and gathering. in the shillings from all points of the compass. I am told they came in freely, and I am; very pleased to state that the committee's labours were crowned with success by a, well-filled house, as stated above. Mr. R. Sinclair occupied the chair. An excellent programme as gone through with spirit, many -of the items being encored. The following ladies and gentlemen took part:—Pianoforte solo, Miss Sinclair; song, "Anchored," Mr. J. F. Smith; recitation, "The Signalman,",-Mrs. Carr; song,. Miss Woodman, encored; pianoforte solo, Mrs. Bartley. encored; song, Miss A. Simcock; dialogue; by schoolchildren in character, very good; song, "Far Away." Miss Rimmer; song, "Calvary." J. F. Smith duet, Misses Rimmer, encored; song. Miss Woodman, encored; -song.

Miss, M. Rimmer. At this stage Mr. R.:Hamilton, M.A., of Ponsonby. School, an old Kaukapakapa scholar. made the presentation in a neat and. appropriate speech, and:- read the address, which was beautifully. illuminated and: framed. Mr. ;Murray replied in a suitable manner, and was warmly applauded at the conclusion of his speech. Mr. Dye, in a few appropriate remarks, called- for three cheers for Mr.: Murray, which; were- heartily given. All present joined in, singing " For He's a Jolly Good Fellow." followed by theNational Anthem; Abundant and excellent refreshments; were then partaken of, during which time Mr. Murray distributed to all his old; pupils an artistic souvenir card of the evening's happy reunion, After many years.

When the floor was cleared for dancing a ring was formed, all joining hands in the orthodox fashion, Mr. and

Mrs. Murray in the centre, when "Auld Lang Syne" was sung with great enthusiasm. The gathering then broke up, and those who wished remained for a dance.

Plot 36B MURRAY Sarah Louise 1851- 1931 nee Haszard Entry from Burial Register :- 80 years, -17.7.1931 -grave 36B New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20926, 16 July 1931, Page 12 MRS. SARA LOUISE MURRAY. The death occurred at Remuera yesterday of Mrs. Sara Louise Murray, widow of the late Mr. George William Murray, at the age of 80. Mrs. Murray had been a resident of the Auckland district since 1859, in which year she came, to New Zealand from Prince Edward Island with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Haszard. Mr. and Mrs. Murray were married in 1879 and lived at Kaukapakapa until 1905, when they came to Auckland. There were no children. A brother of Mrs. Murray, Mr. S. F. Haszard, lives at Epsom.

Born about 1851 died 1931

IN LOVING MEMORY OF GEORGE WILLIAM HUSBAND OF S.L.MURRAY DIED 21ST MARCH 1923 AGED 78 YEARS. NOT SELF BUT SERVICE, ALSO HIS BELOVED WIFE SARA LOUISE MURRAY DIED 15TH JULY 1931 AGED 80 YEARS

Plot 36C MURRAY Eliza nee KING 1850-1877

Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa, 7.1.1877 wife of G.W. Grave 36C Wife of George William Murray died 1877 born about 1850 Auckland Star, Volume VIII, Issue 2137, 9 January 1877, Page 2 MURRAY.--On the 5th instant, at Kaukapakapa, Eliza, the wife of G. W Murray..

Mother of Alice Maud Murray born 22 Dec 1876 Who married Henry Watson Airey and was mother of Winifred Maude Airey 1905-1970 Alice Maud helped her father as a teacher in the Kaukapakapa School.

Plot 37 SINCLAIR John James 'Jackie' 1884-1931

IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN JAMES BELOVED SON OF THE LATE JOHN AND MARY SINCLAIR DIED 7TH AUGUST 1931 AGED 57 YEARS; ALSO THEIR BELOVED DAUGHTER M.ALEXANDRINA, A. SINCLAIR DIED 15TH DECEMBER 1957 AGED 78 YEARS.

Entry from Burial Register :- 57 years, 10.8.1931 -grave 37

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20946, 8 August 1931, Page 1 SINCLAIR.—On August 7, at the Auckland Hospital. John, James ,beloved son of the late John and Mary Sinclair of Sunnyside, Kaukapakapa; ,-aged 57 years. Funeral 11 a.m., Monday at Kaukapakapa Cemetery

John James 'Jackie' SINCLAIR 1884-1931 John James always known as "Jackie" was also a respected member of the community. He built the Kaukapakapa Library and in his will left 18 acres and a ₤1000 for a sports field. Sinclair Park now has facilities for rugby. tennis and cricket. and is the venue of the play centre and annual district picnics.

Neither he nor Alexandrina married. so they lived together.

Jackie Sinclair 1922

Plot 38 SINCLAIR M Alexandrina 1879-1957

MARY ALEXANDRINA ANNIE SINCLAIR 1879-1957

IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN JAMES BELOVED SON OF THE LATE JOHN AND MARY SINCLAIR DIED 7TH AUGUST 1931 AGED 57 YEARS; ALSO THEIR BELOVED DAUGHTER M.ALEXANDRINA, A. SINCLAIR DIED 15TH DECEMBER 1957 AGED 78 YEARS.

On her death, the land that was vested in the controlling authority (at that time the Waitemata County Council) by her brother John James Sinclair, for use as sporting activities and decorative planting, became available for public use. Today this area is known as Sinclair Park.

In 1859 young Scottish brothers John and Robert Sinclair emigrated from Perthshire, Scotland on the Lord Burleigh.

The voyage took four months. They worked at their trade of building for several years before Robert bought "Eden Vale‘ in Kaukapakapa in 1867, and John acquired Sunnyside Farm‘ next door in 1870.Both men lived there for the rest of their lives.

In 1875 John married Mary MacLeod who had come from Nova Scotia with her parents in the last of Rev Norman McLeod’s ships, Ellen Lewis. Their two children were John James, born 1874, and Mary Alexandrina born 1879. Their most frequent playmate would be their cousin, Robina, from next door, who was the daughter of Robert and his young deceased wife, Harriet Goodwin.

Alexandrina was to take an active part in the Sunday School work. She also trained as a music teacher and rode side-saddle to her pupils homes which were as far away as Kanohi. Social occasions would see her in demand as a soloist.

For more than thirty years she played the organ at the Methodist Church. Much of the time after the morning service she would walk to the Presbyterian Church, at the far end of the settlement, to play there.

Alexandrina was a founding member of the Methodist Women's Missionary Union and the Methodist Guild.

After attending the Kaukapakapa Church for seventy-five years, she remembered it in her Will. A bequest of £450 was left to the Trust with the Proviso that the Interest be used to maintain the church and the cemetery.

She also left a bequest to St Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church.

All her family were active in the Blue Ribbon Temperance organisation. Its annual picnics, always held at ‘Eden Vale’, her uncle Robert’s farm, were one of the district’s social highlights. Alexandrina and her mother were actively involved in these functions. .

Always interested in the community, she was one of the women who set up the Sale yard Refreshment Service in 1919 to provide for hungry Her brother John James was also a respected member of the community. He built the Kaukapakapa Library and in his will left 18 acres and a ₤1000 for a sports field. Sinclair Park now has facilities for rugby. tennis and cricket. and is the venue of the play centre and annual district picnics.

Neither he nor Alexandrina married. so they lived together. After John died she lived alone for twenty-six years. undaunted by the fact that her old home was far from the road. Before she retired to a rest home in Auckland. Alexandrina was accorded a public farewell where appreciation was expressed for the "Facilities the Sinclair family leave in the district".

Miss Sinclair, as she was always called was a true Victorian gentle-woman, precise, cultured and with proper deportment. hut always willing to serve those around her The whole Sinclair family is buried in Kaukapakapa Cemetery.

Isla Willis 1999

Plot 39 DRINNAN Noel Howie 1918-1920 Entry from Burial Register :- 2 years -27.9.1920 grave 108C (?? 5/8/2015 , should this be 39 as we have E C Henley at Plot 108C)

New Zealand Herald, Volume LVII, Issue 17590, 1 October 1920, Page 1 DRINNAN. —On September 25. at Kaukapakapa, Noel Howie, dearly-beloved and only child of Leslie and Lily Drinnan; aged 2 years and 8 months. Peace, perfect peace..

Plot 40 ARMSTRONG Lily Roberta 1861-1938

In Loving Memory Of OUR DEAR MOTHER LILY ROBERTS ARMSTRONG DIED 21ST DECEMBER 1938 AGED 77 YEARS. SO LOVED SO MOURNED

Entry from Burial Register :- 77 years, 21.12.1938, -grave 40 Mother of Lily Bell (Birdie) Drinnan

Plot 41 TANNER Mrs Elsie May nee BILLINGTON b 16 Jun 1883-18 Feb 1920 Entry from Burial Register :- 33 years, -19.2.1920 grave 41.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LVII, Issue 17398, 19 February 1920, Page 1 TANNER—On February 18, suddenly, at Kaukapakapa, Elsie May, dearly-beloved wife of Samuel B. Tanner, of Kaukapakapa; aged 33 years.

Mrs Elsie May TANNER nee BILLINGTON b 16 Jun 1883-18 Feb 1920

Plot 41 TANNER Mrs Elva Grace nee SAMPSON 1916-1999 b. Abt 1916 Died 4 Dec 1999 Ian Richard Tanner b 2 Apr 1915 Coachbuilder, Salesman, Co Director, Orchardist Retired. Living at 59 Coronation Rd Mangere for about 15 years, then 35 Hanene St Tamaki, Kerikeri and back to 8 Ngaiwi St Tamaki . Died 12 Oct 2012, and his ashes were added to his mother's grave in 2012.

Plot 42 PHILP Sarah 1854- 1880 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa 26 years - 1.7.1880 - wife of William Auckland Star, Volume XI, Issue 3112, 3 July 1880, Page 2 DEATH PHILP.—On July 1, at her late residence. Phoenix Farm, Kaukapakapa, the beloved wife of William Henry Philp, after a short and painful illness.

Plot 43 PHILP William Henry 1834-1902 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa 68 years -25.3.1902 -grave 43 - Father of Harry.

Daily Southern Cross, Volume XXII, Issue 2775, 18 June 1866, Page 3 Mr. Samuel Cochrane has been instructed to sell by public auction to-day, at 12 o'clock, at his land mart, Fortstreet, two small farms, with dwelling house, at Epsom also, ten allotments at Epsom the Phoenix farm at Kaukapakapa., Kaipara; and 50 acres in the parish of Waikomiti.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXI, Issue 6955, 3 March 1884, Page 2 A man named W. Philp, working in the bush at Kaukapakapa, met with a severe accident on the 19th February.

When at work a large kauri ricker fell upon him, and struck him on the back of the head, inflicting a wound four inches long, the flesh being cut to the bone. Philp was insensible for several hours, but on recovering consciousness, got to his home, where his wounds were attended to, and he is now recovering an favourably as could be expected New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXIX, Issue 11931, 4 April 1902, Page 6 Our Kaukapakapa correspondent writes: --An old age pensioner named William Philp died at his house here on March 24. and was buried on Wednesday. He had been a resident in the district over 25 years. An inquest was not considered necessary.

Plot 44C LEWIS Thomas 1867 - 1928 Entry from Burial Register :-Tahekeroa, 61 years -17.10.1928 -grave 44C. New Zealand Herald, Volume LXV, Issue 20079, 17 October 1928, Page 1 LEWIS.—At the residence of his daughter and son-in-law, Tahekeroa, Thomas Lewis, Late of Bridgend, Glamorganshire, Wales; aged 61 years. Gone from us. but leaving memories, Death can never take away. — Inserted by his loving wife, son, daughter and son-in-law

Plot 44B SHANKS Maxwell Morgan 1928-1930 Entry from Burial Register :- 2 years - 2.9.1930 -grave 44B Son of James Speirs and Amelia Jane Shanks New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20658, 2 September 1930, Page 1 SHANKS.—On August 31. at Auckland Hospital Maxwell Morgan Shanks, dearly beloved son of James and Jeani Shanks; aged 2 years.

Suffer little ones to come unto Me

IN LOVING MEMORY OF MAXWELL MORGAN DEARLY BELOVED SON OF AMELIA AND JAMES SHANKS PASSED AWAY 1ST SEPTEMBER 1930.

SAFE IN THE ARMS OF JESUS

Plot 44A HEYWOOD Harold Charles (Pat) 1895-1931 Entry from Burial Register :- 36 years - 28.11-1931 - grave 44A New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 21042, 28 November 1931, Page 1 HEYWOOD.—On November 26. 1931, at Auckland Hospital, Harold Charles (Pat), of Tahekeroa N.Z.R., beloved husband of Ellen Heywood; aged 36 years. Funeral will leave Kaukapakapa station on arrival of Whangarei express from Auckland. 10.30 a.m. to-day (Saturday).

In Loving Memory Of H C (PAT) HEYWOOD DIED 25TH NOVEMBER 1931 AGED 36 YEARS. --A LOVED HUSBAND AND FATHER. New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 21046, 3 December 1931, Page 4 SALES BY AUCTION. TAHEKEROA WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9 AT 12 NOON'.

ALFRED BUCKLAND & SONS, LTD ., Will Sell as above, in the Estate of Pat Heywood (deceased).

11 YOUNG DAIRY COWS, in milk.

1 COW AND CALF. 6, 15-MONTHS GRADE HEIFERS. 7 HEIFER CALVES. 1 JERSEY BULL. 2 PONIES, quiet with children.

1 45GAL. SEPARATOR, 2 CREAM CANS.

90 TOTARA FENCING POSTS 4-CYL. RUGBY MOTOR-CAR, 5- seatcr, in good order.

MOTOR SHED FOR REMOVAL. SUNDRIES. ALFRED BUCKLAND & SONS, LTD.

Plot 45A ANDERSON Rupert Victor 1892-1923 Entry from Burial Register :-Makarau - 8.2.1923 - grave 45A - bush fatality.

Auckland Star, Volume LIV, Issue 33, 8 February 1923, Page 1 DEATHS. ANDERSON :on February 5 1923, accidentally killed. Rupert Victor. husband of Alice R. F. Anderson: aged 31 years Auckland Star, Volume LIV, Issue 34, 9 February 1923, Page 7 MAN'S NECK DISLOCATED While felling a large manuka tree on Mr. Bell's property at Makarau, near Helensville on Monday afternoon, a young. married man named Rupert Anderson suddenly dropped to the ground, dislocating his neck. He died next morning after being unconscious for fifteen hours In 1922 he married Alice Rose Florence Peel Plot 45B GRAHAM James 1865-1918 Entry from Burial Register :53 years -15.1.1918 - grave 45B. New Zealand Herald, Volume LV, Issue 16757, 25 January 1918, Page 1 GRAHAM.—On January 21, 1918, at his late residence, Kaukapakapa. James, beloved husband of Agatha Graham, late of Taranaki and Waihi; aged 53 —Taranaki papers please copy

James appears to have married in 1885 to Agatha Gardner 1885/2553 who was born 24 Jun 1866 and died in New Plymouth 13 Jul 1941 aged 75 years 1941/23172,

Plot 45C MANUELL Elizabeth 1865-1945

Plot 45C MANUELL Thomas Senior. 1845-1926

REMEMBRANCE THOMAS MANUELL ELIZABETH MANUELL 1845-1926; 1865-1945; 50423 PTE J.W.MANUELL DIED 15TH MARCH 1924 AGED 33 TO MEMORY EVER DEAR Entry from Burial Register :-82 years, 5.2.1926 - grave 45C New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19244, 5 February 1926, Page 1 MANUELL.—On February 3rd, at. his residence, Station Road. Avondale, Thomas, dearly-beloved husband of Elizabeth Manuell; aged 82 years.—At rest. Interment Kaukapakapa, to-day (Friday) at 2 p.m.

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 25 June 1913, Page 3 MAKARAU Our Own Correspondent) A very successful Smoke Concert was held in the Hall on Saturday evening, by the householders and friends of Mr T. Manuell. This gentleman has, for a number of years, been Chairman of the School Committee, but he has now decided to retire from public life. Mr T Hooper (the present Chairman of the School Committee), on behalf of those in attendance, presented Mr Manuel with a comfortable arm-chair, and expressed a hope that he would be spared to enjoy its comfort for many years. Mr Manuell said that the gift had come as a surprise to him, and he wondered what he had done to deserve it. He would never forget their kindness. A ring was formed round the guest of the evening and the company sang Auld Lang Syne and He's a jolly good fellow," followed by hearty cheers. The meeting then dispersed. I believe there is a substantial balance left over from the expenses of the chair and concert, and it has been decided to present Mr Manuell with a pipe so that, in his declining years, he can sit in his chair and smoke the pipe of peace

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXI, Issue 18632, 13 February 1924, Page 8 Severe scalds to his legs, arms and face were sustained yesterday by Mr. Thomas Manuell, 80 years of age, who resides at Station Road, Avondale. He was on holiday at Helensville, and in removing a saucepan of boiling water from a stove upset the contents over himself. He was taken to Avondale by train, and then brought by ambulance to the Auckland Hospital.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20479, 3 February 1930, Page 1 MANUELL.—In fond remembrance of my dear husband, Thomas Manuell, who died February 3, 1926. In loving memory of the past, Years roll on but memories last.

Plot 46 MANUELL James William 1890-1923

REMEMBRANCE THOMAS MANUELL ELIZABETH MANUELL 1845-1926; 1865-1945; 50423 PTE J.W.MANUELL DIED 15TH MARCH 1924 AGED 33 TO MEMORY EVER DEAR Entry from Burial Register: 33 years -17.3.1923 (sic)- grave 46

Plot 47 MANUELL Thomas 1891-1916 Entry from Burial Register :- Makarau, 27 years, 12.11.1916 - grave 47

New Zealand Herald, Volume LIII, Issue 16384, 11 November 1916, Page 10 CASE AT TRENTHAM. [BT TELEGRAPH.— PRESS ASSOCIATION]. WELLINGTON, Friday. Private Thomas Manuell a member of J Company-Twenty-second reinforcements, has died at Trentham .Military Hospital from spinal meningitis New Zealand Herald, Volume LIII, Issue 16386, 14 November 1916, Page 1 For King and Empire. MANUELL -On November 9. at Trentham Military Hospital. Thomas beloved second of T. and L Manuell of Makarau. and beloved husband of Hetty Manuell aged 27 years.

Interred at Kaukapakapa Cemetery

PRO PATRIA MORI

FOR KING AND COUNTRY

In Proud and Loving Memory of PRIVATE THOMAS MANUELL 22ND REINFORCEMENT NZEF DEARLY BELOVED HUSBAND OF AMELIA H MANUELL DIED AT TRENTHAM MILITARY HOSPITAL

9TH NOVEMBER 1916

Aged 27 years.

THOUGH NOTHING CAN THE LOSS REPLACE A DEAR ONE TAKEN FROM OUR SIDE YET INOUR SORROW WE REJOICE TO THINK TWAS NOBLY THAT HE DIED LIFE'S HIGHEST MISSION HE FULFILLED AND BRAVELY ANSWERED DUTY'S CALL TO FIGHT FOR LIBERTY AND RIGHT AND BATTLE FOR OPPRESSION FALL

New Zealand Herald, Volume LIV, Issue 16560, 8 June 1917, Page 1 MANUELL.—On June 5, at Nurse Smith's, Matakohe, to Mrs. and the late Private Thomas Manuell. of Makarau, 22nd Reinforcements, a daughter.

Plot 48 HOLROYD Frank 1916-1916 2 weeks Entry from Burial Register :-2 weeks 6.10.1916 - grave 48 Infant son of T Holroyd

Plot 49 DRINNAN Audrey Lillian 1914-1914 6 months Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa, 6 months -9.6.1914 grave 49 Child of Percy (Plot 310)

Plot 50 DRINNAN Infant of Leslie Drinnan 1913 (7 days) Entry from Burial Register :-7 days -20.10. 1913 Infant of Leslie Drinnan Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 30 September 1920, Page 2 The infant and only child of Mr and Mrs L. Drinnan, Kaukapakapa, died on Saturday evening last from diabetis, Rev. Butterworth conducted the funeral service on Monday. Much sympathy with the bereaved parents is felt throughout the district.

Plot 51 SHANKS Gavin Brash 1827-1909

SHANKS Gavin Brash 1827-1909 and Elizabeth nee LECKIE Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa, 82 years - grave 51 New Zealand Herald, Volume XLVI, Issue 14095, 24 June 1909, Page 6 Mr. G. B. Shanks, an old and respected resident of Kaukapakapa died at his home last week. Mr Shanks was a a native of Scotland and came to New Zealand 46 years ago. He leaves three sons and five daughters, his wife having predeceased him.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF ELIZABETH SHANKS GAVIN B SHANKS BELOVED HUSBAND DIED 7TH SEPTEMBER Of E SHANKS 1908 DIED 19TH JUNE AGED 69 YEARS; 1909 AGED 82 YEARS

Gavin Brash Shanks 1827 – 1909 Gavin Brash Shanks born to farming parents within sight of the industrial town of Coatbridge, was the fourth son and sixth child of Gavin and Agness Shanks. Who married in May 1811 at the New Monkland Parish Church. Agness was the daughter of John Speirs and his wife Mary Marten, and was born 30 May 1790

It is inconclusive who Gavin (the father) was son of, research indicates two possibilities. He could have been the third son of Richard Shanks and his wife Jean Brash, and it is possible he inherited the farm Gartliston from his wife’s family the SPEIRS. Gavin Brash Shanks born 14 Nov 1827 His siblings were Mary born 29 March 1812 possibly named after Maternal grandmother which is normal Robert born abt 1816 , and sole beneficiary of his father’s will in 1857, named after ?

John born 1 Jun 1817 probably died in infancy named after maternal Grandfather John born 8 Mar 1820 2nd born son Named, as replacement (often done) after maternal grandfather, quite normal James Christened 1 Dec 1822 is third son and is not named after father which is normal Jane born Abt 1826 Jean and Jane are swappable variants of the same name and 2nd daughter is normally named after the paternal grandmother Gavin born 14 Nov 1827 is named after his father, a slight break from tradition, but perhaps his mother was Jean Brash explaining his second name.

Agness Chr, 24 Oct 1830 Named after mother which is correct for the 3rd daughter William Spiers 12 Oct 1835 Was he named after his father’s eldest brother ? or His mother’s eldest brother.

Certainly his second name is his mother’s maiden name.

Gartliston Farm near Coatbridge Scotland. late 20th Century In 1851 Census of Gartleston (sic) Gavin Shanks Office Assistant

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He married his wife Elizabeth LECKIE on 4th August 1859 , at the Bride's family home Sunnyside Place Coatbridge (near Glasgow).

Marriage entry for Gavin Brash Shanks and Elizabeth Leckie 4 Aug 1859 Gavin listed as a bachelor aged 31 of Coatbridge, Draper , son of Gavin Shanks Farmer (Deceased he died in 1854). His younger brother the Rev.William Speirs Shanks, sixth son (who had been inducted during the month of July 1859 at the age of 24 to be Parish Minister of Maryhill Presbyterian Church Glasgow) officiated at the marriage service, James Shanks (most probably his brother) was a witness.

As the tradition in Scotland, was that the eldest inherited all, this was true, in this family, as by now Gavin would have known the outcome of his father’s estate .......1860.....

Their first child Gavin James Shanks (Plot 89B) was born after nearly a year of marriage.

In the 1861 Census He is of Adams Land Middle District of Old Monkland Lanarkshire and his Occupation is Draper and Milliner. ……1862…..

A daughter Agnes Muirhead Speirs Shanks (Plot 190 ) followed 20 months later, on 3rd March 1862, both births being registered at Old Monkland the registration district for, and nearby to Coatbridge.

The ticket the family travelled to New Zealand on ......1862.....

Six months later , on the 10th September 1862 they embarked on board the 1161 ton sailing ship "Cairngorm" under the captaincy of Captain H Auld, at Gravesend London England , and set sail for New Zealand. where they arrived 7th January 1863 , at the port of Auckland. (where they were probably met by Elizabeth's parents, who , it appears arrived in N.Z. in 1860 ,(refer John Leckie's application to marry [BDM 20/8 p82/1590] after his wife Agnes's death 16th Jun 1863 at "Eden Cottage "Richmond West Auckland , near Grey Lynn .[1863/2986]) (Although Gavin James their eldest son claimed at the age of 88 that his grandparents travelled to N.Z. with the family on the "Cairngorm", he was only 2 at the time, and his statement can not be verified, although the Shanks Family are listed as passengers on the "Cairngorm" the Leckies are not) On the passengers' Contract Ticket, the family were equal to 2 & a half statute adults for the payment of fares and allocation of food and articles on the voyage To every immigrant over the age of 21 who had paid for his or her passage to the colony, the N.Z. Government granted 40 acres of land, and under this scheme the Shanks family received eighty acres, of unimproved land at Kaukapakapa.

However when the family arrived in Auckland the Maori Land Wars were being fought and Gavin Brash and his Father-in-law John Leckie were handed rifles and sent out to the Blockhouse at Otahuhu in an attempt to prevent the Maoris invading the town Following the settlement of the Maori Wars Gavin Brash Shanks, finding that conditions in Auckland were in a state approaching starvation, went to Kaukapakapa (Matawhero West) to work his allocated land.

His family followed later, travelling by steamer , to Riverhead , and from there to Kaukapakapa by bullock wagon or on foot. There being only 5 or 6 other settlers in the district at that time, and two Maori settlements, one at Waitangi and the other at Makarau.

The District of Kaukapakapa was founded in 1860 when a handful of settlers took up land which the New Zealand Government had bought from the local Maori tribe Their first home was a weather board house owned by Messrs Walford & Gibbs , two early settlers in the district . Later Gavin built their own home out of timber felled and pitsawn from the then abundant kauri bush Their first concern was “to clear some ground and grow something in the way of food. Wheat and other cereals were hoed in among the stumps.� They also had a few fowls, invariably a large vegetable garden and a small home orchard. As well they soon learnt from their Maori neighbours to live off the land and to gather the plentiful supply of food from the streams and the Kaipara Harbour

By 1865 Gavin is listed in the 1865 Electoral Roll as a Householder with a dwelling, and having 97 acres in his occupation, at Matawhero West. They had named their property "Roseneath" and it was situated at the top of Kaukapakapa (or Shanks) Hill about 3 or 4 miles from the Kaukapakapa Railway, on the main North Westcoast Rd. (as defined 1990's) Born on a farm in Scotland of at least 3 prior Shanks generations (and still being farmed by the family into the 20th Century) that was probably well broken in, by N.Z standards, Gavin had very little experience of calves, as he expressed surprise that they had teeth, when teaching a young calf to feed (according to one of his daughters) There are also tales of him wearing Top Hat, Coat, and Tails on the farm.

Stories he had heard of the family trading with local Maori to eke out an existence and Grandma Shanks carrying 50lb bags of flour, on foot from Riverhead, are recalled in 2000 by Charles L SHANKS aged 89 a grandson A totally new experience awaited them in their new land The Family grew 1868-1881 ......1868...... Their first N.Z. child Mary Isabella was born. ......1870...... Jane Aunty Jinnie (Mrs Hinds) was born ......1871...... John Leckie (named after his maternal Grandfather) was born. ......1873...... Janet Howie (Mrs Rikys) was born (was she named after Mrs Janet Drinnan nee Howie?) ......1875...... Jimmy James Speirs ......1877...... Amy (Amelia May) born in May, where did the Amelia come from ......1881...... Bessy (Elizabeth Leckie) (Mrs Wright) named after her mother was born 1865

They had an unusual visitor although they did not realize it until later.

In the book "Famous N.Z. Murders " by D G Dyne, it is recorded that a man named Stack murdered a Mrs. Finnigan and her three children at Otahuhu ...

"After he (Stack) had left Otahuhu , he and his mate Rose had worked a couple of days for a Mr Shanks at Kaukapakapa . He then called himself James Johnson. During his stay there, while Gavin and Elizabeth were present, Rose read out the account of the murders published in the Auckland Weekly News` I hope' remarked Stack, `the villain will get a bit of rope round his neck'". Three months later the villain did, when Stack was executed at Mt Eden Gaol ! During the search for him, he had been recognized in the Kaipara District by an old army mate.

Public Duties. It is noted from many Newspaper items that Gavin served his community on many committees, serving as Chair and Treasurer and committee man on various fronts in the Kaukapakapa North community.

He chaired the initial Roads Board and served on that Board for many years, endeavouring to improve roading in the district.

1867.

By October 1867 John LECKIE (Gavin’s father in law) was at the Thames Goldfields where he had staked a claim at Tararu Miners Right 758 having the right to the claim from 5th Oct 1867 to 4th October 1868 He obviously influenced his son-in-law Gavin to take out a claim also for we find Gavin Brash Shanks Claim 3530 from 23 January 1868 until 22 January 1869 at the Karaka Field Thames This was not a good mood as Gavin lost a lot of money on this fruitless pursuit of Gold., that led to repeating bouts of melancholia and depression in following few years.

1868 January 9th reported in the Southern Cross Newspaper.

Complaints are made by settlers in South Kaipara of the reckless manner in which the European and Maori gum-diggers light fires in the bush. In several places in Kaukapakapa valuable clumps of growing kauris and other trees have been destroyed in this manner. A quantity of felled bush belonging to Mr G B Shanks Kaukapakapa, was thus damaged a fortnight ago to the extent of over ÂŁ20.

It is also announced that there is a further Crown Grant for Gavin Brash Shanks in the Daily Southern Cross of 10 March 1868 1870 . He was chairing the Kaukapakapa Association meetings at Mr M C Henley's farm "The Poplars" 1879 Gavin assumes the Chair of the Kaukapakapa Ratepayers Association 1880 He was Chairman of the Roads Board , which appears to have been a lifelong interest.

1881 The new schoolroom having been opened on the present site closer to Gavin's residence we now find him serving on the school committee.

1882. the Freeholders List of N.Z. lists Gavin Brash Shanks as being a Farmer owning 244 acres valued at 330 pounds The property had been added to

From initial settlement there would have been a lot of bush clearing , a house to live in was built , preparation work that they may very well have not expected to do

Jimmy

John L Bessie ? Elizabeth Mary? Amelia? Gavin Brash Shanks

By now Gavin Brash Shanks Snr had stepped aside from the School committee and his son Gavin James Shanks was elected

The family at Waitangi falls 1888 (That will be John L at left back)

Although Gavin Brash was relinquishing public office in favour of his son Gavin James, he is still serving on the licensing committee in 1889, and is taking up an interest in successfully showing produce from his garden at the local Fruit Show.

In 1893 Collarless Dogs harassing sheep.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXX, Issue 9311, 21 September 1893, Page 6 KAUKAPAKAPA The first of the monthly Blue Ribbon meetings of the season took place in the hall on Tuesday evening, Captain Dawson (president) in the chair. In his opening remarks he expressed the pleasure he felt in these periodical gatherings. He was sorry that they had been so unfortunate as regards the weather. He hoped that as the season advanced the weather would improve. A short but lively programme was then gone through to the enjoyment of all present. Two collarless dogs have been prowling about the district within this last week or ten days; nobody seems to know who they belong to, or whence they came. They got on Mr. Henley's sheep about a week ago, but were noticed before much harm was done. They killed one lamb. Since then Mr. W. Lee found them amongst his flock, fortunately before much harm was done. On Monday last Mr James Lindsay found them busy at work amongst a flock of sheep belonging to Mr Shanks. He managed to shoot one of the dogs. The other got away, Mr. Lindsay only being armed with a single barrelled gun. Rain fell in torrents here on Tuesday afternoon, causing quite a freshet in the creeks in a remarkably short time. Potatoes planted in low-lying ground will be likely to suffer.— Collarless Dogs harassing sheep. [Own Correspondent.]

1896……

By the 1896 Electoral Roll the holding has grown to be "288 acres , freehold , Lot 92 etc." Employing at one stage 80 to 90 men in the timber industry .

The kauri timber industry was responsible for developing the area, with logs floated down the Kaukapakapa River, being loaded and stockpiles from what is now the "Pioneer Reserve" to the Kaipara Harbour, where they were loaded onto ships for export. Gum-digging (beginning in 1873-74 and continuing until at least 1914) and flax processing (in the 1880s) were also significant early industries. A shipyard operated from 1864 and into the 1880s.

1897 In the April 30 1897 Annual Sheep Return. Gavin Brash Shanks has 84 sheep and 1 less the next year, Did it go in the pot ?

Whilst his son Gavin has160 head of sheep, and the following year 196.

John L has 76 and the following April 1898 his flock has increased to 94.

1902 Old age Pensions SHANKS, GB 16 Sep 1902 Auckland 15 Feb 1903 Helensville prop income £118 65 118 A588/528/p147 p113 SHANKS,GB 19 June 1902 Renewal Helensville 16 Feb 1903, A588/528/98 p126 SHANKS Gavin Brash 17 Apr 1902 Helensville son-in-law gave this prop to daughter

House burnt 12 months ago Prop Kaukapakapa with son-in-law Jas LINDSAY Furn £25, 10sheep/3cows/1horse/1pig, A588/528/p80 SHANKS, Gavin Brash 18 Aug 1902 Auckland prop £118 £7,£4-10 3 cows and sheep no income, a588/528/p103 1907

Gavin and Elizabeth celebrate their Golden Wedding.

1908 On the 1st of August 1908 in the presence of his sons-in-law James and William Drinnan as witnesses. Gavin wrote his last Will and Testament He said This is the last Will and Testament of me Gavin Brash Shanks Farmer Kaukapakapa in the province of Auckland in the Colony of New Zealand. I hereby revoke and make void all and every other wills and will by me at any time heretofore made.

I give and bequeath unto my Dearly Beloved Wife Elizabeth Leckie Shanks the House and land known as Roseneath and lots 24 and 93, Parish of Kaukapakapa and all property real and personal that I die possessed of.

My said wife to hold the same and every part and parcel thereof during the term of her natural life, and after decease I give and bequeath to my five Daughters Agnes, Jane, Janet, Amelia and Elizabeth ten acres of land each, or ten pounds each out of out of (sic) Roseneath Property and to my son Gavin Lot 93, 47 acres parish Kaukapakapa and to my son John lot 92, 80 acres parish Kaukapakapa. And I appoint my said wife and my son Gavin executors of this my will. In testimony whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name. this first day of August in the year of our Lord one Thousand nine hundred and eight. Gavin Brash Shanks Signed acknowledge and declared by the said Gavin Brash Shanks as and for his last Will and Testament in the presence of us, who being present at the same time, in his presence at his request, and in the presence of each other, have hereunto subscribed our names as witnesses James Drinnan W H Drinnan

1909 New Zealand Herald, Volume XLVI, Issue 14093, 22 June 1909, Page 1 & National Library of New Zealand DEATHS. SHANKS.—On June 19, at. Roseneath, Kaukapakapa, Gavin Brash Shanks, late of Glasgow, Scotland, in his 82nd year.

Obviously industrious and involved with his family, in Church, School and, Community , Gavin Brash Shanks is indeed a forebear we can look back to with pride. His mid life crisis with depression is understandable, with financial losses at Thames in search of gold .

A grandson Henry Ingledue Shanks said that his grandfather was found collapsed in the ante-room behind and below the Kaukapakapa Hall, where he had stopped to shelter with his horse, on a return journey from Helensville where he had been for the day. His Memorial notice says he passed away at Roseneath his family home Gavin was 36 when he arrived in KKK he died 47 years later 19 Jun 1909 almost a year after losing his wife.

His death certificate cites Farmer , Male , 81 years , Degeneration of heart muscle , Diarrhoea , and Cerebral Thrombosis listed as cause of death , he was buried in the Methodist Churchyard along aside his wife , a true N.Z. pioneer. We salute him

Plot 52 SHANKS Elizabeth nee LECKIE 1839-1908 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa 70 years, 9.9.1908 - grave 52.

IN MEMORIAM. SHANKS.—In loving memory of our dear Mother, who died at Roseneath, Kaukapakapa on September 7, 1908.

Some day. some time, our eyes shall see The faces kept in memory:

Some day their hands shall clasp our hand, Just, over in the morning land.

Inserted by her loving sons and daughters

IN LOVING MEMORY OF ELIZABETH SHANKS GAVIN B SHANKS BELOVED HUSBAND DIED 7TH SEPTEMBER Of E SHANKS 1908 DIED 19TH JUNE AGED 69 YEARS; 1909 AGED 82 YEARS

ELIZABETH SHANKS (nee Leckie) 1839-1908 As the Cairngorm under Captain H Auld sailed out of Graves End, London on 10 September 1862, Elizabeth Shanks must have felt both excitement and apprehension. The contract stated that her family was equal to two and a half statute adults for the payment of fares, and allocation of food and articles on the voyage. How adequate would this allocation prove? How would she manage the continuous supervision of a two year old, and a crawling infant on a crowded ship? Husbands at that time were not adept at caring for small children.

Elizabeth had married Gavin Brash Shanks in August 1859 at the home of her parents, John and Agnes Leckie in Sunnyside Place, Coatbridge near Glasgow. The following year the older couple emigrated to Richmond West near Grey Lynn. It must have been wonderful for Elizabeth to be greeted by them when she and her family arrived in January 1863. But sadly her mother died five months later. Her father remarried.

When they arrived in Auckland, the Land Wars were in progress, so Gavin and his father-in-law were handed rifles and sent to the block-house in Otahuhu in an attempt to prevent Maori invading the town. After the Wars, Gavin, finding conditions in Auckland approaching starvation, decided to take up his land. Every immigrant over twenty-one, who’d paid his or her passage to New Zealand was granted 40 acres, so Elizabeth and Gavin acquired 80 acres in Kaukapakapa in 1863.

Gavin left Auckland first. Elizabeth and the children followed, travelling by steamer to Riverhead, and from there to Kaukapakapa by bullock wagon. There were only five or six other settlers in the district at that time, and two Maori settlements, one at Waitangi and the other at Makarau.

Their first home was a weather board house owned by Messrs Walford & Gibbs, two early settlers in the district. Later Gavin built their home out of timber felled and pit sawn from the then abundant kauri bush on their property ‘Roseneath’. It was situated at the top of Kaukapakapa (or Shanks) Hill about three or four miles from the Kaukapakapa Railway, on the left of the West Coast Road.

Gavin Brash and Elizabeth Shanks nee Leckie In 1865 or thereabouts they had an unusual visitor although they did not realise it until later. In the book Famous New Zealand Murders by D G Dvne. it is recorded that a man named Stack murdered a Mrs Finnigan and her three children at Otahuhu “After he (Stack) had let Otahuhu he and his mate Rose is mate Rose had worked a couple of days for a Mr Shanks at Kaukapakapa He then called himself James Johnson During his stay there while Gavin and Elizabeth were present, Rose read. out the account of the murders published in the Auckland Weekly News I hope remarked Stack the villain will get a bit of rope round his neck .Three months later the villain did, when Stack was executed at Mt Eden Gaol. During the search for him, he had been recognised in the Kaipara District by an old army mate.

In 1868 their first New Zealand child, Mary, was born She was followed in 1870 by Jane (Mrs Hinds), 1871 John Leckie 1873 Janet (Mrs Rikys) 1875 Jimmy, 1877 Amy and in 1881 Bessy (Mrs Wright) 1882 - the Freeholders List of New Zealand mentions Gavin Shanks as being a farmer owning 244 acres valued at .-ÂŁ330.

Initially, settlement meant there was a lot of work. Gavin was a draper from Coatbridge, although he had born on a farm in Scotland which had been farmed by at least three Shanks generations. Bush clearing, building a house to live in and preparation of the land was work he would not have expected. Gavin had very little

experience of calves, and when teaching a young calf to feed he expressed surprise that they had teeth, (according to one of his daughters). There are also tales of his wearing top hat and tails on the farm. By the 1896 Electoral Roll, his holding had grown to 288 acres, Employing at one stage 80-90 men in the timber industry. " Their nine children survived and all married into local families, such as the Rikys, Drinnans, Wrights, Hinds and Russells. By 1977, one hundred and fourteen years after their arrival in New Zealand, Elizabeth and Gavin had four hundred descendants.

Gavin’s brother was Reverend William Speirs Shanks, a highly respected Presbyterian minister in Glasgow. He never came to New Zealand , yet his son Gavin Allan Shanks did but no doubt encouraged his brother to promote the building of a Presbyterian Church in Kaukapakapa. Gavin and Elizabeth and John Hutchinson were among the supporters of the project which was led by Captain Acheson Thompson. Mathew Henderson, a prominent Auckland architect, drew the unusual Gothic cruciform design. St Cuthbert's was opened on 16 January 1881, and is now listed by the Historic Places Trust. (Elizabeth’s parents had been married in a St Cuthbert’s in Edinburgh Scotland .

Gavin Allan Shanks married Mary Strachan at Blytheswood, Glasgow, Scotland 6 Jul 1886 and travelled to N.Z. later that year on board the Iberia which departed: London 8 July 1886 and Arrived: Auckland 23 August 1886, and was in New Zealand at the time of his father's death 19 Nov 1887 This Gavin purchased the property at Makarau Kaukapakapa which included Waitangi Falls and on return to Scotland left Cousin Gavin James Shanks as caretaker. The property went out of Shanks control in the 1930s NZ Electoral Rolls 1853-1981 1890 Gavin Allan Shanks Qualification. Freehold. of Mount Eden Road Settler Waitangi and Tokomai Blocks. it was actually the Waitangi Falls property and it was retained until Gavin Allan Shanks died.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXII, Issue 22169, 24 July 1935, Page 3 Land auction sale PROPERTY NEAR KAUKAPAKAPA Under instructions from the Public Trustee as Administrator in Estate of Gavin Allen Shanks. Deceased, ALFRED BUCKLAND AND SONS, LTD Will offer for Sale by Public Auction at their Haymarket Land Sale Room, Albert Street, FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1935, AT 2.30 P.M.,284 ACRES, more or less, Freehold, situated about 6 miles from Kaukapakapa railway station, township, etc., with frontage to West Coast highway, comprising a Block in the Kaipara Survey District, containing 178 acres called Waitaigi No. 3576, also an adjoining Block in the Kaipara Survey District containing 10 acres, called Tokomai No. 3797. The property is largely bounded by an arm of the Kaipara Harbour and traversed by the highway. The country is of mixed quality, the contour being easy and mostly ploughable when cleared. An area of good quality marine deposit land has been fenced and grassed, and is now carrying stock. The area is watered by the Waitangi Stream also springs. A convenient, well-situated Block, which with further development will make a useful farm. Full particulars from THE DISTRICT PUBLIC TRUSTEE. 147 Albert Street. Auckland, THE PUBLIC TRUST OFFICES. Whangarei and Dargaville. Or the Auctioneers. ALFRED BUCKLAND AND SONS, LTD Gavin Brash Shanks was on the committee of the Kaukapakapa School which opened in 1873 in a small hall built for the purpose, opposite the Methodist Church. Among the seventeen first day pupils was his daughter, Agnes. The son of the first teacher, Mr S D Rikys was to marry Janet, another daughter. Gavin was also on the committee to petition the House of Representatives, to extend the railway line from Helensville North.

While her husband was more involved in church, school and community matters, Elizabeth Was busy at home, caring for a large family. Travel was arduous, so casual visitors such as Mr John Bonar who tutored the older children two or three days a week, would be given meals. This was prior to the opening of the school.

Elizabeth died at seventy years. her husband at eighty-two. They are buried in Kaukapakapa Cemetery but are remembered at regular reunions by their large industrious family.

Judy Shanks and Bruce Shanks, (descendants) 1999

Plot 53A SINCLAIR Harriet Clara nee HASZARD (RICHARDS) 1841-1917 Auckland Star, Volume XLVIII, Issue 278, 21 November 1917, Page 12 SINCLAIR.—On November 20, at Ponsonby. Harriet Clara Sinclair, widow of Robert Sinclair, of Kaukapakapa. Interment private.

Daughter of Louisa Haszard (Plot 53C) baptised 2 Sep 1841 St Johns Anglican Church, Belle Vue Queens Co, Charlotte town Prince Edward Island Canada. She firstly married Charles Richards Apr 1865 Folio No. 229 And then married Robert Sinclair In 1879 as Harriet Clara Richards NZ Marriage Index Folio 862 New Zealand Herald, Volume XVI, Issue 5515, 21 July 1879, Page 7 SINCLAIR--, RICHARDS.—At Auckland, on June 30, R. Sinclair, to H.C. Richards She had 3 children Harriett Richards born 1860, Renee Richards, born 1861 and Zilla born 1862, She married a second time. to Robert Sinclair.

Harriet Haszard, from Prince Edward Island and was a relative to the Haszard family who died so tragically in the Tarawera Eruption. Incidentally, a niece of hers, Ethel Haszard, was married in the garden of Eden Vale to the young James Parr, later Sir James Parr who became High Commissioner for New Zealand in London.

"He giveth his beloved sleep. " ROBERT SINCLAIR DIED 19TH OCTOBER 1903; ALSO OF

HARRIET CLARA HIS WIFE DIED 21ST NOVEMBER 1917

Plot 53B SINCLAIR Robert 1838-1903 Entry from Burial Register:- Kaukapakapa 66 years, -1.11.1903 -grave 53 - J.P. member of County Council, and Coroner.

Robert Sinclair Born 6 November 1837 son of John Sinclair and Ann Taylor Christened 17 November Kilspindie Perth, Scotland. about 10 1835-Km east of Perth

Robert SINCLAIR 1838-1903 Auckland Star, Volume XXXIV, Issue 250, 20 October 1903, Page 4 DEATH OF AN OLD COLONIST. MR ROBERT SINCLAIR Mr Robert Sinclair, J P., died at "Edendale" Kaukapakapa yesterday after a long and active life in the colony..

He had been failing for some time and the sad event was not unexpected. Born in Perthshire, .Scotland, about 65 years ago, he was quite a young man when he came to Auckland in 1860 in the vessel Lord Burleigh. He had served his apprenticeship to the building trade and at once commenced business as a builder and contractor in Auckland Subsequently he went to the West Coast, where he remained for about a year, and in 1867 he removed to Kaukapakapa, since which time he has been actively identified with all movements for the improvement and good administration of the district. He purchased the Edendale estate in the district. Prior to the formation of the Waitemata County Council in 1876 he had been chairman of the local Road Board for a number of years, and he represented the riding on the County Council, of which he was continuously a member up to the time of his death this being a record not held by any other member. He was elected to the chairmanship of the Council for one year, but declined to stand for re-election. As chairman of the

Kaukapakapa School Committee for 20 years he took a deep interest in education. In 1883 he was appointed a Justice of the Peace, and shortly afterwards as acting district coroner, an office he held to his death. Mr Sinclair married a daughter of the late Mr William Hazard, a well-known settler of Prince Edward Island. His daughter, who is the wife of Mr Clair, engineer, resides at the Straits Settlements. The funeral takes place to-morrow at noon.

Auckland Star, Volume XXXIV, Issue 252, 22 October 1903, Page 2 The funeral of Mr. Robert Sinclair was held yesterday, the interment being in Kaukapakapa Cemetery. The cortege included practically every resident in the district, where he was universally respected. Mr. John Sinclair and his family were the chief mourners. Amongst those present were Messrs. C. J. Parr G. W. Murray, Chas.

Andrews, Haszard (relatives), F. Dye (Chairman of the Road Beard), J. H. O'Neil. H M Wilson, C. A. Cawkwell (Waitemata County Council), and Dr. Rochet. Conspicuous in the procession were the children of the local school, on the committee of which Mr. Sinclair had been for 20 years past. There were many beautiful wreaths laid upon the coffin,, including one from the County Council. The religious rites was performed by the Rev. W. H. Spier.

"He giveth his beloved sleep. " ROBERT SINCLAIR DIED 19TH OCTOBER 1903; ALSO OF

HARRIET CLARA HIS WIFE DIED 21ST NOVEMBER 1917

Two Sinclairs Away back in 1859, the brothers, John and Robert Sinclair left Perthshire, Scotland, for New Zealand in the Lord Burleigh, arriving in Auckland after a voyage of 123 days. They were builders by trade, and after working at this for a few years, they took up adjoining blocks of land at Kaukapakapa.

John Sinclair married Mary McLeod who had come out from Nova Scotia with her parents in the Ellen Lewis, the last of Rev. Norman McLeod's ships. John built a good solid house and named it "Sunnyside"’. and he and Mary planted a beautiful garden with a fine stand of gum trees to shelter it, and there they remained for the rest of their lives. They had a son, John James, and a daughter, Alexandrina, neither of whom married.

All four took a prominent part in the community, especially the church, John building the second Methodist church in 1882 to replace the first little one of 1864. Alexandrina grew up to take an active part in the Sunday School. and was the church organist almost the whole of her life. She was also the music teacher, riding many long miles on her side-saddle to the homes of her pupils. Her brother John James grew up to be a highly respected member of the community, and in his will, left eighteen acres, and a substantial sum of money, to the youth of the district as a sports field. His sister outlived him by twenty-six years and will long be remembered as a true, though very useful, lady ever willing to help.

Having no one to succeed them. on her death in 1957, the farm was sold and the house was rented, but after many years was demolished. Now only the gums remain and their name in the Sinclair Park Sports Field, which is used the whole year round.

Eden Vale was the name that Robert Sinclair gave to his house. We wonder if perhaps he had at some time in his youth visited the beauty spot of the same name in South East Ireland? We shall never know —but we do know that it was here that he brought his young bride Harriet, eldest daughter of William Goodwin who lived in Stoney Creek Road, half a mile away.

However, 1872 was to prove a tragic year for both families, because Harriet's 10 year old brother was drowned in the creek, and only a month later, she herself died at the birth of her baby! The baby lived and was named Robina Harriet, and was cared for by her grandmother. Only five years later, the name of the grandmother was added to the other two names on the headstone, she herself being still only 45 years old!

In the same year as his little daughter was born, we read of a piece of Robert Sinclair‘s land being given for a little one-roomed school, which soon became used as the Public Hall, also (after all these years, we still call it the Hall Paddock, although in 1888, a fine new Hall was built on its present site, half a mile away).

The year his little daughter started school, Robert became Chairman/Secretary, a position he held for 25 years!

He took a leading part in all local affairs, being Chairman of the Road Board for many years, while in 1882, he was made a J.P. and appointed District Coroner. At the formation of the Waitemata County Council he acted as Chairman for one year, but declined re-election. though he remained a councillor until his death in 1903.

Robert married a second time. His bride was Harriet Haszard, from Prince Edward Island and was a relative to the Haszard family who died so tragically in the Tarawera Eruption. Incidentally, a niece of hers, Ethel Haszard, was married in the garden of Eden Vale to the young James Parr, later Sir James Parr who became High Commissioner for New Zealand in London.

Robert was a keen gardener and planted many flowering shrubs, and a grove of oaks between the house and the creek, planting also a double row of pines right around the homestead, the farm buildings and the large orchard, to protect the young saplings.

Now, in 1984, the pines are all gone, but the oaks remain, to his memory, and many of the shrubs and a large laurel. After Robert's death, the farm was sold to Robert Russell, who remained until about 1914.

The next owner was Samuel Tanner, but after only six years, his young wife died, leaving him with four little boys. so once again, the farm was on the market. Meanwhile, back in England, my father Frank Taylor, who had worked all his life in an office, was longing for a change, and my eldest brother Ron who had just left school, thought he would like to go farming. They were encouraged by my uncle who was already farming in Kaukapakapa, so in 1920, they sailed for New Zealand to find a farm before bringing out the whole of our large family. They found land to be very dear, as there was a boom following the war with young men returning with war brides, eager to settle on the land. Eden Vale being central, and on a metal road, was one of the dearer properties, but my father was tempted by the oak trees, so he bought it and sent for us.

What a tremendous change for my mother, coming from a large stone house in the suburbs of a city, with every convenience, well furnished and with fitted carpets (even then), to a farm home without even water in the house! The house in England had been sold furnished, as my father had ideas about living the simple life, and that is just what it proved to be!

The very next year, the bottom fell out of dairying, and the farm was too small for anything else, so for many long years there was no money for anything but the bare necessities. l must admit that —— though the older ones realized all that we were missing — we younger children loved it —— the bungalow with verandas all round (we had never even seen a wooden house), the creek to swim in. and horses to ride. Riding was the only way to get about in winter when those clay roads were unfit for wheels. One thing my father had allowed us to bring was the piano, and as such things were scarce in the Kaukapakapa of 1920 we were never short of visitors for musical evenings. One visitor, who was to become one of New Zealand's most famous singers, was Inia Te Wiata, who as a boy was travelling with a Youth Choir, and was billeted with us.

Another of New Zealand's well known personalities, journalist, broadcaster, among many other things. was Peter Cape, who was a regular visitor throughout his boyhood, his parents being friends of my parents.

Actually, his father stayed at Eden Vale while his mother was in the Helensville Obstetric Hospital for the birth of Peter. The friendship continued, and during one visit, my brother Bob built a canoe for Peter to sail in down in the creek. Many years later, Peter was to write the story of that delightful happening for the School Journal (Vol 45 no 7 Aug 1951 and Vol. 45 no. 9 Oct 1951) When l married in 1929, and went to live at Jordans Island (so named because there was nothing but a half mile of narrow causeway built of fascines across the mudflats. and another half mile of boggy paddocks to the little house) l left all that behind, as we seldom got out, but at Eden Vale things gradually got better as farm fertilizers became known, electricity came to the district, and even a few cars appeared as the roads became passable all the year round. But then came the Second World War and changed all our lives for ever. To our great grief, our youngest brother Robert, who was to have had Eden Vale, failed to return, and our father was now too old to carry on.

Back on our farm at Jordan's Island. all the farm hands had been called up one by one and my husband was left with only a young lad to milk 120 cows (and all the cows were stripped after the machines, in those days).

Moreover. we had been battling for 10 years to get our children educated —— by correspondence until they were old enough to ride the seven rough miles to school — and we had still two more to start, so my father persuaded us to put a manager on, and buy Eden Vale. So that is how I come to be right back where I started, telling of all the changes over the years!

The first great change was to move the cold south facing kitchen to the east — we wondered why no one had ever done it before, but of course. when all cooking, water heating for simply everything was dependent on the wood-burning range. it would have been frightfully hot in summer. Then too, we glassed in one long verandah, bringing the sun into the dark old sitting room. Concrete paths also were an amazing improvement. And so passed the teenage years of our six. until they either left to be married. or to find work, and once more we were on our own, with the farm too much for my husband, and the house too much for me. Thus, in 1966, our third son brought his wife, and young family, and turned the west side of the old house into a comfortable flat for us.

This has proved to be an excellent arrangement as, while their six were young, we were able to baby-sit for them, without ever having to go out, and now that they are all grown up, they can keep an eye on us in our old age!

The creek where the flax mill was (Edenvale) What a change Robert Sinclair would see if he were to return now! Where once his flax mill stood down by the creek, traffic passes constantly on a tar-sealed road, while another one cuts off the corner of the farm where once the little school stood, with even a traffic island to control the flow. Large glass houses produce tomatoes and the old barn has become the packing shed. Our son takes them to the city markets and is back before breakfast — a thing which still astonishes even us. who used to go to Auckland only once a year, for a week in our turns when the cows were dry!

Trees of all kinds have been planted all over the farm, many of them from the acorns of the oaks he planted, while the lawns he laid down and the flower beds he made, are tended carefully, sol like to think he would say “Well done."' and rest content in the little cemetery on the hill nearby, where he is buried.

Winifred Jordan has contributed to the Journal before this issue with a story entitled ‘Jordan’s Island on the Kaipara in Journal 31, September 1977.

Mrs Jordan is a long time member of the Helensville and District Historical Society and was in charge of historical records for a number years.

She writes that she still receives articles about Kaukapakapa's early days that are rapidly filling page after page and would like to see these stories recorded in a more permanent form.

Robert Sinclair 1870-1871 Auckland Waitemata Electoral Rolls of Kaukapakapa freehold Lot 12 Ararawi Kaukapakpa

1875-1876 Auckland Waitemata Electoral Rolls Robert Sinclair freehold Allotment No 11 Parish of Arariwi , County of Eden 1880-1881 Auckland Waitemata Electoral Rolls Robert Sinclair freehold Lot 12 Ararimu 94 acres and dwelling 1890- Auckland Waitemata Electoral Rolls Robert Sinclair freehold part 12 Ararimu 86¾ acres 1896- Auckland Waitemata Electoral Rolls Robert Sinclair freehold part 12 Ararimu 86¾ acres Harriet Clara Sinclair Kaukapakapa, wife, residential.

1900- Auckland Waitemata Electoral Rolls Robert Sinclair freehold part 12 Ararimu 86¾ acres Harriet Clara Sinclair Kaukapakapa, wife, residential.

1897-98 NZ Annual Sheep Returns Robert Sinclair "Edenvale" 90 and 99

Plot 53C HASZARD Luisa nee Hayden 1813- 1886 Entry from Burial Register:- 73 years - 3.7.1886 - Mother of Mrs R Sinclair, Murray and Andrews Mother of Mrs Harriet Clara Sinclair, Sarah Louisa Murray & Annie C Andrews all nee Haszard Auckland Star, Volume XVII, Issue 155, 5 July 1886, Page 2 HASZARD.—At the residence of her daughter, Mrs R. Sinclair. Kaukapakapa. after a long illness. Louisa Haszard, mother of Mrs Haszard, of Te Wairoa aged 73 years.

She was born 11 Jul 1813 Vernon River, Prince Edward Island, Canada, and baptised 3 Jan 1814 at St Pauls Anglican Church, Charlottetown, PEI, Canada . Her parents Alexander Lewis Hayden b. 2 Apr 1788 Chery Valley, PEI, Canada , d. 7 Sep 1875 Vernon River, PEI, Canada, and Jane Hiscock b abt 1793 in Newfoundland, Canada, d 17 Mar 1856 Haydenville, PEI, Canada.

She married William Jones Haszard in 1830 he died 1879 Wairoa NZ and was buried Southport PEI, Canada.

The family had emigrated to NZ 13 May 1859 In the 1850's, The Agent for New Zealand in Prince Edward Island made an offer to Islanders as follows: "Land Orders to all Persons of Good Character and Sober Steady Habits who will emigrate at their own Cost from this Island to Auckland".

Unused land in New Zealand had been purchased from the Maori natives by the N.Z. Government for this settlement, and all over the age of 18 who settled would receive 40 acres of land by paying 10 pounds to the agent. If applied for by a Parent or Guardian, children would receive 20 acres.

To understand why people took advantage of this offer, one has to understand the political climate of the mid 18th century here on P.E.I. Land was a major issue, as much of it was in tenures, and held by landlords, making it difficult for the young to obtain land. There was also the lure of the adventure of going off to far exotic places.

Here is a passenger list of the ship "Prince Edward" which set sail for New Zealand from Charlottetown Harbour in 1859. It is a compilation from several published passenger lists. One of the best and most often referred to was published in the Island Magazine, Number 19, Spring/Summer 1986, page 37. Copies of this issue likely still are available through the Prince Edward Island Museum and Heritage Foundation.

Ship's Captain: Nowlan, Edward and Wife Mary Ann Collins Children Anne, Bridget, Margaret, Mary - in another list, Mrs. Nowlan was listed without her husband, and with 3 in the party.

Haszard, Robert - listed in another list as bringing an additional person, likely his wife.

Haszard, Moore H. - not listed in another list.

Haszard, Charles A. Haszard, William and Wife Louisa Hayden, Children Harriett, Amelia, Alex, Elizabeth, William Jr., Sarah, Anna, Sydney.

Plot 54A OSBORNE Mrs Mary Jane 1838-1909 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa , 71 years 30.5.1909 - grave 54A New Zealand Herald, Volume XLVI, Issue 14076, 2 June 1909, Page 8 Mrs. J- Osborne an old and esteemed resident of Kaukapakapa, died on Friday. Deceased leaves a husband, one daughter, and two sons.

Plot 54B DRINNAN Robert James 1880- 16 Aug 1906 New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIII, Issue 13262, 22 August 1906, Page 6 The death occurred at Kaukapakapa on Thursday last of Mr. R. J. Drinnan, third son of Mr. John Drinnan, one of the oldest settlers in the district (writes our correspondent). The deceased had been ill for some weeks suffering from typhoid and congestion of the lungs. Mr. Drinnan was 25 years of age, and was chiefly engaged

in farming pursuits. The funeral took place on Saturday, and was largely attended. The service at the grave was read by the Rev. J. P. Bathgate. He also read the burial service of the Order of Foresters, of which deceased was a member.

In Loving Memory Of BROTHER R.J.DRINNAN MEMBER OF

COURT STAR HELENSVILLE No 6693

In Loving Memory of ROBERT JAMES DIED 26TH AUGUST 1906 AGED 26 YEARS, ALSO

EDITH ANNIE DIED 22ND FEBRUARY 1899 AGED 5½YEARS THE BELOVED CHILDREN OF JOHN AND ANNIE DRINNAN HERE OUR DARLINGS ARE LAID TO REST THY WILL OR WHEREFORE GOD KNOWS BEST.

Plot 54C DRINNAN Edith Annie (Daisy) 1893-1899

In Loving Memory ROBERT JAMES Died 26th AUGUST 1906 AGED 26 YEARS ALSO

EDITH ANNIE WHO DIED 22 FEB 1899 AGED 5½ YEARS THE BELOVED CHIDREN OF

JOHN & ANNIE DRINNAN HERE OUR DARLINGS ARE LAID TO REST THE WHY OR WHEREFORE GOD KNOWS BEST.

Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa, 5½ years - 24.2.1899 - grave part 54 - Child of John and Annie.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXVI, Issue 10998, 28 February 1899, Page 1 DEATHS. DRINNAN -On February 22. 1859, at Riverside Kaukapakapa. Edith Annie Daisy., the beloved child of John and Annie Drinnan, aged 5½ years-. Asleep in Jesus far from thee Thy kindred and their graves may be; But thine is still a blessed sleep. From which none ever wake to weep.

Plot 55 STEWART William Salter 1843-1916 Entry from Burial Register :- Kaukapakapa, 73 years, 7.3.1916 - grave 55

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 16 March 1916, Page 3 The death of Mr Stewart, senior., occurred on March 5th, at his residence. He was 73 years of age. The funeral took place on Tuesday of last week. Deceased was buried in the Kaukapakapa cemetery, and service was conducted by Rev. J. A. Lamond. Mr A. Becroft was the undertaker. The deceased left a widow, who is also an invalid; she is well cared for by Mr and Mrs Frank Stewart, with whom she lives.

Born Jun 1842 St George in the East Middlesex

Married Catherine Francis Islington St Mary London 5 Sep 1867 ( born 1849) Bachelor and Spinster (bride a minor). Groom's address: St George in the East. Bride's address: 23 St John's Villas. Witnesses: Griffith FRANCIS, Jane FRANCIS. Source: Marriage Register.

In England 1871 he was a Bookseller of Ilfracombe, Devon in Wellington NZ in 1900, a Photographer and 1905-6 a settler of Henderson., died at his sons property in KKK

Plot 56 STEWART Lionel Frank 1877-1937 Entry from Burial Register :-60 years, 20.5.1937 - grave 56

Frank STEWART

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXIV, Issue 22739, 27 May 1937, Page 14 MR. L. F. STEWART The death has occurred of Mr. Lionel Frank Stewart, a well-known resident of Kaukapakapa, in his 61st year. For many years he was a justice of the peace, and he was president of the tennis; club and chairman of the Kaukapakapa School Committee. For the past 15 years he had assisted in the work of the Anglican Church and acted as lay reader. Mr. Stewart, who was born in England, is survived by his wife and two daughters.

His wife Fanny Caroline was listed in the 1938 Electoral Roll as of Kaukapakapa Married.

Evening Post, Volume LXXX, Issue 60, 8 September 1910, Page 1 MARRIAGES. STEWART— THANE.— On the 1st September, 1910, at the Catholic Apostolic Church, Webb street, Lionel Frank, youngest son of William Salter Stewart, of Kaukapakapa. Auckland, to Annie Caroline Fannie, second daughter of William Theodore Thane, of Wellington.

On Thursday morning, at the Catholic Apostolic Church, Webb-street, a few friends assembled to witness the marriage of Mr. Lionel Frank Stewart, of Kaukapakapa, to Fannie second daughter of Mr. W. T. Thane, of this city. The bride, who wore a beautiful frock of tucked muslin and lace, was given away by her father, and was attended by her four sisters. Mr. Edward Thane, brother of, the bride, acted as best man, and Mr. Stewart was also assisted by Mr. Claude Campbell in the capacity of groomsman. In the afternoon a reception was held at Maida House-, when the bride and bridegroom received the congratulations of a number of friends.

Fannie died 21 Jun 1947 aged 66 and is buried Hamilton East Cemetery 1919 He was Fruit Grower KKK. in 1928 and 1935 Farmer

Plot 56 STEWART Marjorie Helen 1917-1919 Entry from Burial Register:- 22 months -23.6.1919 -grave 56.

Plot 57 STEWART Catherine ( wife of William Salter (Plot 55 ) nee FRANCIS 1849-1922 Entry from Burial Register:- 72 years, 29.5.1922 -grave 57.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LIX, Issue 18103, 30 May 1922, Page 1 STEWART.—On Sunday, May 28. at her late residence. Wattle Orchards. Kaukapakapa. Catherine widow of the late William Salter Stewart, formerly of Melbourne: in her 72nd year.

Born Catherine Francis, of Lambeth, Surrey born Dec 1849 daughter of Hugh Francis and his wife Margaret.

She was baptised 6 Jan 1850 Lambeth St Mary the Less, London of 182 Lambeth Walk. She was at Beaumont House Ladies School, Lambeth in 1861 aged 11. Mother of Hugh Francis Stewart b. Jun 1868 St George East, London , and Lionel Francis Stewart

Plot 58 BETTERIDGE Mrs Elizabeth nee GILBERT 1866-1925 Entry from Burial Register:- 57 years, 5.5.1925 -grave 58 Born 10 March 1866 St Nicolas, Aberdeen, Scotland, daughter of George Gilbert & Elizabeth FRASER Death 4 May 1925 in Kaukapakapa, Rodney, Auckland, New Zealand NZBDM 1925/3815 cause of death multiple strokes New Zealand Herald, Volume LXII, Issue 19009, 5 May 1925, Page 1 BETTERIDGE:- -On May 4. at Helensville, Elizabeth, wife of W. C. Betteridge, Kanohi, Kaipara. Line.

Funeral leaves Helensville 12.30 p.m. for Kaukapakapa, to day (Tuesday

Mrs Elizabeth BETTERIDGE nee GILBERT 1866-1925 She Married William Charles Betteridge in Balmain Pymont Sydney Australia 7 Jun 1887 Children Charles George 18 Jul 1888 Bourke NSW Aust - 26 Feb 1889 Wanaaring NSW Aust Henry 7 Feb 1890 Bourke NSW Aust - 16 Feb 1952 Coonamble NSW Aust (married twice MOORE HOULAHAN)) Rose 7 Apr 1892 Bourke NSW Aust - 5 Mar 1981 Masterton NZ (married CARRUTHERS) Ellen 12 Jun 1894 Bourke NSW Aust - 2 May 1945 Hamilton NZ ( married COOPER) Charles 10 Nov 1896 Orange NSW Aust - 28 May 1974 Foxton NZ ( married ROUNTREE nee JEFFERIES) Elizabeth 1898 NSW Aust - 1899 NSW Aust.

Came to New Zealand with the family from Australia in the early 1900's - they went to Huntly - Rotorua Helensville

In 1911 Electoral Roll listed as Raglan NZ. 1914 Kaipara

Mr William Charles Betteridge her husband, died 13 August 1943 ( a family note says No ggranddad will not be buried in KKK cemetery, he died in 1943 and is buried in Waikumete. His second wife wouldn't have him placed next to ggrandma.

The Betteridge's farmed at Kanohi *William Charles BETTERIDGE (g-grandfather) sailed from England, date and ship unknown, to Australia where he met his future wife Elizabeth GILBERT who had left Scotland on board the ‘S.S.AUSTRALASIA', arriving in Sydney Australia on 21 August 1884. She was listed as a single 19 year old Presbyterian from Aberdeen who could read and write, with friends in Sydney. Her passage out on the ship cost two pounds.

Elizabeth was my g-grandmother and it must have taken great courage to come from Scotland to Australia in those days to start a new life. While she was living in New Zealand, family lore says that her sister Olivia GILBERT (STUART) visited but I cannot find any record so far.

On the 7 June 1887 at Balmain Pyrmont Sydney Australia William Charles BETTERIDGE married Elizabeth GILBERT born 10 Mar 1866 Saint Nicolas Aberdeen Scotland, daughter of George GILBERT and Elizabeth FRASER. They then moved to Bourke N.S.W. where most of their six children were born.

Charles BETTERIDGE born 18 July 1888 Bourke N.S.W. Australia, died 26 Feb 1889 Wanaaring Australia.

Henry BETTERIDGE born 7 Feb 1890 Bourke N.S.W. Australia.

Rose BETTERIDGE born 7 April 1892 Bourke N.S.W. Australia. *Ellen BETTERIDGE born 12 June 1894 Bourke N.S.W. Australia.

Charles BETTERIDGE born 10 Nov 1896 Orange N.S.W. Australia Elizabeth BETTERIDGE born 1898 N.S.W. - died 1899 N.S.W. Australia.

The family then moved to the mining town of Broken Hill South Australia, from there to Adelaide South Australia. It is believed they then caught a ship to Auckland New Zealand - name and details unknown - the family was next found in Huntly New Zealand where the children attended school. From there it was believed they went south to Rotorua before returning to north of Auckland to the farming community of Kaukapakapa.

Elizabeth passed away on 4 May 1925 and is buried in the Church cemetery at Kaukapakapa.

William remarried another Scots lass Jean Garrett NISBET from Gourock Scotland on 10 Mar 1928 St Andrews Presbyterian Church Henderson Auckland.

William passed away on 13 August 1943 at the Auckland Hospital, he is buried at Waikumete Cemetery Auckland.

Information supplied by Pamela Pakes.a great grand-daughter

Plot 59 Reserved for Mr Betteridge who was buried at Waikumete, so will probably be sold.

Plot 60 STYCH Mrs Mary nee BROWN 1849- 1926

Mrs Mary STYCH nee BROWN 1849- 1926 Entry from Burial Register:- 76 years, -25.7.1926 -grave 60 Born 6 Nov 1849 Birmingham, England died 24 Jul 1926 Kaukapakapa New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19390, 27 July 1926, Page 1 STYCH.—On July' 24. at the residence of her daughter at Kanohi. Mary, widow of the late Benjamin Stych. of Wellington, and mother of A. B Stych, Pine Street, Mount Eden; in her 76th, year.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARY STYCH DIED 24TH JULY 1926 AGED 76 YEARS. New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19394, 31 July 1926, Page 1 BEREAVEMENT NOTICES. The Family of the late MRS. STYCH, who died at the residence of her daughter at Kanohi, desire to express their sincere thanks to friends and neighbours for their expressions of sympathy and kind assistance in their sad bereavement.

The daughter was Ann McGuire (Plot 63A) wife of John Mary Stych nee Brown Born 6 November 1849 Birmingham, Warwickshire, England Died 24 July 1926 Kaukapakapa NZ Married Benjamin Stych 6 Nov 1870 . He died in Wellington NZ Manawatu Standard, Volume XL, Issue 7761, 8 February 1904, Page 2 Wellington- Feb. 7, 1904 Benjamin Stych, a married man of about 40 years of age. residing at Macdonald Crescent, swallowed the contents of a bottle labelled "Spirits of salt" at 6 o'clock on Saturday evening, and died at the hospital at 3 o'clock yesterday morning. Deceased, who went to Wellington from Eketahuna, where he had been employed in a flaxmill, had been out of work for some time, and it is supposed this weighed on his mind.

Evening Post, Volume LXVII, Issue 32, 8 February 1904, Page 6 About 2 o'clock .yesterday morning a married man named Benjamin Stych died at the Hospital under unusual circumstances. It appears that he was noticed at his residence in Macdonald-crescent on Saturday evening to place a bottle labelled "spirits of salts" to his lips and to swallow the contents. Dr. Fell was called in, and after examining the man ordered his removal to the Hospital, where he died as stated, An inquest is being held as we go to press.

Benjamin Stych 1848-1904 Evening Post, Volume LXII, Issue 33, 9 February 1904, Page 4 An inquest was held at the Hospital yesterday afternoon by Mr. James Ashcroft, District Coroner, concerning the death of Benjamin Stych, who died, under peculiar circumstances at 2.30 o'clock on Sunday morning. John McGuire, an asylum attendant in Victoria, deposed that deceased was his father-in-law, and was about fifty five years of age. Deceased had been employed in a flaxmill in the Eketahuna district. Latterly he had been out of work, and had been expecting money for certain contract work. On Saturday evening he came down stairs for a glass of- water, and said to his wife, "I want you." Mrs. Stych then went up- stairs, and three minutes afterwards wit- ness heard a scuffle. Ho immediately went upstairs, and caught hold of de- ceased, who ordered him out of the room, Mrs. Stych told witness that phe thought her husband had taken spirits of salt. Dr. Fell was sent for, and arrived fifteen minutes afterwards, and administered an emetic. Subsequently he ordered the removal of deceased to the Hospital. During the past few weeks Stych had often said "Good-bye, you won't see me any more." Witness was of opinion that the mind of his father-in-law was affected. About twenty years ago ho had been kicked on the head by a horse. Dr. Wilson, assistant medical superintendent of the Hospital, and Dr. Fell gave evidence. They were both of opinion that death was due to poisoning. Mrs. Stych ,widow of deceased, said her husband often said he wished he was dead. He was a man who worried a great deal, and for that reason witness never told him anything about her troubles. On Saturday night he asked witness for a glass of water. Witness look it upstairs to him, and subsequently returned to see how he was getting on. Deceased lifted the glass witness had given turn, and said '"Mother. 1 am going to drink your health; it is, the last night you will see me." Witness saw a bottle on a table near by marked "spirits of salt," aÂŤd noticing that the water in the glass was discoloured, she immediately attempted to get it away. When she succeeded the glass was nearly empty. A verdict of "Suicide whilst temporarily insane" was returned.

Their children were 1. Arthur Benjamin 1871-1938 2. Henrietta Mary 1873-1955

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Thomas Edwin 1875-1933 Ann Elizabeth 1877-1936 (Plot 63A) George 1879-1879 William Henry 1881-1951 Mabel 1883-1953 John Ernest 188-1954

1896 Wellington Electoral Roll Benjamin Stych , Barker Street, Brass founder, residential Mary Stych 9 Barker St married woman, residential 1900 Wellington Electoral Roll Stych Mary, Wright St. married woman residential her daughter Henrietta Mary machinist, and son Thomas Edwin, Drainlayer, are with her. (no sign of Benjamin at this address) In 1905-6 Henrietta May spinster, and Mary, married, are at 23 Ghuznee St Wellington Central 1911 The same two are at Boxhill, Brooklyn. Henrietta spinster, and Mary, widow.

1911 Electoral Roll for Wellington Suburbs and Country District Stych John Ernest. William St Ngaio, Draper's assistant Stych, Mabel Ellen William St. Ngaio, spinster Stych, Mary, William St. Ngaio, widow.

1914 Wellington South Stych Mary, 33 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, widow 1914 Auckland Eden Stych, Mary, O'Neills Rd, Henderson, widow Stych, Thomas Edwin, O'Neills Rd, Henderson labourer.

Stych, Mabel Ellen, O'Neills Rd Henderson, machinist.

1919 Auckland, Eden, Stych, Arthur Benjamin Gt North Rd Henderson, bootmaker.

Stych Edith Mary, Gt North Rd Henderson,, married Stych, Mabel Ellen O'Neills Rd Henderson, machinist.

Stych, Mary, O'Neills Rd, Henderson, widow Stych, Thomas Edwin, O'Neills Rd, Henderson labourer 1919 Auckland, Auckland East Stych Mary, 5 Liverpool St. widow Stych Mabel, 5 Liverpool St. spinster.

Plot 61 POWER Mrs Helene 1866-1928 Entry from Burial Register:- 62 years, -15.7.1928 - grave 61 Wife of Frederick Herbert De Courcy POWER, carter of Kaukapakapa 1928 electoral roll It could have been him as a Hospital warder of Parnell in 1890 in 1911 he was prospector and she is Helena Power. in 1919 he is still prospector, and she is Helene. in 1896 he is listed twice, at Riverhead and Kaukapakapa and both times as Gum digger.

Helene is not listed.

In 1935 he is in an infirmary at Epsom, no occupation.

He is also listed in 1935 as at Kaukapakapa, carter.

In 1938 he is still at the infirmary Epsom, no occupation.

Plot 62A HOLROYD Thomas Henry 1878-1963 Entry from Burial Register:- 86 years -2.7.1963 - grave 84 Born :1878 in Soyland, Yorkshire, England Died 1963 Margaret Augusta Watts (1878-1932) she and her husband Thomas Henry Holroyd (1878-1963), both born in England, emigrated from UK to New Zealand in 1906. They had married on 19 Sep 1906 in St John the Baptist, Halifax, Yorkshire, England. There were 3 other children: Jack (12 Jan 1908-26 Aug 1997), Herbert (Apr 19101967) and Edna (29 Mar 1913-Sep 1994 and Mollie born in about Jul 1914 in Helensville, Auckland.

IN LOVING MEMORY MARGARET AUGUSTA HOLROYD 1878-1932 THOMAS HENRY HOLROYD 1878-1967 HERBERT HOLROYD 1910-1967 ______________ UNTIL THE DAY BREAKS

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Thomas Henry Holroyd 1878-1963 Stories from the lives of THOMAS HENRY And MARGARET AUGUSTA HOLROYD Who came to New Zealand in 1906 and settled in Kaukapakapa in 1909

Compiled by Margaret Holroyd 2009

Soon after their marriage Thomas emigrated from England to New Zealand.

Margaret followed him in February 1907.

In August 1909 they settled in Kaukapakapa, North Auckland, New Zealand.

They had six children whose lives spanned the 20“ Century a century of challenges and changes.

JORDAN’S ISLAND AND BEFORE.

On 8 November 2003 an excited group of Holroyd descendants 14 cousins, together with spouses, children and grandchildren:, set out from the Kaukapakapa Methodist Church to visit Jordan’s Island, the place where Tom and Margaret Holroyd had lived when they first arrived in the Kaukapakapa district. The weather was overcast and there was a cool breeze as we piled into cars to process out to the island. The metal road wound around the hills and then descended to sea level. As we crossed the causeway on either side we could see the mud flats and the mangrove trees with their feet in the salt water.

We were warmly welcomed by Graham Jordan who proudly showed us old photos and maps of the Island, and told us how parts of the land had been lost to the sea while other parts had been reclaimed to make a prosperous farm.

We were then taken to view the original house, now moved inland from its earlier position on the water's edge.

By this time the rain clouds were hanging low and the wind coming in off the sea was really cold. We shivered and pulled our coats around us as we walked to the original site and then stood in awe and looked out to sea at the exposed mudflats and mangroves. We tried to imagine what it would have been like in September 1908 when Tom and Margaret and their 9 month—old son Jack came to live there.

They had been living in Waiuku and working for a Miss Barstowe on a farm named ‘St.Michael’, when Tom met James Byrt Jordan (Senior) who told them he had the ideal situation for them on Kukutango Island (commonly known as Jordan's Island) in the Kaipara Harbour.

There was a vacant house and plenty of scrub cutting and fencing work, so without sighting the place Tom had decided to take up the offer and sealed a 12-month contract with a handshake. Tom and Margaret packed their few belongings and, with excited anticipation, travelled by horse and cart to catch the train from Onehunga to Auckland where they changed trains for the next stage of their journey to Helensville.

For almost three hours the train puffed along, with a plume of smoke trailing behind and the whistle blowing loudly as it stopped at every little station until they arrived at Helensville.

Next day they embarked on the boat that was to take them to their new home and slowly chugged along the winding Kaipara river for 7 kilometres before entering the south end of the Kaipara Harbour. Their departure was timed so that the tide would be in when they arrived, but the pilot had to carefully navigate the channels between the sandbanks and mudflats that were still evident. The harbour was busy with boats of many descriptions coming and going but the journey was a long one and they looked forward to reaching their destination.

Both Margaret and Tom were tired and young Jack was getting fractious, but as the pilot pointed out their destination they eagerly looked ahead searching for reassurance that they had made a good decision in coming to this remote place.

When they finally arrived, to their consternation all they could see was one lonely wooden villa standing on the waters edge.

The Kaipara River winding past Helensville to the Kaipara Harbour.

The Kaukapakapa River is seen flowing to the right.

This photo taken about 1932 — note how close the sea is to the house Behind the house there were a few cattle in roughly fenced paddocks and over 400 acres of low—lying scrub covered land surrounded by the sea. No matter how hard they looked they couldn't see any other signs of human habitation. There were no solid dark stone buildings like those common in Tom's part of Yorkshire, nor were there any rolling green hillsides with grazing sheep and red brick houses such as those in Wiltshire, where Margaret had been brought up.

What were Margaret's thoughts? Did she wonder what madness had induced her to leave England and come to New Zealand? How could anyone live in this remote spot, which was only accessible by boat at high tide or horseback at low tide? She wasn't going to live here. She wasn't even going to get off the boat!

But the journey had been long and tiring, and they didn't have anywhere else to go. Tom was a man who always kept his word, and felt they must honour the contract to work here for at least 12 months. Finally Margaret relented, and they unloaded their belongings and began to set up home.

FROM JORDAN'S ISLAND TO KAUKAPAKAPA. when Margaret, Tom and baby Jack arrived at Jordan's Island in September, 1908 it was spring time and the weather was beginning to warm up, but spring is a notoriously windy time of the year and at times when the wind and the high tide coincided, the sea water came right up under the house. The first time it happened Margaret was terrified, but she soon found that once the tide turned the waters would recede and once again mudflats would surround them. Neither of them had been brought up near the coast so it took them a little while to understand the rhythm of the tides, but as summer came they began to enjoy the beauty of the scenery, the blue sky reflected in the sea and the sight of the many boats about their business on the harbour. On a clear day they could see all the way out to the harbour entrance.

It was only at low tide that Tom could cross to the mainland on horseback and ride over twelve kilometres on a clay road to Kaukapakapa to purchase provisions from Dyes Store. A shopping list found in Tom's old notebook included: close peggs(sic), fish slice, malt, tin milk, dried yeast, 6 lbs tea, enemas, onions, bacon, beef or pork, suet, 100 lbs flour, potatoes, sultanas, raisins, syrup, 56lb rice, 56lb sugar, 2 night dresses, 1 tooth brush, and 2 pair stockings.

Excursions to Kaukapakapa had to be carefully planned and often involved at least one night away from home.

Margaret never attempted, the journey. One advantage of the isolation was that there were no nearby shops to spend your money in and so they were not tempted to buy anything other than the bare necessities, which helped them to save their wages towards a deposit on their own home. On his journeys into Kaukapakapa, especially as they neared the end of their 12 months contract with Mr Jordan, Tom began making enquiries about work and properties for sale.

In July 1909 he came home quite excited about a property John (Jack) Simcock was selling' on John L Shanks Road, near to the junction with Andersons Road. There were forty—two acres of land with a 3 bedroom, heart of kauri timber house on it. He knew he would not be able to make a living from the land as it was mostly in tea—tree scrub with small pockets of bush, but the house was very solid and he felt he could get enough casual work around the district to keep the family until the land became more productive.

He had not been in New Zealand long enough to understand that the heavy clay soil would never be good farmland. At 10.30am. on the 12 August 1909 he signed the agreement to purchase the property, and began making arrangements to leave Jordan's Island on 6 September 1909.

They loaded their belongings onto the launch and began the journey southwards through the Kaipara Harbour and then eastwards up the Kaukapakapa River to the landing at Pukanui (later called Punganui). Unfortunately the spring gales began to blow and the sea became so rough that, much to his disgust, Tom became seasick.

He hadn't been seasick at all on his journey across the oceans from England to New Zealand and here they were in a harbour! Then the boat began to develop engine trouble and by time they turned into the river the tide was on its way out and before they knew it they were marooned on a mud—bank for the night without even a cup of tea to warm them up. As the temperature dropped Margaret wrapped Jack in her old grey overcoat to protect him from the cold, rocking him gently as they waited for the tide to turn and daylight to dawn. Finally, when the tide rose, they were able to float off the mud—bank and continue their journey up the river.

From the landing they travelled by horse and trap along Andersons Road. The clay road was wet and sticky, but the big old draught horse plodded along bringing them ever nearer to their new home.

Tom pointed out the boundaries of their property and proudly opened the gate. At first Margaret couldn't even see the house, but they continued along a rough track through the tea—tree and suddenly there it was with the back door facing them.

The three bedrooms and sitting room were at the front and a lean—to portion at the back contained the bathroom, the pantry, the kitchen and the dining room. On the left of the door she could see the wooden slats that denoted a safe. Tom produced the key and opened the door for her and together they entered their home.

Margaret hurried from room to room and out onto the front verandah from where she could look out over the hills and the valleys. She found it hard it believe that all this was theirs.

Photos taken about 1944 — by this time the wooden shingles on the roof had been replaced with corrugated iron.

It was very exciting moving their things into the house and setting up their new home. They didn't have a lot of furniture, but they had sufficient for their needs at the time. Before long Tom took his tools out of his toolbox and from then on Margaret used it in the pantry to store sugar and flour.

There was little time for Tom to work on his own property as he had a scrub—cutting contract at Stoney Creek Road. Each day he walked the 5 kilometres to and from work. Margaret had to get up early to light the fire and cook breakfast before he set out. Then she had to make the beds, empty the chamber pots, sweep the floors, scrub the wooden doorstep, bake the bread, and prepare meals. Washing the clothes involved boiling water in a kerosene tin over an outdoor fire. Young Jack demanded a fair bit of her attention and she was already pregnant with their second child.

They both worked very hard and they were often tired, but they were happy in the knowledge that after less than three years in New Zealand they already had their own home and 42 acres of land.

They knew that this was more than they could have hoped for in England.

Most of the time they didn't miss England, but when letters in little black edged envelopes came in the mail they really felt far from home. Soon after their arrival in New Zealand there had been the notice about the death in July l907 of Tom's old friend William Henry Bottomley at only 36 years of age. Then there was the news that Tom's mother Ellen had died on 13 December 1908,aged 68 years.

In 1913 and 1914 they received three more letters telling of the deaths of family members. First there was Margaret's father, who died in January 1913 aged 76 years, then they were shocked to hear that Tom's sister Hannah had died. on 18 November 1913 aged 39 years, and only four months later they heard that Margaret's oldest brother George had died on 17 March 1914 aged 46 years.

It often took months for letters to travel by sea between England and New Zealand and events were long past before the news was received. Tom wasn't very good at writing letters, and Margaret usually had to write on his behalf as well as keeping in touch with her own family. She enjoyed writing, but it was often hard to find the time to do so.

(The little black edged notices concerning W H Bottomley and Tom's mother, and the black edged letter written

by Margaret's nephew about his father's death are still amongst the family keepsakes.) '

Plot 62B HOLROYD Mrs Margaret Augusta nee WATTS 1878-1932 Entry from Burial Register:- 54 years, 9.12.1932 - grave 62B New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIX, Issue 21359, 7 December 1932, Page 1 HOLROYD:--On December 6,at the Auckland Hospital. Margaret, beloved wife of Thomas H. Holroyd, Kaukapakapa in her 54th year. Interment at Methodist Church, Kaukapakapa, 2 p.m. to-morrow Thursday.

Thomas and Margaret Holroyd

Plot 62C HOLROYD Herbert 1910- 1967 Entry from Burial Register:- 56 years, -16.4.1967 - grave 62

Herbert HOLROYD 1910- 1967 Did his schooling at Lochnorrie School

Herbert HOLROYD 1910- 1967

Plot 63A MCGUIRE Ann Elizabeth nee STYCH 1877-1936

Entry from Burial Register:- 58 years -10.5.1936 -grave 63A New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXIII, Issue 22415, 11 May 1936, Page 1 McGUIRE.—On May 10, at Auckland Hospital, Ann Elizabeth McGuire aged 58. Interment at Kaukapakapa Cemetery at 2.30 p.m. to-morrow (Tuesday)..

Daughter of Benjamin Stych and Mary nee Brown (Plot 60) Born 1877 She married John McGuire 1899 Folio No 530. an asylum attendant Victoria Wellington in 1904, and who was a farmer at Kaukapakapa in 1928 and as Sydney John McGuire , Kaukapakapa labourer, in 1935. and Ann Elizabeth of Kaukapakapa , married.. Rita Elizabeth, spinster also of Kaukapakapa. Where he and his daughter are still in 1938. 1946 Sydney John, labourer and Rita Elizabeth spinster, are still listed as of Kaukapakapa. In 1949 NZ Electoral Roll for Rodney, Auckland. Sydney John is still listed as labourer of Kaukapakapa. Rita is not listed.

1949 Auckland Rodney Charlotte Miriam McGuire Taha Rd Waimauku, married. In 1954 Sydney John McGuire is a contractor, of Haszard St Waihi, with him is Charlotte Miriam McGuire, married.

In 1957 Sydney John McGuire is a timber worker of Haszard St Waihi. No listing for Charlotte. and the same year he is listed in the Roskill Auckland Electoral Roll living with his daughter Rita Elizabeth McGuire, spinster, at 4 Torrance St SE3 a timber worker.

I could not locate a death for Charlotte Miriam McGuire nor Sydney John McGuire. (2015 wbs) Rita Elizabeth born 29 November 1905 died 14 April 1993 A lover of little children. buried Plot 5 West View Lawn Row 3 Waikumete. She appears to have been born Dunedin Otago Folio No. 5471

Plot 63B WRIGHT Elizabeth Leckie nee SHANKS 1881-1966

Entry from Burial Register:- 85 years, at a private Hospital of Kaukapakapa - grave 63B ( paid for about 1934 ) -20.5.1966 In the 1950 Wises Post Office Directory she is listed as Farmer.

Bessie as she was known did mainly domestic work for different people including her two Drinnan sisters Amy and Agnes , neighbours at Wainui , as too was James Byrne WRIGHT who married Bessie on 3 rd July 1917 at Agnes & James Drinnan's home . Bessie was 35 then and their 5 children were born in quick succession over 6 years .

Heart trouble caused James' death on 22 Dec 1934 aged 59 - the oldest child was only 16 then , but Bessie and the family carried on with the farm and George who took over the farm , ran beef cattle.

Bessie had brown eyes dark hair, light olive skin and a placid nature and was well liked and respected by other relatives. She was diabetic for quite some years, and it is thought she had a stroke , she died at a private hospital in Auckland at age 84 on 20th May 1966 ,

Elizabeth Leckie Wright nee Shanks 1881-1966

Plot 63C WRIGHT James Byrne 1875 - 1934 Entry from Burial Register:- 59 years, 24.12.1934 - grave 63C

Born 1875 Died 22 Dec 1934 New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXI, Issue 21991, 24 December 1934, Page 1 WRIGHT.—On December 22, 1934, at a private hospital. Auckland, James Byrne, beloved husband of Bessie Wright; of Kaukapakapa. Funeral will leave W. H. Tongue and Sons' chapel this day (Monday) at 11.45 a.m. for Kaukapakapa Cemetery

Plot 64 GREY lan Morris Desmond 1921- 1929 Entry from Burial Register:-7 years -2.1.1929

grave 64.

Plot 65 GARDNER Henry Charles 1922 ( Infant 5 weeks) Entry from Burial Register:- 5 weeks - 21.8.1922 - grave 55

Plot 66 GREY Mark 1875 - 1948 Entry from Burial Register:- 73 years, 21.4.1948. -grave 66 Born 29 Jun 1875 Whangarei N.Z. married Julia Adams 1904. Mark died 1948

His mother's death.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LVI, Issue 17296, 21 October 1919, Page 1 GREY—On October 20. at Costley Home. Epsom.. Mary, relict of the late John David Grey, formerly of Whangarei and Parnell, and dearly-beloved mother of Mrs. Knutsen, John Street, Ponsonby, William Grey, Vincent Road, Remuera, Walter Grey, Piha. and Mark Grey, Kaukapakapa, aged 86 years. Funeral leaves Marble. Arch, Hobson Street. 10.30. to-morrow (Wednesday) morning New Zealand Herald, Volume LVI, Issue 17296, 21 October 1919, Page 1 GREY.--On September 25. at Pukanui. Kaukapakapa. Julia, the beloved wife of Mark Grey, Pukanui.

Plot 66 GREY Mrs Julia nee ADAMS 1879-1919 Entry from Burial Register:- 41 years 27.9.1919 -grave 66

New Zealand Herald, Volume LVI, Issue 17296, 21 October 1919, Page 1v GREY.--On September 25. at Pukanui. Kaukapakapa. Julia, the beloved wife of Mark Grey, Pukanui.

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 2 October 1919, Page 2 A painful sensation was caused on Thursday night last, when it was learned that Mrs Grey, wife of Mr Mark Grey, had passed away after only a few hours' illness. Mrs Grey, who was a daughter of Mrs Adams of Kaukapakapa, was well known in the district, and right up to the time of her death was engaged in her various duties on the farm and in the house. She leaves a family of five with their father to mourn their loss, and much sympathy is felt for them!, Born 29 Jan 1879 She died 25 Sep 1919 Mother of Eileen Constance b 1907, and Alma, born 1910 Daughter of James and Hannah (Plot 67 and Plot 68 ) Sister of Thomas John Adams (Plot 251)

Plot 67 ADAMS Hannah Elizabeth nee BURTON 1849-1923 Entry from Burial Register:- 73 years, 11.2.1923 - grave 67 Born 1849 Kings Norton, Worcestershire, England Died 9 Feb 1923 Kaukapakapa N.Z. Auckland Star, Volume LIV, Issue 37, 13 February 1923, Page 1 DEATHS. ADAMS:-At Kaukapakapa. on February 9, Hannah Elizabeth, the beloved wife of .James Adams; aged 73.

Deeply mourned.

HANNAH (ANN) ELIZABETH BURTON; Born 1851 North Hampton, England Died Feb 11 1923 Age 73 .

Buried Kaukapakapa Cemetery Plot 67 9 Children (2 unknown) James and Ann Adams left England to settle in New Zealand. They had with them their four children (3 boys & 1 girl). One boy died on the hazardous journey, another boy died on landing in New Zealand They landed at Howick Auckland, New Zealand.

They tramped to Pukanui (now called Punganui) where they built a home on a 10 acre block of land Punganui is between Kaukapakapa and Helensville on the corner of Inland Road. James Adams had a boat called the "TAM O SHANTER’ which he sailed on the Kaipara harbour.

Hannah Elizabeth Burton: born: 1849 Hellidon, nr Daventry, Northamptonshire Died: 1923, Auckland NZ, Buried Kaukapakapa Metodist Cemetery Father: George Burton b: 1823 Hellidon, Northamptonshire Mother: Sarah Ann b: 1824 Woodford, Northamptonshire Siblings: 1) Mary Helen Burton b: 1848 Hellidon, Northamptonshire 2) Hannah Elizabeth Burton b: 1849 Hellidon, Northamptonshire 3) William George Burton b: 1857 Catesby, Northamptonshire 4) John Burton b: 1860 Catesby, Northamptonshire Married: 3rd Âź 1871(3b 0183 Daventry) Northamptonshire; James Adams Children 1) 2) 3) 4) Julia Adams b: 29/1/ 1879 Kaukapakapa, NZ; d: 25/9/1919; (Plot 67) m: 1904 Mark Grey (b: 1875; d: 1948) (Plot 66) 5) Thomas John Adams b: 7/9/1884; d: 1/9/1949 (Plot 251 )

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Plot 68 ADAMS James 1848- 1925 Entry from Burial Register:- 75 years -14..2.1925 - grave 68

Born 1848 Clifton, Oxfordshire, England Died 12 Feb 1925 Kaukapakapa Father of Julia Grey (Plot 66) and Thomas John Adams (Plot 251) JAMES ADAMS Born 1848 Clifton, Oxfordshire England Married 10 Dec 1873, Eldon N Hampshire England Died Feb 14 1925 Age 75 Buried Kaukapakapa Cemetery Plot 68 HANNAH (ANN) ELIZABETH BURTON; Born 1851 North Hampton, England Died Feb11 1923 Age 73 .

Buried Kaukapakapa Cemetery Plot 67 9 Children (2 unknown) James and Ann Adams left England to settle in New Zealand. They had with them their four children (3 boys & 1 girl). One boy died on the hazardous journey, another boy died on landing in New Zealand They landed at Howick Auckland, New Zealand.

They tramped to Pukanui (now called Punganui) where they built a home on a 10 acre block of land Punganui is between Kaukapakapa and Helensville on the corner of Inland Road. James Adams had a boat called the "TAM O SHANTER’ which he sailed on the Kaipara harbour.

Adams Property

Plot 69 BLATTNER Charles (Gottlieb) Abt 1850-1919 Entry from Burial Register:- 31.7.1919 - grave 69. - no age given Wanganui Herald, Volume XXXXIV, Issue 12856, 24 August 1909, Page 4 A gum-digger named Charles Plattner, (sic) 64 years of age, had a narrow escape from being burnt to death in his whare at Kaukapakapa on Tuesday night (says the Auckland Star). It appears that about half-past 12 he awoke to find himself surrounded by flames, and was just able to struggle through the fire to the outer air, where he fell down Unconscious. Plattner was sleeping in a tent inside a whare which probably caught fire through the chimney. He was sleeping alone in the tent at the time, his nearest neighbour being a very old man, whose whare was a few yards distant from his own. Besides being severely burned about the face, arms, and body, he suffered very badly from the shock,, He was taken 'by Constable Montgomery to Helensville yesterday, where Dr Meinhold, after examining him, expressed the opinion that the unfortunate man was in danger of losing his sight and ordered his removal to the Auckland Hospital. He was-brought down last night, and upon inquiry to-day his condition was ascertained to be serious

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 7 August 1919, Page 2 FATALITY AT THE PEAK.

An old-age pensioner, Charles Blattner (about 70), of Swiss descent, who followed the occupation of gum digger at "The Peak," near Kaukapakapa, was fatally burned in his whare on Tuesday of last week. It appears that Blattner, who had been in indifferent health, was being cared for by a mate, who had left a pile of scrub near the whare, for the fire, and while he was absent deceased had evidently obtained this and placed it on the

fire, which blazed and caught his clothes. When found at night he was quite dead, being badly burned about the neck and down one side. Constable Hunt, of Helensville, was communicated with, and accompanied by Dr. Meinhold, proceeded to the scene of the fatality. An inquest was held on the following day, when a verdict of accidental death from burns was returned. It is stated that deceased had been in the Costley Home, but refused to stay there, as he thought he had not enough freedom.

In 1905-1906 Electoral Roll he is listed as Gum digger of Waimauku .In 1919 as Gottlieb Charles Blattner he is listed of Kaukapakapa as Gum digger as he was in 1914.

Gum digging, especially in the swamps, was hard labour, and as diggers got older they looked around for other work. Also, by the late 1890s gum was becoming harder to find. Many diggers, in the words of one shopkeeper, ‘could not make tucker’ – they were not earning enough to pay for their food and stores.

The amount of gum found varied from day to day. Typically it was not more than a digger could carry in their pack. These were grain sacks with home-made straps for each shoulder – much like a tramper’ backpack.

Diggers dreamed of finding enough gum to buy a small plot of land. In 1898 one gum buyer noted, The life of a gum-digger is wretched, and one of the last a man would take to.’

At day’s end diggers would weave their way through the mānuka back to their shacks. These varied in design, but were all built from whatever was to hand. In forested areas, dwellings had high, pitched roofs thatched with nīkau or raupō fronds, and chimneys of ponga logs or corrugated iron. In open areas without timber, whares (houses) made from sod and sacking were popular.

Sacking was lashed to a frame of mānuka, with a tent fly over the top to make it waterproof. The floor was beaten earth, and bunks consisted of sacking nailed to mānuka frames.

Plot 70 OSBORNE John 1840-1925 Entry from Burial Register:- 85 years, -11.11.1925 - grave 70 New Zealand Herald, Volume LXII, Issue 19172, 11 November 1925, Page 1 OSBORNE.-—On November 9, at his daughter's residence, Schnapper Rock, Albany, John, dearly-beloved husband of the late Mary Jane Osborne, (Plot 54A) of Kaukapakapa. Funeral will leave the above address for Kaukapakapa at 1 p.m. to-day (Wednesday).

Not connected with other Osborne's here.

Plot 71A YOUNG John E S 1840-1915 Entry from Burial Register Kaukapakapa, 67 years, 10.8.1915 - grave 71A Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 12 August 1915, Page 2 OBITUARY An old and highly-respected settler named John E S. Young, who has resided with the Christy family at Kaukapakapa, died on the 8th inst., from syncope, after a long and painful illness. Deceased was a remittance man, his people in England being well-to-do. The funeral, which took place on Tuesday, was a large and representative one, Rev Mr Lamond conducting the last sad rites in an impressive manner, Mr A. Becroft was the undertaker, and looked after all arrangements in his usual careful style.

Kaipara and Waitemata Echo, Volume LXI, 19 August 1915, Page 3 THE LATE MR J. E. S. YOUNG TO TIIE EDITOH. Sir, —In your issue of the 12th inst., you have a notice of Mr John E. S. Young's death, which in some particulars is correct, but in others misleading. The late Mr Young was my partner and good friend for 33 years, 29 of which have been spent in

Kaukapakapa, where he was well-known as a successful Orchardist, etc., and earned his living' by his work, having also been Clerk of the Kaukapakapa Road Board for a good few years., and retiring owing to ill-health. He latterly received the Old Age Pension By kindly publishing this you will oblige-—I am, etc.,, Robert W. O. Christie Auldbar, Kaukapakapa, 16-8-15.

Plot 71C GARDNER Mrs Elizabeth (Lizzie )Stella Christina nee DUNN 1877-1913 Entry from Burial Register:- 36 years, 5.3.1913 -grave 71C (Mrs J .Junior ) She married John Gardner in 1907. they lived at Helensville and she was buried at Kaukapakapa Kaipara and Waitemata Echo , 5 March 1913, Page 2 Deaths.

GARDNER—On March 3rd (suddenly), at Helensville Private Hospital, Lizzie Stella Christina, beloved wife of John D. Gardner aged 36 years.

OBITUARY. The sudden death of Mrs Gardner , the wife of Mr John D. Gardner , at the Helensville Private Hospital, was received with deep regret. Mrs Gardner, who was only 36 years of age, went into the hospital last week and underwent an operation on Saturday last. On Monday she gradually sank and passed away about 2 o'clock. The funeral left the residence Garfield Road, at 1.30 to-day for the Kaukapakapa cemetery, where her remains were interred beside the parents of Mr Gardner , A Memorial Service will be held in the Presbyterian Church next Sunday evening.

In Loving Memory Of LIZZIE Dearly beloved wife of JOHN GARDNER Died 3rd March 1913 Aged 36 years Till the day break and the Shadows flee away

Plot 72A DORMER Mary Alice nee GOLDEN 1868 - 1941 Entry from Burial Register:-73 years, -19.4.1941 - grave 72A

IN LOVING MEMORY MARY ALICE DORMER PASSED AWAY 19TH APRIL 1941 AGED 73 YEARS

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXVIII, Issue 23945, 21 April 1941, Page 1 DORMER.—On April 19. at her late residence, Kaukapakapa. Mary Alice, widow of the late Frederick Henry Dormer, and loved mother of Maud, Fred, Mabel, Harry. Sally, Alf, Herb and Dorothy; aged 73 years, Funeral will leave the residence at 1 p.m. to-day (Monday) New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXVIII, Issue 23961, 10 May 1941, Page 1 DORMER—The Family of the late Mary Alice Dormer, Kaukapakapa, wish to sincerely thank all friends and relatives for their kind' sympathy, arid for telegrams, letters, cards and floral emblems received.

Plot 72B DORMER Frederick Henry b Abt 1865 - Jun 1920 Entry from Burial Register:- 55 years, -22.6.1920 - grave 72

IN LOVING MEMORY FREDERICK HENRY- - - DEARLY LOVED HUSBAND OF MARY A DORMER WHO DIED 22ND JUNE 1920 AGED 55 YEARS THY WILL BE DONE

Kaipara

and Waitemata Echo , 24 June 1920, Page 3

KAUKAPAKAP FATALITY WELL-KNOWN SETTLER'S END A sad occurrence is reported from Kaukapakapa, which resulted in the death of Mr F. H. Dormer, a well-known and highly respected settler of the district. On Tuesday morning the late Mr Dormer left his residence to go to another part of his farm, taking with him his lunch. As he had failed to return by 7 p.m., his family became anxious, and instituted a search. Constable Hunt, of Helensville, was communicated with, und on arriving at the farm, organised a party, which searched for the missing man throughout the night. Early on Wednesday morning the party came across an axe, which Mr Dormer had been using to fell a tree, and further search revealed the body of deceased lying in a creek, in about 4 feet of water. A cut about two inches long was found on the left cheek, and it is surmised that the unfortunate man, accidentally cutting himself with the axe, went to the creek to bathe the wound, and either fainted or slipped in.

Owing to a fresh at the time, of the accident, there would be about 8 feet of muddy water in the creek.

An inquest was held this morning at Kaukapakapa, before Mr F. Y. Fosbroke, J. P acting coroner.

Mrs R. Becroft of Helensville, was a daughter of deceased.

Frederick Henry DORMER b Abt 1865 - Jun 1920

Plot 72C RAPSON Elizabeth May 1859-1938 Entry from Burial Register:- 79 years, -14.11.38 grave 72C Elizabeth May RAPSON Birth 1859 in St George Sydney Australia Did not marry and she died 14 Nov 1938 New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXV, Issue 23195, 15 November 1938, Page 1 RAPSON:-On November 14, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. R. Drinnan. Elizabeth May, second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Rapson, of Kaukapakapa; aged 70 years. Funeral Kaukapakapa Cemetery tomorrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m.

IN LOVING MEMORY ELIZABETH MAY RAPSON DIED 14TH NOVEMBER 1938 AGED 79YEARS

Plot 73 RAPSON G Walter H 1862-1926 Entry from Burial Register:-63 years, -10.2.1926 - grave 73

Walter Rapson 1862-1926

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19247, 9 February 1926, Page 1 RAPSON.—On February 8. 1926. at the Auckland Hospital. George Walter, late of Tirau, beloved husband of Emily Rapson, and eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Rapson, Kaukapakapa. Interment at Kaukapakapa on arrival of 1.30 p.m. train, to-morrow (Wednesday).

IN LOVING MEMORY WALTER BELOVED HUSBAND OF EMILY RAPSON BORN 27TH MAY 1862 DIED 8TH FEBRUARY 1926

George Walter Hallet RAPSON Born 27 May 1862 in Kingston St. George Sydney NSW Australia New Zealand Herald, Volume XXIII, Issue 7645, 24 May 1886, Page 2 A very sad accident occurred the other day to Mr. Rapson's eldest son Walter, a farmer at Kaukapakapa, necessitating the removal of his left eye. A younger son, in the act of driving in a staple, accidentally hit it on the slant, which caused the staple to fly off and to strike his elder brother's eye just below the sight, penetrating the eye and/ lacerating the cornea right across. Mr. Rapson sent his son, who was suffering agonies of pain, to town to Dr. Wilkins' for treatment, who found the eye so seriously damaged, and all sight lost, that he advised its immediate removal, in order to prevent any disease extending to his other sound eye. The operation was speedily effected under chloroform.

In 1890 NZ Electoral Roll for Waitemata he is a resident of Kaukapakapa farming. He is also listed in the Waikato Roll Thames District as a teacher resident at Whangapoua. by 1896 he is at Kariotahi, Waiuku, residential as a teacher. and in 1900 on the Bay of Islands Roll as a Teacher resident at Opua.

Here in 1901 he married Emily Mary Morris daughter of Antonio Morris 1847-1899 and Jane Lindley Morris nee Goulton 1850-1926.

Emily was born at Whangaroa Northland 11 Jun 1881 and died in Auckland Apr 1971 She and Walter had 6 children 1. Emily Marion Rapson 1902 - 1992 2. Samuel Morris Rapson 1904-1978 3. Ellen Jane Mavis Rapson 1905- 1977 4. Clementine Ruth Rapson 1909-2002 5. Alan Morris Rapson 1912 - 2001 6. Harold John Rapson 1914-1991

Plot 74 RAPSON Emily Mary nee Morris 1881-1971

IN LOVING MEMORY EMILY MARY RAPSON JUNE 1881 - APRIL 1971

Emily Mary RAPSON nee Morris 1881-1971 Emily Mary Morris daughter of Antonio Morris 1847-1899 and Jane Lindley Morris nee Goulton 18501926.was born at Whangaroa Northland 11 Jun 1881 and died in Auckland Apr 1971 She married Walter Rapson in Opua in 1901 She and Walter had 6 children 7. Emily Marion Rapson 1902 - 1992 8. Samuel Morris Rapson 1904-1978 9. Ellen Jane Mavis Rapson 1905- 1977 10. Clementine Ruth Rapson 1909-2002 11. Alan Morris Rapson 1912 - 2001 12. Harold John Rapson 1914-1991

Emily Mary RAPSON nee Morris 1881-1971

Plot 75 SOMERVILLE Norman Campbell 1916-1927 Entry from Burial Register:- 11 years, -10.8.1927 - grave 75 New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIV, Issue 19710, 9 August 1927, Page 1 SOMERVILLE:--On August 8. 1927. at the Auckland Hospital, Norman Campbell, dearly-beloved youngest son of Robert and Hannah Somerville. of Kaukapakapa; aged 11½ years. Funeral will leave Kaukapakapa Railway Station on the arrival of the 8.40 express from Auckland to-morrow (Wednesday).

Auckland Star, Volume LIX, Issue 186, 8 August 1928, Page 1 SOMERVILLE.—In sad but ever-loving Memory of our darling little Norman, who departed this life August 8, 1927. We miss the smile of one we loved, And did our best to save. Much loved in life, the same in death.

Remembered in the grave. —Deeply regretted by his father, mother, sisters and brothers, Kaukapakapa.

SOMERVILLE.—In fond remembrance of our dear little brother, Norman, who died August -8, 1927. As we loved him, so we miss him, In our memory he is dear. Thoughts of him will always Bring many a silent tear. — inserted by his sister and brother-in law, Mary and Tom. New Zealand Herald, Volume LXV, Issue 20019, 8 August 1928, Page 1 SOMERVILLE.—In loving memory of dear little Norman, who passed away August 8, 1927. A tender chord of memory Is softly touched to-day. —inserted by brother, sister-in-law and little nephews.

Auckland Star, Volume lx, Issue 186, 8 August 1929, Page 1 SOMERVILLE—In fond remembrance of our dear son and brother, Norman, who died August S, 1927. For many years our family chain Was closely linked together; But,-Ah that chain is broken now, One link has gone forever. Deeply regretted by his parents, sisters and brothers,- Kaukapakapa.

SOMERVILLE.—In fond remembrance of our dear little brother, Norman, who died August S, 1927. Away -iii the beautiful somewhere, Where we hope to meet him again. Inserted by his sister and brother-in law, Mary and Tom, and Palmer, Leslie and Bobbie.

Born 22 Nov 1915 in Eltham, Taranaki, NZ. He died in Auckland Hospital 8 Aug 1927 Son of Robert (Plot 77 ) and Hannah (Plot 76)

IN LOVING MEMORY OF ROBERT HUSBAND OF HANNAH SOMERVILLE DIED 10TH JANUARY 1933 AGED 64 YEARS ALO HIS WIFE HANNAH DIED 19TH MARCH 1950 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO THEIR SON NORMAN CAMPBELL DIED 8TH AUGUST 1927 AGED 11½ YEARS

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