The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]
Mr. Thomas Garner
Mr. Thomas Garner, Manager of Messrs. Hatrick and Co.'s Raetihi business, was born in Wanganui in 1865. On leaving school he became assistant to Mr. O. G. A. Harvey, remaining with that gentleman twelve years. He subsequently moved to Pipiriki, where for two years he managed Messrs. Hatrick and Co.'s store, being appointed to his present position in 1895. Mr. Garner has always taken a lively interest in the Volunteer movement, serving in one of the Wanganui corps for three years, during which time he gained several prizes in shooting. He is a member of the Raetihi Athletic Sports and School committees. In 1888 Mr. Garner married Miss Bullock, and has three daughters.