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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

Societies

Societies.

The Otago Agricultural And Pastoral Society was established in the year 1878. and the first show under its auspices was held in Forbury Park in the following year, and yearly thereafter up to and inclusive of 1882. In 1883 the society's president, Mr. John Roberts, obtained from the Government a grant of twenty acres near Musselburgh, where the reserve, now known as Tahuna Park, has been converted from sandhills to nil excellent show ground, on which £6000 has been expended in buildings and grand stands, in levelling the sandhills, and reclaiming and improving the grounds. The surface is now covered with an excellent sward of grass and clover, and the marram grass planted on the sandhills adjoining having taken good root, protects the grounds from the inconvenience caused by the drifting sand. The society in its earlier history had a very uphill fight, but fortunately a faithful band of workers, ever ready either to afford pecuniary assistance or wise counsel, put their shoulders to the wheel. In this connection, it would not be invidious to mention the names of Messrs Thomas Brydone, John Roberts, W. Cunningham Smith, and R. Charters, who, with others, have been conspicuous for the fidelity with which they have stood by the society since its inception. During 1897, the area of Tahuna Park was increased by six acres leased from the Domain Board; new sheep pens and cattle yards were erected, and extensive additions made to the shed accommodation. In making these improvements, the committee carefully studied the convenience of exhibitors as well as the comfort and safety of the general public. The whole of the stock sheds are placed along one side of the park, and provision is made for accommodating 350 head of cattle and horses under cover; the machinery and judging rings are situated near the center of the park; and the west side is thus left entirely free to the general public. There is a natural terrace, on which a large and commodious grand stand has been erected, with comfortable seating room for 1000 people, who can see the show grounds to advantage. During recent years the society has considerably extended its operations; it is not now merely an organisation to promote and carry out an annual show, but holds field turnip competitions, ram and ewe fairs, and entire horse parades, and has now added an annual winter show of grain. seeds, roots, county exhibits, etc. The winter carnival has exceeded even the most sanguine expectations of the committee, and has greatly increased the society's popularity. The need of a suitable building in which to hold this show, which had completely outgrown the accommodation which the city could provide, stimulated several of the prominent members of the committee to secure the erection of the Agricultural Ball, with its annexed buildings containing offices and stores. Still, despite the great things it has accomplished, it is perhaps not too much to say that the society is even now only on the threshold of its career, and will, if it keeps on its present course, eventually become the chief repository of all agricultural, pastoral and rural interests of the district. The revenue for the year 1903 was about £2850. the three chief items of the receipts being, in subscriptions £700, gate money £1,000 and entry fees £650; this shows that the society is now being well supported in the most important sections of its revenue. The society is fortunate in having connected with it a. number of shrewd business men. Office-bearers for 1903–1904: Honorary Life Governors: Messrs Thomas Brydone and John Roberts. C.M.G. Governors: Messrs William Patrick, Robert Charters, George Gray Russell. Robert Campbell. President: Hon. Thomas Fergus. Vice-President: Mr James Gow, Wingatui, Honorary Treasurer: Mr John Angus, Dunedin. General Committee: Messrs D. Andrew, W. Blackie, J. W. Blair, H. Buckland. W. Burnett, Wm. Charters, H. M. Driver, E. F. Duthie, John Elliot, John O. Gow, James Hazlett, Arthur Johnson, J. Lethbridge, Geo. MacEwan, A. McFarlane, John Nimmo, A. S. Orbell. James Patrick, P. Pattullo, C. S. Reid, T. T. Ritchie, James Ross, James Shiel, James Smith, Wm. Souter, A. C. Stronach, W. H. Taggart, Andrew Todd, John Tough. Honorary Life Members: Messrs Joseph Allan, Jonn Angus, James Duthie, Robert Gawn, William Jaffray. Honorary Veterinary Surgeons: Messrs J. A. Gilruth, M.R.C.V.S. A. Hamilton, M.R.O.V.S., W. D. Snowball, M.R.C.V.S., H. C. Wilkie. F.R.C.V.S. Honorary Biologist: Mr. Thomas Kirk, F.L.S. Analyst: Mr. George M. Thomas, F.L.S. Auditor: Mr. Peter Barr, F.I.A.N.Z. Secretary: Mr. H. V. Fulton.

Mr. James Gow , Vice-President of the Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Society for the year 1903–4, joined that body on its establishment, and has ever since shown a keen interest in its growth and development. He has rendered valuable service to the society as a member of the Executive Committee and as a judge at the annual shows, at which he has for many years been a successful exhibitor. Mr. Gow was born in the Taieri county in 1856, and is a son of the late Mr. Gow, who began to farm at the Taieri in 1852. He was educated at the local district school, and the Otago Boys' High School, and afterwards returned to take up farming in his native place. Mr. Gow's estate, “Invermay,” which is picturesquely situated at Wingatui, about nine miles from Dunedin, comprises 1300 acres, on which he conducts mixed farming. Mr. Gow is a steward of the Dunedin Jockey Club, and was for three years a member of the Taieri County Council. He was married, in 1883.
Wrigglesworth and Binns, photo.Mr. J. Gow.

Wrigglesworth and Binns, photo.
Mr. J. Gow.

to Miss Shaw, of North Taieri, and has two sons and two daughters.

Mr. Herbert Valpy Fulton , Secretary of the Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Society, has for many years been one of the most enthusiastic and useful members of that important institution. He joined the society in 1890, six years later became a member of the Executive Committee, and during the year 1900—which was made memorable by the visit of their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York—he occupied the position of president. Mr. Fulton was born at West Taieri, Otago, in December, 1860, and is the third son of the late Hon. James Fulton. M.L.C., of “Ravenscliffe.” He was educated by private tutors, at West Taieri public school, and at the Otago Boys' High School, and afterwards spent several years as a bank officer in various parts of New Zealand, chiefly in the service of the Bank of New Zealand. After resigning his post in that institution, he turned his attention to pastoral pursuits at “Ravenscliffe,” and he did not return to active commercial life till 1901, when he was appointed to his present position. Mr. Fulton is secretary of the Waipori Falls Electric Power Company, and is also a Fellow of the Royal Colonial Institute.

Mr. William Patrick , formerly President of the Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association and one of the promoters of the Agricultural Hall, was born in Stirlingshire. Scotland, in 1839. He was educated at Kilsyth and brought up to agricultural and pastoral pursuits. In 1862 he arrived at Port Chalmers by the ship “Lady Egidia,” and for some time was engaged page 210 In driving to the goldfields. Mr. Patrick was subsequently farming in the Tokomairiro district, and afterwards on the New Zealand and Australian Land Company's estate. Commencing business as a butcher in Dun edin in 1870, he continued to conduct a large and successful trade till 1901, when he retired. In 1880, he leased 414 acres of good land at Outram, West Taieri, on which he carries on mixed farming, and with which he gained in 1897 the model farm prize. Mr. Patrick has been on the committee of the Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Association for over twenty years, and has filled the office of its president. He was married in 1868 to a daughter of Mr. William Simpson, of Otago, and formerly of Aberdeen, and has three sons and four daughters.

Mr. W. Patbick.

Mr. W. Patbick.

The Otago Peninsula Agricultural And Pastoral Society was instituted in 1876 by the farmers on the Otago Peninsula. The main object of its establishment was to encourage the breeding of a higher class of stock, and thereby to improve the sheep, cattle and horses kept in the district. From the first the society has had the most cordial support of the farmers, and at the present time (1904) has a membership of about seventy. The show ground, which is the property of the society, is at Portobello, about half a mile from the village wharf. It is five acres in extent, is prettily situated on the hillside, and has undergone considerable improvements. The twenty-sixth annual show was held in December, 1903, and was a marked success. The exhibits were varied and numerous, and many of them would have done credit to the metropolitan exhibition itself. The annual meeting for the election of officers is held usually late in the winter, and several other business meetings are also held during the year. The officers for the year 1903–4 are: President, Mr. D. D. Seaton; Vice-Presidents, Messrs J. McTainsh and D. Young; Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. S. Hinkley. There is also a managing committee of fourteen members, a ground committee of six members, and over forty stewards.

Mr. David Dunn Seaton , President of the Otago Peninsula Agricultural and Pastoral Society for the year 1903–4, has been for many years an energetic and valuable member of that body, and during 1901 and 1902 was a vice-president of the society, Mr. Seaton was born at Portobello, in 1861, and is the fifth son of the late Mr. James Seaton, M.H.R., who sat in Parliament for Caversham from 1876 to 1879, and was elected in 1881 for the Peninsula, but was killed in a buggy accident about twelve months later. Mr. D. D. Seaton was educated at the Portobello public school, and since boyhood has spent most of his days amongst horses, chiefly as a coach driver. For about five years he was employed in the Auckland district, and late in the eighties he returned to his native place to take charge of the Royal mail coach between Portobello and Dunedin. A few years later he purchased the service, which he has since continued. Mr. Seaton is a Noble Grand in the local Lodge of Oddfellows, and also Worshipful Master of Lodge Peninsula Kilwinning, 696, Scottish Constitution. He has served in various public capacities.

Wriggtesourth and Binns, photo. Mr. D. D. Sseaton.

Wriggtesourth and Binns, photo. Mr. D. D. Sseaton.

The Caledonian Society Of Otago , which was established in 1862, and was incorporated under an Act of the Provincial Council of Otago in 1874, is a strong and progressive institution. Officers: Mr. D. A. McNicoll (president); Messrs R. MacKenzie and R. Chisholm (vice-presidents); Mr. C. F. Greenslade (treasurer); and Mr. W. Reid (secretary). The society possesses a fine sports ground and cycling track near Kensington, twelve and a half acres in extent, on which large sums of money have been spent from time to time. The annual sports take place on the 1st and 2nd of January, and are a great success, valuable prizes amounting to a considerable sum being given to the successful competitors. On the cycle track — one of the best in the Colony — a number of cycling contests take place, and these are equally as successful as the annual gathering. The gross income of the society exceeds £1500 per annum, and Includes about £600 in rents and over £700 from gate money and special prizes. The patron's list contains the names of several of the former governors of New Zealand. A number of prominent local clubs, who have leased portions of the society's grounds for many years past, hold their meetings and matches periodically on the property.

Mr. Charles Frederick Greenslade , Honorary Treasurer of the Caledonian Society, of which he has more than once been president, has long been known in Otago as one of the founders and proprietors of the large brewery trading under the style of J. Speight and Co., Ltd. Mr. Greenslade was born in Thorverton, Devon, England, In 1843, and was educated partly in his native place and partly in Crediton. He was brought up as a maltster and brewer, and embarked for New Zealand at the age of twenty, by the ship “Edward Thornhill,” which arrived at the Bluff in January, 1864. After about eighteen months, during which he was engaged in the carrying trade as a driver, Mr. Greenslade came to Dunedin, finding employment at various breweries, including those of Messrs. Willson and Birch and Mr. M. Joel, until 1876, when he joined the late Mr. J. Speight and Mr. W. Dawson in the large and successful business in which he is still engaged. Mr. page 211 Greenslade has taken a keen interest in the Caledonian society, and generally in the recreation and amusement of the public for many years; for eight years in succession, he was president of the Caledonian bowling club, and has held many offices at various times in similar institutions. Mr. Greenslade was married in 1868 to a daughter of the late Mr. William Mason, formerly of Greenwich, and has five daughters and one son.

The Otago Acclimatisation Society was established in 1864 to promote the introduction, acclimatisation, domestication, and sale of all innoxious animals, birds, fishes, insects, trees, and vegetables, whether useful or ornamental; the perfection, propagation, hybridisation of races newly introduced or already domesticated, the spread of indigenous animals, etc., from parts of the colony where they are known to other parts; the importation of animals, etc., from Great Britain, British colonies, and foreign countries; the transmission of animals, etc., from the colony to England and foreign parts, in exchange for others; and all purposes of a similar character such as would be calculated to promote these objects. Along the lines of its objects the society has done a large amount of valuable work, and has been particularly successful in the acclimatisation and propagation of deer and trout. Both red and fallow deer have been imported into the colony by the society; the former as early as the sixties, and these have increased rapidly. To the importation and propagation of trout the society annually devoted a large sum. It possesses two hatcheries, one situated at Opoho, near Dunedin, and the other at Clinton, and both are conducted on the latest approved methods. During the year 1903 there were distributed from these hatcheries 378,509 brown trout, 117,500 Loch Leven trout, 61,000 Scotch burn trout, 14,000 American brook trout, and 10.287 yearlings. The society has also helped to popularise angling. During the year 1904 eight huts, costing £250, were erected in the more isolated fishing districts for the use of licensed anglers. On the shore of Lake Onslow a shed has been erected, and a boat provided, for the purpose of facilitating the sport on the lake. The society derives the whole of its revenue from sporting licenses. In 1903 the following licenses were issued: Fishing, men's whole season, 526; half yearly, 137; boys', 130; ladies', 41; perch, 101; deer shooting, 63; imported game, 14. The Otago Acclimatisation Society is governed by a council of eighteen members, including the chairman, two vice-chairmen, the treasurer, and the secretary, three of whom retire annually. This council meets monthly and has the sole direction of the affairs of the society, and an annual meeting of members is held for the election of officers. The chairman for 1904 is Mr. A. C. Begg, and the secretary, Mr. D. Russell.

Mr. Frank Deans , Manager of the Otago Acclimatisation Society's Hatchery at Opoho, joined the society, as assistant to the late Mr. G. P. Clifford, in 1889, and in the following year succeeded to his present post. Mr. Deans was born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, in 1841, and was educated at the county school in his native place. He after wards turned his attention to farm work, and in 1862 sailed for New Zealand with the intention of engaging in agriculture. On his arrival, however, he followed the gold rush to Picton and again to the Dunstan and Picton, but met with little success as a miner. He was then employed, off and on, at general work till 1869, when he entered the service of the Otago Acclimatisation Society. Mr. Deans has been a Forester for over thirty years, and is a member of Lodge Pride of Dunedin.

The Otago Anglers' Association was founded in September, 1881, and is one of the oldest societies of its kind in New Zealand. Messrs Robert Chisholm, P. F. Stoddart and the late George Munro—three enthusiastic anglers—were amongst the promoters of the association, by means of which they hoped to improve the conditions of the sport. The association has certainly promoted good-fellowship amongst anglers, and has helped in the suppression of poaching and other injurious practices, which anglers, as individual sportsmen, were powerless to check. The membership of the association is now about seventy, and is steadily increasing; the annual subscription per member is five shillings; and the balance-sheet for 1903 disclosed a credit of £20. Fishing is carried on largely in the Shag and Waipahi rivers, as well as in many other streams; several competitions are held annually, and valuable trophies are offered for the best basket. During the winter months a smoke concert is held, and always proves popular amongst members. The annual meeting for the election of officers is held in September, and other meetings for business purposes when occasion requires. The officers for the year 1903–4 are: President, Mr. Robert Chisholm; Secretary, Mr. A. E. Jenkins; Treasurer, Mr. P. Aitken, There are also six vice-presidents, and a committee of ten.

Mr. Alfred Ernest Jenkins , who was elected Secretary of the Otago Anglers' Association in 1894, is a director of the well-known stationery firm of Messrs Wilkie and Co., of Princes Street, Dunedin. He was born at Hokitika in 1870, brought to Dunedin in early boyhood, educated at the local public schools, and afterwards apprenticed to Messrs Wilkie and Co., with whom he has remained ever since. Mr. Jenkins was formerly a member of various athletic bodies in Dunedin.

The Dunedin Photographic Society was formed in March, 1890, to encourage the study and practice of artistic and scientific photography. New Zealand had at that time two other photographic clubs, and it was thought that one in Dunedin would not only be useful in imparting mutual assistance among photographers in the practice of the art, but would be also a medium of pleasant intercourse and sociability among those who made a hobby of it. Accordingly the matter was taken in hand by Messrs W. Dickson, R. A. Ewing, W. W. Wyper, W. Livingston and a few others, and steps were taken to found a society. At the preliminary meeting Mr. W. Livingston was voted to the chair, and it was resolved to form a society which should be purely amateur. The chairman stated that he thought the holding of exhibitions should be one of the main objects of the society, and that they should hold one as soon as a sufficient number of members had joined. After wards they might invite exhibits from all the societies in the colony, and all the societies should have all the exhibits in turn. Mr. W. Livingston was elected the first president, and Mr. R. A. Ewing secretary. The first exhibition, though poor when contrasted with its successors, was at the same time very creditable, considering the few persons who then made a hobby of photography. As years have come and gone more societies have been formed, and colonial and intercolonial exhibitions having grown more popular, have done much to improve the art, artistically and technically. As the membership increased it was thought advisable to have a local habitation where all conveniences for the practice of photography might be found. Accordingly a room, to which a studio and dark room were attached, was rented, but found unsuitable, and the premises where the society is now domiciled were secured later on. The society has a large room for meetings, reading, and even small lantern shows, an excellent dark room fitted with sinks and a copious supply of water, lockers for the use of members, arrangements for lighting either by gas or daylight, and an enlarging room; also a lantern and screen for slides, a set of flashlight lamps and stand, and a library. In fact, all that is needed for photographic work is on the premises. Meetings are held once a month, and a demonstration on some photographic subject is given. In June, 1903, the committee introduced a novelty in the form of a circulating album, which, although new to New Zealand societies, had been in successful operation for some years in Tasmania. It created considerable interest and friendly rivalry amongst the members, developed their critical powers, and generally improved the standard of members' work. The innovation met with a considerable amount of success. Competent members contributed prints, and helped, by their criticisms, those members of the society who were not so far advanced as themselves in the art of picture making. Mr. R. Chisholm is at present (February, 1904) president of the society, and Mr. J. Skottowe Webb, honorary secretary and treasurer. The society meets on the second Thursday in each month at its rooms in Liverpool Street.

Mr. J. Skottowe Webb , Honorary Secretary and Treasurer of the Dunedin Photographic Society, was born in Dunedin, and educated at the Otago Boys' High School. For several years he was engaged in the civil engineering department in connection with the construction of the Otago and Southland railways. Since 1883 Mr. Webb has been connected with the Dunedin branch of the National Fire and Marine Insurance Company. Mr. Webb is an enthusiastic photographer, and has acted as secretary of the Dunedin Photographic Society since page 212 1896, and has rendered good service in that capacity. Owing to his zeal and activity, the members take a greater interest in the Society's objects than ever before. He is well known as one who has the advancement of photographic art at heart, and devotes a good part of his free time to it. As a photographic worker he does not belong to the “old guard” of wet plate workers; but he, nevertheless, is second to none with regard to enthusiasm for photographic science-art, and, as secretary of one of the oldest and most influential New Zealand societies, he has plenty of opportunity of proving this in his many duties. Mr. Webb has organised and carried through successfully several Intercolonial Exhibitions of Photography, at which he has been a large exhibitor. His pictures have been favourably commented upon, and he has secured a first award in the local competition for yachting subjects.

Mr. J. S. Webb.

Mr. J. S. Webb.

The Dunedin Burns' Club was founded in 1891; the moving spirit being Mr. A. J. Burns, a grand-nephew of the poet. The object of the club is to perpetuate the memory of Robert Burns, and to instil and keep alive, in the rising generation, a liking for Scottish literature and song.

The Dunedin Orphans' Musical Club was formed in 1898 for the purpose of encouraging vocal and instrumental music, elocution, and other forms of refined entertainment, conducive to sociability. The club has from the first been popular, and at present has over fifty members. Meetings are held fortnightly, from April to October, for the mutual improvement of the members; outsiders being admitted only by private invitation. The place to meeting is the Club House, Moray Place, where the members have the use of a large social hall, provided with a stage, piano and other conveniences. Officers for the year 1903: President, Mr. Edward Withers; Secretary, Mr. W. H. Irvine. There are also three vice-presidents. and a committee of five elected annually. A condition of membership is that every member must contribute to the entertainment of his fellow members.

Mr. Edward Withers , President of the Dunedin Orphans' Musical Club, was born in Wellington, in 1850. He is a son of the late Major Edward Withers, of the 65th Regiment—which served throughout the Maori war—and was educated at private schools in Wellington and Napier, and at the Auckland College and Grammar School. Shortly after leaving school, he joined the Napier Yeomanry Cavalry, which relieved Poverty Bay and Mohaka after the massacres in these districts. Mr. Withers commenced commercial life about 1866, when he joined the Bank of New Zealand at Napier. A few years later he was removed to the branch bank at Blenheim, and while there he joined the service of the National Bank. Later on, when at Napier in the service of that bank, he resigned to take up a post in the Colonial Bank, in the service on which he remained for many years. During that time he held several important positions, was manager, successively, of the Wanganui, Napier, and Timaru branches, and also held responsible posts in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin. In 1894 he resigned to take up an important appointment with Messrs Findlay and Co., Limited, timber merchants. Two years later, however, he re-entered the service of the Bank of New Zealand, and was sent to Adelaide as secretary of the Globe Timber Mills. Later on he severed his connection with the bank, and after holding several responsible commercial posts, each for a brief period, he was appointed, in October, 1897, to his present position as manager of the Victoria Brewery, Mr. Withers is married, and has a family of three daughters.

Wrigglesworth and Binns, photo.M R. E. Withers.

Wrigglesworth and Binns, photo.
M R. E. Withers.

Mr. William Hamilton Irvine , Secretary to the Dunedin Orphans' Musical Club, was born in Airdale, Scotland, in 1872, and arrived in New Zealand in early childhood. Mr. Irvine was educated at the Southland High School, Invercargill, and was afterwards engaged, for several years, as an accountant in commercial houses in Dunedin. In 1898 he entered into partnership with Mr. Carter to form the firm of Messrs Irvine and Carter, sharebrokers, accountants and commission agents. Three years later Mr. Carter retired from the firm, and since then Mr. Irvine has conducted the business on his own account.

Dunedin Horticultural Society . The objects of this society, which is affiliated with the Royal Horticultural Society, England, are the improvement and development of horticulture in all its branches. President. Mr. G. M. Burlinson, F.R.H.S.; Vice-Presidents, Messrs H. Clarke, James Mollison and John Daggar; Treasurer, Mr. C. Bayley; Secretary, Mr. David Larnach.

The Dunedin Chrysanthemum Club was founded in May, 1898. by Mr. H. Adam, for the purpose of promoting the cultivation of chrysanthemums by the following means: (1) By holding periodical meetings of members for discussions, readings, etc. concerning the subject. (2) By facilitating the acquisition by members of new varieties of the flower. (3) By awarding certificates; by holding exhibitions; and by such other means as the committee may from time to time adopt. The membership of the club is now (1904) 259. Officers for the year 1903–4: President, Mr J. Sinclair Thompson; Secretary, Mr. H. Adam. There are also three vice-presidents, and a committee of six members.

The Young Men's Christian Association , Dunedin, was founded in 1901, as a result of the visit of the Rev. Mr. Oatts, of Glasgow, and has now a membership of 150. The objects of the association are the spiritual, intellectual, and social improvement of young men. The club's large and comfortably fitted rooms at 23 Moray Place West are open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Officers: President, Mr. G. M. Thomson; Honorary Treasurer. Mr. A. J. C. Brown; Honorary Secretary, Mr. D. Leslie.

The Otago Ex-Contingents' Club was formed in June, 1903, its founder being Mr. J. A. Park. Messrs R. Glendining, Kempthorne, Denniston C. R. Smith, R. Chisholm, Thomas Scott, James Hazlett. J F. M. Fraser, Captain Macindoe, Captain Price, Major Stronach, Captain Morris, Captain Freeman, Mr. A. R. Faulkner and others are honorary life members. The club's founder wished to bring about such an organisation of returned troopers as would give them some interest in common, and thereby serve to keep them together; to so organise them as a distinct body as to enable them to arrange meetings among themselves for the purpose of social enjoyment; and to form a body through the medium of which assistance could be given to members in page 213 distress. In October, 1903, a ball was held in the Garrison Hall to celebrate the establishment of the club, and since then several enjoyable social function a have taken place. The members number about eighty, and are scattered in all parts of the province. Officers for the year 1904: President, SurgeonCaptain O'Neill; Vice-Presidents, Messrs J. M. Nicholson, E. J. Haydon and H. D. Jackson; Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. F. G. Williams.

Mr. Frank Gifford Williams , Secretary and Treasurer to the Otago Ex-Contingenters' Club, is a son of Mr. Peter Williams, auctioneer for the New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency, at Oamaru, and was born at the “Punchbowl,” Maheno, in December, 1878. He was educated at the Oamaru and Ashburton public schools, and in 1896 removed to Dunedin, where he was engaged successively in the firms of Messrs Wilcox and Co., W. E. Reynolds and Co., and Lintott and Co. Before the outbreak of the Boer war Mr. Williams had served seven years as a volunteer, and in the B. Battery, R.F.A., he joined the Ninth Contingent as Sergeant-Major in charge of a squadron. Five months after his return, in August, 1902, he entered the service of the Dunedin Drainage and Sewerage Board, and is still on its staff. Mr. Williams is a member of the Dunedin Amateur Swimming Club, and has also belonged to other local athletic bodies.

Wrigglesworth and Binns, photo. Mr. F. G. Williams.

Wrigglesworth and Binns, photo.
Mr. F. G. Williams.

Dunedin, From The Glen Road.

Dunedin, From The Glen Road.