The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Major The Hon. Sir John Larkins Cheese Richardson
Major The Hon. Sir John Larkins Cheese Richardson , who was a member of the Legislative Council from 1867 to 1879, filled the position of Speaker for nearly the whole of that period. He was a Superintendent of the Province of Otago, and is else where referred to in that capacity.