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

Russell, William

Russell, William , Farmer. “Riversdale,” Ardgowan. Mr. Russell was born in County Antrim, Ireland, in January, 1846, and was brought up on his father's farm. He went to America in 1870, six years later visited his native island, and shortly afterwards sailed for Lyttelton in the ship “City of Dunedin.” On his arrival Mr. Russell found employment in the Cust district, and remained there for nine years. He then removed to North Otago, and farmed at Goodwood, Palmerston, and Waikouaiti, successively, till 1896, when he acquired his present property. “Riversdale” is part of the original Ardgowan estate, and consists of seventy-three acres, held under the perpetual lease system. Mr. Russell has served on the Flag Swamp and Weston school committees. He was married, in 1879, to a daughter of the late Mr. James Taggart, of County Tyrone, Ireland, and has five daughters and three sons.

Mahan and Muir, photo. Mr. and Mrs W. Russell.

Mahan and Muir, photo.
Mr. and Mrs W. Russell.