The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Mr. Ernest Ladbrook
Mr. Ernest Ladbrook , Manager of Mr Murie's Mataura branch, was born in 1882, at Charlton, Mataura. He was educated in his native place, and brought up to a country life, but developed a liking for cycle-engineering, and after a number of years' experience, was appointed to his present position. Mr Ladbrook, who has done a good deal of road and track racing, and has taken many prizes, is a member of the Mataura Cycling Club.