The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Councillor Joseph Jenkins
Councillor Joseph Jenkins was elected to a seat on the Arrowtown Borough Council in 1897. He is the second son of Mr. William Jenkins, J.P., and was born at Macetown. Mr. Jenkins was educated at Arrowtown public school, and was afterwards employed in his father's store, also engaging in the business of a butcher. He is a good rifle shot and a cricketer, being also treasurer of the local cricket club.