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Date: 2005

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-16

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Roger James Cotton; land documents; history of family and property (including `Cotton family' from printed publication (p524)); photographs The original owner of the land in Waipori District (formerly Tuapeka County) was Thomas Dickson who was granted 15 acres by the Crown in 1872. He died in 1873 and the land passed to his widow Margaret (nee Atkinson) who remarried Robert Cotton in 1875. The land was transferred to Robert Cotton in 1891. At the time of the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award in 2005 the farm was owned jointly by brothers Roger James and Stuart William Cotton (great-grandsons of Robert Cotton). Accompanying material - Email from Roger Cotton to Alexander Turnbull Library, 2006, clarifying details recorded on the award application Quantity: 1 folder(s) 30 pages. Physical Description: Mss, typescript, printed matter, photographs (some photocopies) 16 photographs - Portrait of Robert Cotton; family graves at Waipori Cemetery; O.P.Q. Canton stamping battery waterwheel at Waipori; plaque to honour the settlement of Waipori and the goldfields (1862-1924); views of the Cotton property (located 11 km from Lawrence)

Date: Jan 1896

By: Graham, William Australia, 1841-1916

Reference: MS-Papers-4983

Description: Northern district Supreme Court Charging Order between William Australia Graham and others and Nukuhia Tatana and others, dated Jan 1896. The order states that if the Maori owners of the Maukoro Number 1 and 2 blocks sell they have to pay survey costs out of any money they receive. Source of title - Supplied title Quantity: 1 folder(s). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Typescript (carbon copy) Provenance: Donor's husband is descendant of Graham.

Date: 2005

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

By: Pirie, David James, active 1982-2005

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-45

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by David James Pirie; one page extract from `100 years at Morton Mains'; certificates of title; photographs of William Pirie taken about 1920 and in 1942; letter from James Pirie of Invercargill. Original owner of the property was William Pirie who acquired 232 acres in 1900. In 1914 a further 212 acres were purchased from Colin Gerrard. In 2005 the land was farmed by his son James and grandson, David Pirie and was awarded the NZ Century Farm & Station award to mark 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescript, photograph

Date: 2006

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-64

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Neil James Roy; history of farm ownership and family; photographs of the farm and family; certificates of title and maps Original owner of the farm at Moonlight was John Roy who purchased 201 acres in 1883. In 2007 the property was owned by his great-grandsons, Neil James Roy and Bruce Robert Roy. In 2006 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts, photographs, maps (some photocopies)

Date: 2008

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-9389-30

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Robyn Vicki Lawrence on behalf of her brother Murray Tapper; History of the Tappers of Okauia compiled by Vicki Lawrence, 2009; Early history of Okauia, compiled by Mrs H Baxindine Snr, Mrs Annie Marsh, George Harrison, jack jones, Arthur Garland, Mar 1982 Original owner was Caleb Robinson Tapper who leased the land in 1908. It was acquired by Jack Victor Tapper in 1919. In 2008 it was owned by his grandson Murray Wayne Tapper and wife Gillian. In June 2008 the Tapper farm was sold to Murray & Nikki Hawkings ending over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. In April 2008 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 box(es) Hollinger (2 items). Physical Description: Mss, typescript, printed matter, photographs (some photocopies)

Date: 1982

From: Wellington Regional Council : Marie Sang map collection

Reference: MapColl-WRC-C24/13-Acc.

Description: Identifies by number ownership. Reference key to owners names given. Park boundary added later date Quantity: 1 map(s) [with annotations] + transparency. Physical Description: Coloured ink on cream paper. Scale [ca 1: 20 000] 83 x 59 cm.

Date: 1881

By: Te Puni, Henare, active 1840-1881

Reference: MSI-Papers-1495

Description: Deeds between Henare Te Puni and Archibald Stuart for leases of land bordering Korokoro Stream, Petone Quantity: 1 folder(s) (4 pieces). 0.01 Linear Metres.

Date: 2006

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-58

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by John Williams; history of the Williams family of `Charlcombe', Lyalldale, South Canterbury; photographs of the farm and family; certificates of title and maps. Original owner of the farm was Arthur Cuthbert Williams who purchased 584 acres in 1901. In 2007 the property was owned by his great-grandson, J C L Williams. In 2006 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. See also addendum dated 2011-2014, MS-Papers-12040. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts, photographs (some photocopies)

Date: 2006

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-66

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Paul Keith Jarman; history of the Jarman family (written by James Gough Jarman b 1828) and the history of the farm ownership; `James Gough, founder of Nesslea 1865' (written by C J Jarman for the 1965 centennial of Nesslea); paper read before the Courtenay Agricultural & Pastoral Association by James Gough; land titles; photographs. Original owner was James Gough who purchased 128 hectares (known as Nesslea) in 1864. In 2007 the 'Essendon' portion of the estate was owned by his great-greatgrandson Paul Keith Jarman and his wife Ann. In 2006 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts, printed matter, photographs (some photocopies) Transfers: Accompanying digital files are described at MSDL-1469.

Date: 1941

From: Gear Meat Company Ltd :Maps

By: Gear Meat Company Ltd; Seaton, Sladden & Pavitt (Firm)

Reference: MapColl-832.4796gbbd/1941/Acc.37842

Description: Cadastral survey map of the subdivision of part 7 of Section 3, Lots 1, 2 and 3, on Jackson Street, Petone, that border the Gear Meat Company and GN Raymond NZ Ltd. Shows acreage. Other Titles - Plan of subdivision Part subdivision 7, of Section 3, Hutt District Shows mark of Gear Meat Company seal. Written on map: '12366'. Across Jackson Street, Native Land NL 2086 is indicated. Received by Land Transfer Office. Inscriptions: Signed by Chief surveyor, Mayor and Town Clerk, District Land Engineer, and directors and secretary of the Gear Meat Company, and a registered surveyor. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photographic copy, scale indeterminable, 40.3 x 39 cm. Transfers: From Manuscripts & Archives - Gear Meat Company Ltd. Further records - 81-295.

Date: 2005

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-43

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Clive and Norma Paterson; family history entitled `Paterson .. a journey through the past' compiled by Clive & Anne Paterson, Dec 1997; certificates of title and valuations. Original owner of Dalmore were James Gilchrist Paterson and his half brother Joseph Todd who acquired 302 acres in 1898. Todd sold his half share to Paterson in 1902. In 2005 the property at Scotts Gap, 11 kilometres from Otautau, was owned by the Clive and his wife Norma Anne Paterson & was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Clive is the grandson of James Paterson. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, printed matter (bound)

Date: 2008

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-9389-27

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Ian Morrison McMillan; Letter from Dorothy McKenzie (sister of Ian); history of Reay farm compiled by Dorothy McKenzie, Jean Hubbard and Ian McMillan, Apr 2008. See MS-Papers-9389-31 for published summary & photographs. Original owner was John Cormack who acquired 84 acres at Otepopo (Herbert) and named the property Reay farm after his birthplace in Scotland. He married Janet (Jesse) McMillan in 1853. The couple were childless and on his death in 1875 the farm passed to Jesse's nephew John McMillan who died before he was 21 and without a will. The property reverted to his father Angus McMillan who made it over to his younger sons Angus John and William. In 2008 the farm was owned by John's son Ian McMillan and wife Lois (nee Wilcox), the farming being undertaken by Ian's cousins Ross McMillan and son Barrie. In 2008 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Typescript, printed matter, photographs, maps (some photocopies)

Date: 2008

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-9389-07

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Neville Alexander Armstrong; family and farm history, photographs and land documents (arranged by generation); excerpts from diaries 1920-1929. See MS-Papers-9389-31 for published summary & photographs Original owner was Alexander Armstrong who won the ballot on 3727 acres (Cragside) in Poolburn Survey District in 1897. In 2008 the property was owned by his great grandson N A Armstrong. In 2008 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescript, photographs (some photocopies)

Date: 1896

By: Garrett, Samuel Roland, -1919; Stephenson & Turner Ltd

Reference: MapColl-832.4199gbbd/1896/Acc.36734

Description: A base map of Block V, Westmere S.D. has been used to detail the town section 103 to be developed by John T. Williams. The plan for the section includes a cottage, stable and two sheds. The orchard, garden, passage and yard are named, include measurements in feet and inches, and notes about a 'crooked delanidated picket fence' and 'buried in dense growth of trees and shrubs'. The adjacent section No. 102, includes the names W.J. Vowles and J.A.S. McDonald, owner and occupier, while section No. 104 has the names Mrs. M.V. Soulby, owner, and Williams, occupier. The section to the rear has the name Mrs. Ellen Cullinane, owner and occupier. A note written on bottom right of map gives information about survey posts, pegs and no excess claimed for this section. Base map: Block V. Westmere S.D. General Survey department of New Zealand. A further note states: Recieved at the Land Transfer Office, this day ... of ... 18-- Handwritten on top left: I consent to this plan, W.J. Vowles [signature] owner of part Section 102 abutting on Park Place. Witness, W. Treadwell [signature], solicitor, Wanganui. I consent to this plan, James McDonald [signature], owner of other part of section 102. Witness, Griffin Marshall, solicitor, Wanganui. Handwritten on top right: Application 2558. A/643 Handwritten on top right: I consent to and approve of this plan, John T. Williams [signature]. Witness, Griffin Marshall [signature], solicitor, Wanganui. Handwritten bottom right corner: Approved, ... [initials indecipherable] Keogh, assistant surveyor, Napier. Date 10th April 1896 Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, scale [1:317], 43 x 43.4 cm. on sheet 45.4 x 51.6 cm. Provenance: Donated by Stephenson and Turner

Date: 2006

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-8640-77

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by Tony Didsbury; photographs of the families and station; papers relating to the centennial celebrations held in 1977; certificate of title and map. Original owner was Duncan McDougall who purchased the Pirinoa Station from Richard Barton in Jan 1877. In 2006 it was owned by his great-grandson Tony Didsbury and his wife Gaye. In 2006 Pironia Station was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescript, photographs, maps (some photocopies)

Date: 2008

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-9389-29

Description: The papers consist of: Application forms submitted by Neroli McRae (Eilean Donan Farm Trust), 40 Matheson Road, Mokoreta; and G A & L M McRae (218 Matheson Road, Mokoreta); diary of G F McRae (1908); history of McRae family and property at Mokoreta; photographs of farms and McRae brothers flax mill at Mokoreta. See MS-Papers-9389-31 for published summary & photographs. The original family members to acquire the land were the McRae brothers, Duncan, Murdoch and George who leased 2750 acre `Brookdale' from the Otago High Schools Boards. For the first few years they farmed in partnership but after Duncan and wife Ellen bought a farm at Benmore, Murdoch and George then split the property. George farmed 1550 acres. In later years his sons Colin and Ian joined the farming partnership. In 2000 his son Collin formed Brookdale Dairying with his son Neil and daughter-in-law Neroli. Neil died suddenly in 2004 and Neroli and children continue to farm under the Eilean Donan Farm Trust In 2008 the properties were awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescript, photographs (some photocopies)

Date: 2008

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-9389-26

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by John Colin McLean; history of the family and property (including photographs and extensive notes on Black Swamp neighbours) entitled `100 years at Black Swamp 1906-2006'. See MS-Papers-9389-31 for published summary & photographs. The original family members to acquire the land at Black Swamp (Waimea Estate) in 1906 were Duncan McLean (220 acres), David McLean (272 acres) and Alexander McLean (287 acres). In 2008 Duncan's land at Dryridge Road, Balfour) was owned by his grandson John Colin McLean and greatgrandson, John McLean In 2008 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Typescript and photographs (some photocopies)

Date: 1844-1852

By: Williams, Henry, 1792-1867

Reference: MS-2412

Description: Letter from Rev E G Marsh (1845) containing excerpts of correspondence from Williams (1844) re Bishop Selwyn's organization of Waimate Mission station and proposed transfer of college to Auckland; Sampson Kempthorne; John Ballance, CMS Committee, to Lord Straith critical of land claims; Lord Chichester's letter to Williams (1852); four pamphlets concerning land claims, 1845-1851 Source of title - Supplied Quantity: 1 volume(s) (7 pieces). 0.02 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, printed matter (24cm, ½ blue morocco, blue buckram case) Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Purchase, K A Webster estate, London, 1970

Date: 2008

From: New Zealand Century Farm and Station Program :New Zealand Century Farm and Station Award applications

Reference: MS-Papers-9389-25

Description: The papers consist of: Application form submitted by John Douglas Mitchell; history of the Mitchell Farming Company Ltd; land documents, photographs of family and farm; aerial photograph of the property; recipes. See MS-Papers-9389-31 for published summary & photographs. Original owner was John Mitchell, an immigrant from Stirlingshire, Scotland. He and his brother James went to the Owaka distict and bought 56 hectares of land in 1907 where John farmed sheep, a few cows, felled timber and killed rabbits to earn a living. His son William took ownership of the property from his mother Annie when his father was accidentally killed in 1941. In 2008 the property which had increased to over 400 acres was owned by John's grandson John Douglas Mitchell and great-grandsons and under the name Mitchell Farming Company Ltd. In 2008 the property was awarded the New Zealand Century Farm and Station award to mark over 100 years of continuous ownership by one family. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescript, printed matter, photographs (some photocopies)

Date: 1982

From: Wellington Regional Council : Marie Sang map collection

Reference: MapColl-WRC-C24/15-Acc.

Description: Shows public ownership HCC, Eastbourne Reserves, Riddiford Land and private ownership Quantity: 1 map(s) [with annotations]. Physical Description: Coloured ink on cream paper. Scale [ca 1: 25 360] 83 x 59 cm.