Title: The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]

Author: Cyclopedia Company Limited

Publication details: The Cyclopedia Company, Limited, 1897, Wellington

Part of: The Cyclopedia of New Zealand

License: Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 New Zealand Licence

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Callingham, Thos. Robert, Farmer, Halcombe. Mr. Callingham is the owner of a compact little property on the Halcombe Road, and has resided in the district for the past fifteen years. Mr. Callingham was born in Sussex in 1858, and received his education in his native country. In 1871 he decided to come out to New Zealand, and upon his arrival in the Colony page 1269 started acquiring the necessary experience to fit him for becoming the owner of land. As a member of the school committee Mr. Callingham has for a number of years done good service to his district. For many years he was an active member of the lodge of Rechabitas. Mr. Callingham is married to a daughter of the late Mr. Thorns, for many years county engineer in Rangitikei, and has two sons and one daughter. Mr. Callingham takes great interest in all local affaire, and is ever willing to give his services.