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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]

Cameron, Robert

Cameron, Robert, Sheepfarmer, “Snowden,” Mauriceville. One of the owners of the “Snowden” estate of 1800 acres at Mauriceville, Mr. Cameron has a flock of 4000 Lincoln sheep and about 200 head of cattle. The property, which has been in the occupation of Messrs. Cameron Bros, for eight years, is in fine order and has ample buildings. Mr. Robert Cameron was born at Pahana in 1856, and was educated in the Colony. After gaining experience of farm life, he spent several years as a station manager before acquiring his interest in Mauriceville. In all local affairs Mr. Cameron takes a keen interest, being a member of the Wairarapa Agricultural and Pastoral Society, and a member and director of the Caledonian Society. Mr. Cameron married the daughter of Mrs. Clark, of Auckland, and has one daughter.