Early Wellington
Town Clock
Town Clock.
The “Spectator” of the 24th of February, 1849, announces the advent of the Town Clock thus:—
“We are glad to learn that our fellow Colonist, Mr. Mackay, who has returned in the “Duke of Portland,” has brought with him a large turret clock, with bell for striking the hours, and everything complete.
“It is of Liverpool manufacture. The Rev. R. Cole has opened a subscription list for the purpose of securing it for the benefit of the town. The amount required, we believe, is £50. It is intended to place the clock in the new church at Te Aro.”*
* This clock, which is shown in the picture of St. Peter's Church, is now fixed on the Anglican Church, Washington Avenue, Brooklyn.