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- ↑ Wilson, James Oakley (1985) [First ed. published 1913]. New Zealand Parliamentary Record, 1840–1984 (4th ed.). Wellington: V.R. Ward, Govt. Printer. p. 179. OCLC 154283103.
- ↑ "Marlborough". Wellington Independent. 9 June 1868.
- ↑ "Untitled". Nelson Evening Mail. 15 June 1868.
- ↑ "Latest News From Nelson". Evening Post. 18 June 1868.
- ↑ "Local and General News". Marlborough Express. 20 June 1868.
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