Alfred Clarke (1851 - 1933)

Born 21 Jul 1851 in 8 South Lambeth New Road, Kennington, Lambeth, Surrey, England

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Died 28 Sep 1933 at age 82 in 56 Pine Street, Auckland, New Zealand

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Biography

Alfred Clarke. Given Name: Alfred. Surname: Clarke. ^[1][2][3][4]

Christening: 14 Sep 1851. St Michael, Stockwell, Surrey, England.

Buried Hillsborough Cemetery, Auckland.

Baptism: Stockwell, Surrey, England. 14 Sep 1851.

Notes

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GRO Reference: 1851 S Quarter in LAMBETH Volume 04 Page 262. 1

Alfred Clark (1853) was born in 1853 in London, England. He married Sarah Elizabeth Barnard, daughter of William Hooper Barnard and Sarah Kemp. The marriage took place in the home of Sarah's sister, Mary Jane Billman (nee Barnard) and her husband David Billman at Arthur Street, Wellington. Mary and David Billman were witnesses for the marriage and the Ceremony was performed by Robert Ward. EKETAHUNA ITEMS. [BY TELEGRArn - OWNCORRESPONDENT.] EKETAHUNA, This . Day. Owing to the wretched weather prevailing during the last few months in the Forty Mile Bush, settlers have been unable to sow rape, and will consequently be heavy losers through inability to fatten lambs. Mr. Alfred Clark, the local Postmaster, has been transferred to Lawrence, Otago, and will be succeeded by Mr. Tregonning, of Ahauru. OUR NEW POSTMASTER. We take the following account of the valedictory social tendered to our new postmaster by the people of Eketahuna from the Eketahuna Express : - Mr Alfred Clark, postmaster at Eketahuna, who bas been transferred to Lawrence, Otago, was, together with Mrs and Miss Clark, entertained by the congregation of the Wesleyan Church on Thursday evening. The inclement weather militated considerably against the attendance, but despite the prevailing elements between 30 and 40 persons attended to pay their generous respect to the departing guests, all of whom had been consistent and conscientious workers of the Church. The proceedings took the form of song, music and games, and served well the purpose for which they were organised - the expressing of regret and extension of good* wishes. During the evening the departing friends were the recipients of tokens of esteem. In making the presentations, the Rev. Worboys - upon whom it devolved owing to the unavoidable absence of Mr Thos. Baylies - said the news of Mr Clark's transference had come as a great shock to him, as it was totally unexpected. The rev. gentleman then referred in eulogistic terms to Mr Clark's many excellent qualities, and stated that he (Mr Clark) had never gauged his services in the cause of God- Mr Clark had always taken a keen and enthusiastic interest in the choir, and members of that body were always cheered by his presence. Apart from the Church, townpeople would also regret Mr Clark's departure, and miss his genial spirit and kindly disposition. He had also taken a live interest in local institutions and matters pretaining to the welfare of the town, and had acted as Secretary for the local School Committee. They could hardly see him depart without presenting him with some memento in recognition of his unstinted labors for the Church and the town. The Rev. Worboys then handed Mr and Mrs Clark a handsome solid silver cake dish, at the time referring to Mrs Clark's endearing disposition, and hoped they would find the present useful and a medium through which they would be reminded of their many friends in Eketahuna, The rev. gentleman also handed Miss Nellie Clark a beautiful bar gold brooch, set with diamonds, in appreciation of her work to the Church and choir. Mr Clark, on behalf of himself, wife and daughter, thanked the people for their kind gifts. His call to leave Eketahatm had not come altogether as a surprise to him, though he had not solicited a shift, A vacancy had been made, and though he much regretted leaving, its filling meant promotion and he could not refuse. He stated that he had fought hard to have the local Post Office classed in the second grade of offices, and had he succeeded in his efforts his permanency would probably have been established. He thought this district had a prosperous career before it and that Eketahuna would develop into an important centre. He much regretted leaving, but when duty called he must obey. Those present then rose and sang " God be with you," after which the Rev. Worboys offered up a prayer. During the evening tasty refreshments were handed round, and the following contributed solos- and duets : - _ Mrs L. Clark, Messos M. Anderson, Worboys, Olsen, and Mr Clark. A recitation was given by Mrs A. Clark. At the conclusion of the gathering the departing guests were wished Godspeed and prosperity by all present. MAIL NOTICE. ~~ Monday, 9th inst., being the King's Birthday, the Lawrence Post Office will be closed. All mailsfor that day will close at 9 a.m. instead of mid-day. There will be a delivery of correspondence on Saturday, 7th inst., from 9.20 p.m. till 9.45 p.m. ALFRED CLARK, Postmaster.

Sources

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