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Sutton, John

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First NameJohnLast NameSuttonDescriptionJohn Sutton was born in Hill Street, Richmond in 1904. His parents were Oliver Sutton and May Constance Sutton, nee Tunnicliffe, from Wai-iti.
His great grandfather was George F. Sutton. His father used to help farm on Muntz's land, where Waimea College is now.
The Sutton family farmed in the area in the 1920's, growing peas and potatoes on the Richmond Hills. The family also owned dairy stud farms, including the Selbourne Stud. In 1932 they bought land 'on the flat' in Richmond and Stoke. Two Pedigree Jersey cows were included as part payment.
John married Miss Benseman during the 1920's Depression.
AuthorD. J. RunnaclesDateJune and August 1984Place of BirthRichmondAge at Death93Family or next of kinOliver and May Constance (nee Tunnicliffe)Cemetery/Buried AtRichmond CemeterySubject/KeywordAgricultureDairy industryFarmsHill StreetInterviewsMuntz familyOral history transcriptsSutton FamilyTraction enginesVegetablesWebby FamilyConditions of UseThis oral history is to be used for your private research, education or study only. If you wish to share or use the material contained in this transcript in any other way, then please contact us first.

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