Early New Zealand Photographers

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"Photography has broken out like an epidemic"

Lyttelton Times, 9 May 1857

This notice (above) by F. Noble Campbell & Co, Oxford Street, Lyttelton advertising a folding camera first appeared in the Lyttelton Times "New Advertisements" section on 7 March 1857, page 9. Included with the camera were the other requirements for a new photographer together with two sets of instructions. The notice continued in the Lyttelton Times until 13 May 1857. About six weeks after the notice first appeared Benjamin Woolfield Mountfort advertised that he was prepared to take photographic portraits by the new collodion process at his booksellers and stationers store in Colombo Street, Christchurch. Mountfort therefore appears to be Canterbury's first resident professional photographer. Mountfort's store was located on the west side of Colombo Street between Armagh Street and Gloucester Street (1), near Gould & Miles having moved there from the corner of Cashel and Manchester Streets in October 1856. He continued to advertise as a photographer for almost two years until about 5 March 1859.
(1) A Canterbury Album - Joan Woodward page 18

Mountfort's store was located on the west side of Colombo Street between Armagh Street and Gloucester Street.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VII, Issue 464, 15 April 1857, Page 9
above - Benjamin Mountfort advertises for the first time in the Lyttelton Times.

A week after Mountfort commenced business as a photographer the daguerreotypist John Nicol Crombie, who had arrived in Christchurch from Auckland via Nelson, opened a studio in Cashel Street, Christchurch. Crombie later moved to Canterbury Street, Lyttelton, this studio closed on 7 November 1857 and he departed a few days later for Wellington on the steamer "Wonga Wonga".

Lyttelton Times, Volume VII, Issue 466, 22 April 1857, Page 8.

Also in April 1857 the Wellington photographer W. G. Hewlings announced his pending arrival from Wellington, although it is not known if Hewlings did arrive in Canterbury from Wellington.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VII, Issue 467, 25 April 1857, Page 7

Early the following month the bookseller and stationer James Francis McCardell announced he was prepared to take portraits and that specimens could be seen at his store in Oxford Street, Lyttelton.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VII, Issue 471, 9 May 1857, Page 9

With this progress in photography in Canterbury the Lyttelton Times was able to declare that "Photography has broken out like an epidemic among us. Quite unknown in the place a year ago, we have now a professional artist, well known in the northern provinces, and another on the point of coming; two students practising the art, and we believe, one amateur. Canterbury will now be able to look itself straight in the face."

Lyttelton Times, Volume VII, Issue 471, 9 May 1857, Page 8

The "professional artist, well known in the northern provinces" fits the description of John Nicol Crombie who arrived in Canterbury in April 1857 after stays in Auckland and Nelson. The other photographer "on the point of coming" is likely to be W. G. Hewlings.

The "two students" may refer to Benjamin Woolfield Mountfort and James Francis McCardell. In 1857 both these booksellers and stationers advertised they were prepared to take portraits by the new collodion process.

Dr. Alfred Charles Barker is likely to be the photographer described as an "amateur".

Other developments in 1857

We believe that several photographic views were taken on Monday last as the Sumner Road processions (the opening of the road over the Port Hills between Lyttelton and Sumner) were in progress. It is to be hoped that these views will be successful in perpetuating pictorially this important event in our history.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VIII, Issue 503, 29 August 1857, Page 5

On 6 September the schooner "Adelaide Packet" arrived from Nelson, the freight included three packages of photographic instruments for John Nicol Crombie.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VIII, Issue 506, 9 September 1857, Page 5

We have not noticed the great spread of photography in our province of late. Two, whom we may call native artists, are practising with great success in Christchurch (1) and Lyttelton (2); and Mr. Crombie, a visitor, is equally patronised by the public. This gentleman's gallery of New Zealand portraits is well worthy a visit from those who have an interest in the worthies at present living and moving in our colony. Mr. Crombie has announced his early departure from our province.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VIII, Issue 507, 12 September 1857, Page 5

(1) Mountfort - Colombo Street, Christchurch
(2) J. F. McCardell - Oxford Street, Lyttelton

Lyttelton Times, Volume VIII, Issue 518, 21 October 1857, Page 5

In the Oliver Lang shipped one case of NZ daguerreotypes, one case curiosities.

Lyttelton Times, Volume VII, Issue 452, 4 March 1857, Page 6

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January 2012

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Samuel Taylor of Port Molyneux

above: Samuel Taylor of Port Molyneux and family by an unknown photographer.
reverse inscription:
Standing: Aunt Rachel, Aunt Polly, Mr Matthew Taylor, Mrs Matthew Taylor.
Sitting: Mr Taylor (Senior), Lucy Taylor, Mrs Taylor Senior nee Sarah Housley, John Taylor Junior, Mr John Taylor Senior, Willie Taylor, Mr Ben Taylor.

Zenith Studio

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Zenith Studio - Dunedin

Zac

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Zac
Wellington
New Zealand

Phyllis Margaret Smyk (or Smyrk) aged 7 months

YEADON, Henry

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Henry Yeadon
The Talma Studio - Greymouth

We had the pleasure of inspecting some of the work done by Mr Yeadon in the photographer's line. The work certainly did this young gentleman credit, and will compare with anything turned out on the Coast. Mr Yeadon has opened a studio in Tainui Street, and is prepared to take photos in all sizes and designs. Mr Yeadon has been under the care of an expert of the profession in Christchurch, and has gained quite a knowledge of touching and finishing. Anyone wishing a really good photo would do well to call and consult with him. If the views inspected by us are a sample of his work then it is meritorious. - Grey River Argus, 18 May 1905, Page 2

Mr H. Yeadon, photographer, was highly successful in securing some excellent pictures of the late flood, which will be very suitable to send to friends, and will give them a good idea of what Greymouth is like under water. The pictures will be on view to-day in Mr Levinson's window, Boundary street. - Grey River Argus, 29 June 1905, Page 2

Have a look in the window of Mr. Berg's shop in Boundry Street, this evening and inspect the photo work that has been executed by Mr. H. Yeadon. This young man, by dint of perseverance is progressing rapidly in his profession, and his pictures are a credit to him. He has finished an excellent enlargement of a negro lad taken from a small card, and this piece of work is admirably finished. - Grey River Argus, 22 July 1905, Page 2

MCDONNELL'S BUILDING
On the top storey is a set of rooms to be used by Mr Yeadon, photographer. The light is splendid, and when the fittings are finished the studio will be a very fine one. - Grey River Argus, 20 December 1906, Page 3

Mr H. Yeadon will open the Talma Studio in McDonnell's new buildings on Wednesday. The studio has been fitted up with the imost modern improvements, and all classes of photographic work will be executed in a thoroughly professional manner. Satisfaction is guaranteed and anyone who has seen any of Mr Yeadon's work will be convinced that the Talma Studio will hold its own against anything on the Coast. Cabinets and enlargements are a speciality and visitors to town during the holiday season would do well to give him a call. The Talma postcards cannot be equalled for the artistic arrangement and beautiful subjects. Special arrangements have been made for issuing at the shortest notice photo post cards. - Grey River Argus, 24 December 1906, Page 2

THE TALMA STUDIO.
A representative of the Argus had the pleasure of being shown over the Talma studio yesterday, and was agreeably surprised at the up-to-date arrangements made by the proprietor, Mr. H. Yeadon.
Mr. Yeadon is a Greymouth boy, and has acquired a large experience in photography. Being under the leading artists in New Zealand he has mastered the finer points of the art, and his work will stand the closest scrutiny. The studio is situated in McDonnell's buildings on the top landing, and is large and commodious the light and fittings being perfect for carrying out good work. Mr. Yeadon during the Christmas and New Year season turned out some excellent photos and groups, which gave entire satisfaction, and along with his assistants is kept very busy. Mr. Yeadon intends making still greater improvements and is having made large show cases to exhibit his work. The painted scenes and photographic furniture are excellent, and patrons can select almost any scene to be taken in. The beach scene is a beautiful one, and for a child's photo could not be beaten. This scene was imported direct from Home. It is the intention of the proprietor to make a, specialty of cabinet and enlargement photos, as well as giving attention to other classes of work. Mr. Yeadon has made arrangements for catering for the country trade, at the shortest notice, and is prepared to take a photo at a minute's notice. The proprietor is to be congratulated on his enterprise, and judging by the amount of support he has already received a very successful career is assured for the Talma studio. - Grey River Argus, 24 January 1907, Page 3

It has been our pleasant duty several times lately to congratulate Mr H. Yeadon, of the Talma studio, on the excellent work he turns out and which reflected great credit on his art. Last week Mr Yeadon scored a great success in taking a flash light of a masonic banquet, and so well did the picture turn out that he has been warmly congratulated. One of the party who inspected the picture stated that in all his travels in Europe he had not seen a better effort. Mr Yeadon has made special arrangements for dealing with the Christmas trade, and those wishing a good photograph should call at the studio in Tainui street and inspect his work.

Grey River Argus, 18 November 1907, Page 2

Mr Burrell one of the leading photographers of Invercargill, will arrive early next week under engagement with Mr H. Yeadon, of Talma Studio.

Grey River Argus, 13 December 1907, Page 2

Mr Yeadon, proprietor of the Talma studio, wishes to inform the public generally that he has placed his studio under the management of Mr Burrell, of Invercargill. Mr Burrell has had a wide experience and has gained a high reputation for his work. Patrons entrusting work to him can rely on getting every satisfaction.

Grey River Argus, 20 December 1907, Page 2

Mr H: Yeadon, of the Talma Studio, scored a triumph in the photographer's art on Saturday when he secured an excellent flash picture of Sal Tasker putting up the mile record in 2 min 16 secs. The flash shutter was exposed for 1000th part of a second, and the photo is unique. The owner of the mare, Mrs Duncan, is delighted with the picture, and has placed an order for an enlargement. Mr Yeadon claims that he is the only one on the Coast possessing a shutter that could do such work.

Grey River Argus, 6 January 1908, Page 2

The following passengers left yesterday morning for Christchurch:- ... Mesdames ... Burrell and family ... Messrs ... F. W. Burrell ...

Grey River Argus, 25 July 1908, Page 3

Grey River Argus, 4 March 1908, Page 1

It is not known if there is any connection between the Talma Studio in Greymouth and the Talma Studio in Onehunga.

YEREX, John Henry

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John Henry Yerex
born circa 1863
died circa 1943
aged 80 years (BDM)
married 1896, Green Island, Otago
Barbara Ellen Keen (IGI)
reg. as Gerex 1896/3161

Oamaru, Milton, Lawrence, Balclutha
succeeded by E. A. Labatt in Balclutha
successor to Charles Martin in Oamaru

MARRIAGE.
Yerex-Keen.— On the 6th May,(1896) at St. Mark's Church, Green Island, by the Rev. D. O. Hampton, John H. Yerex, photographer, Milton, late of Belleville (Canada), to Barbara E. Keen, Milton.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVII, Issue 2755, 29 May 1896, Page 2

BIRTHS.
Yerex.— On the 23rd April (1897), at Union street, Milton, the wife of J. H. Yerex, photographer, of a son. ( Reginald Earle Franklin Yerex died in 1900 aged 3 years)
Otago Witness, Issue 2258, 10 June 1897, Page 29

YEREX.— On the 29th November, at his parents' residence, Thames street, Oamaru, Reginald Earle Franklin, the dearly beloved and only child of John H. and Barbara Yerex; aged 3 years 7 months and 6 days. Deeply regretted.
Otago Witness, Issue 2439, 12 December 1900, Page 37

Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2660, 21 June 1895, Page 2

A notice appears in another place which should attract attention. Mr Yerex, the local photographer, who has started in the studio behind the Bon Accord Bazaar (Milton), has a few words to say. He guarantees first-class work, and what we have already seen of it is really excellent. We would advise a call, See advt.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2660, 21 June 1895, Page 2

Pushing — We learn from our local photographer, Mr Yerex, that he is employing a canvasser who will make a house to house canvas with coupons, which will give photos at a very much reduced rate. We wish Mr Yerex and his canvasser, Mr Barber, every success.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2662, 28 June 1895, Page 2

Mr J. H. Yerex, our local photographer, draws attention to the coupon system, giving photos at reduced rates. Enlargements are a specialty. Mr Yerex announces that he has come to stay. See advt.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2671, 30 July 1895, Page 2

Photography. — A very large crowd of people were gathered round the premises next the National Bank on Saturday night, all of whom were attracted by the fine display of photos in the windows, the work of Mr J. H. Yerex, our local artist. Some of the work turned out is really excellent.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2679, 27 August 1895, Page 4

Arrangements have been made to have the Milton Football Club photographed at Mr J. H, Yerex's studio to-morrow. All members of the club are therefore requested to roll up at the studio at two o'clock.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2681, 3 September 1895, Page 5

On Wednesday last, prior to the match with the Lawrence juniors, the members of the Milton Football Club, to the number of twenty-two, were photographed by Mr J. H. Yerex, at his studio. I have seen a copy of the group, and I must say that it is an excellent picture; in fact, a better group could not be wished for. I expect every member will take a copy, as it will make a fine picture to frame.
Bruce Herald, Volume XXVI, Issue 2683, 10 September 1895, Page 5

Mr Yerex, photographic artist, has opened a studio in Peel-street next to the Commercial Hotel. Specimen's of his work may be seen in Mr J. H. Pearson's window, Ross Place. Mr Yerex has had very large and varied experience as a photographic artist, having been ten years in one of the largest studios in Canada. He has commenced a permanent business in Lawrence and Milton, and purposes visiting Lawrence on Thursdays and Fridays in each week during the summer months.
Tuapeka Times, Volume XXVLL, Issue 4275, 14 September 1895, Page 2

Mr J. H. Yerex, whose photographic studio is in Peel-street, announces that, for business reasons, he has decided to alter the periods of his professional visits to Lawrence. In future, therefore, Mr Yerex will visit Lawrence every alternate week, and will remain here for a week at a time. He will arrive in Lawrence to-day (Wednesday), and will be found in his studio any time until Saturday next; after that he will be in Lawrence every alternate Monday and remain until the following Saturday.
Tuapeka Times, Volume XXVII, Issue 4284, 16 October 1895, Page 3

Mr Yerex, photographer, is at present on a visit to Millers Flat, and intends to return to Lawrence in the course of a few days. His stay here, however, will be limited, as he purposes re-opening in Milton, where he will remain over the winter returning to Lawrence in the spring.
Tuapeka Times, Volume XXVIII, Issue 4324, 7 March 1896, Page 2

PHOTOGRAPHY; LOCAL V. WHITEWASHED YANKEE.
TO THE EDITOR. Sir,- The term whitewashed Yankee is given to a man (gratis) who pretends to be an American, but who is not not. Last year a certain individual came travelling the Tuapeka district with a covered waggon taking photos of people's houses, etc., (a sort of a shilling a card trade) who then hailed direct from Nelson. The same individual has now blossomed out into the American Photo Co., from Wellington. I happen to possess the acquaintance of every photographer in Wellington during the past eight years and during that time no such name of firm has been in business there; a name apparently adopted since arrival in Balclutha as it sounded greater than his own, and some people are so easily carried away by a flowing name. Now what I am writing this letter for is not to find fault with their misleading title exactly but merely to vindicate myself from some of the insinuations which they or some of their touts (evidently some one photographed on the cheap, who feel grateful) are spreading the report that their work is vastly superior to mine, that I only come from Milton, etc., is very weak chaff indeed. I claim the honour of being able with truth to say that I have had nine years practical experience in two of the largest studios in Toronto and Bellville, Canada, before coming to New Zealand, and have settled in Milton duriug the past two years. The new American system which they claim to be introducing is so new that I learned it nearly 11 years ago. As I propose returning to Balclutha at an early date and probably making my headquarters there, I claim the right of a local man to warn the people against being misled by such false statements. — I am etc., J. H. Yerex. Kaitangata, December 17.
Clutha Leader, Volume XXIII, Issue 1172, 18 December 1896, Page 5

Mr J. H. Yerex has just returned from a week's tour through the Catlins district as far as Houipapa. He obtained a goodly collection of photos comprising settlers' homesteads, groups of men road making, river scenes, etc. Returning by Port Molyneux he secured a photo of a bottle-nose whale 21ft in length which was stranded on the beach near the mouth of the Clutha on Tuesday evening, and first discovered by Mr J. Tulloch. A second photo was taken during the process of cutting up the blubber, surrounded by a group of spectators. These photos will be on exhibition at Mr Yerex's studio in the course of a day or two.
Clutha Leader, Volume XXIV, Issue 1237, 11 March 1898, Page 5

We understand that Mr J. H. Yerex has received an offer to manage a photographic studio in one of the larger towns in the north, and having accepted the offer, will leave Balclutha about the middle of next month. Those therefore who wish to have pictures taken should attend to the matter at once before Mr Yerex leaves the township. It may be sometime before another photographer of equal ability visits the district.
Clutha Leader, Volume XXV, Issue 1274, 16 December 1898, Page 5

All you People who are always going to come kindly take notice this is final. Yerex PHOTO ARTIST, Is leaving Balclutha, and gives you one more opportunity, which you should appreciate. You can get. equally as good a photo here in your midst as you will in Dunedin, and it will cost you less. Will be at home every day from now until January 15 (1899), THEN CLOSED FINALLY. You may miss the little studio and the most attractive window in the town. Your children's noses which have been flattened against this window for the past two years will now have an opportunity to grow straight. Everything in the shop (including this year's Christmas cards, Fancy Goods, etc.) reduced to lowest figure. Dozens of views (old samples) for sale from 3d each. J. H. YEREX, Clyde St., Balclutha.
Clutha Leader, Volume XXV, Issue 1275, 23 December 1898, Page 4

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20.
At 4 o'clock.
MACLEAN AND CO

Have received instructions from Mr J. H. Yerex to sell by auction on the premises, Clyde Street, Balclutha —
The whole of his Furniture and Effects As Mr Yerex is leaving the district the whole is for absolute sale.
Clutha Leader, Volume XXV, Issue 1277, 13 January 1899, Page 4

Joe and Richard Taylor
by Yerex, Photographer and Stationer, Milton, Otago, NZ

The terrific Canadian fire which recently broke out in the capital destroyed five square miles of beautiful buildings and property, 15,000 persons being rendered homeless. The Canadian Portrait Rooms, in Thames street, Oamaru, being isolated by 12,000 miles of cooling streams, escaped a scotching, and is daily visited by crowds of admiring people, amongst whom are some of the severest critics of Oamaru, all of the one opinion — That Yerex is turning out the best all-round work in Photography ever seen in this city. His enlarged portraits will compare with any first-class photographer in New Zealand, at prices within the reach of all. This Studio is near the Queen's Hotel, Thames street.
North Otago Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 9751, 2 May 1900, Page 2

North Otago Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 9759, 12 May 1900, Page 2
Papers Past

reverse inscribed
"Mrs Lumer Australia
left Marion Moore"

WEBB, Steffano

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Steffano Francis Paulovitch Webb

born 16 October 1880 at Sherwood House, Christchurch, New Zealand.
died 22 December 1967 at Windsor House, Christchurch, New Zealand.

Steffano Francis Paulovitch Webb (6) was born on 16 October 1880 at Sherwood House(1) in Cashel Street, Christchurch the son of Henry Richard Webb (pictured left) and Augusta Ann Webb nee Peacock. At the time of his birth his father was the Manager of The Permanent Investment and Loan Association of Canterbury located in Hereford Street. He had been a member of the Canterbury Provincial Council 1869-75 and member of Parliament for Lyttelton 1873-75. Henry Webb was the last Provincial Secretary of Canterbury. About 1846 he had taken up amateur photography and in the 1890's was the President of the Photographic Section of the Philosophical Institute (2). Steffano Webb's mother was the sister of the businessman and politician John Thomas Peacock.

above: Steffano Webb's birth is announced in the Star newspaper.
Star, Issue 3903, 20 October 1880, Page 2

above: six months after his birth Mrs Webb advertised for a children's nurse.
Star, Issue 4058, 23 April 1881, Page 2

Steffano Webb was baptised at St John's Church, Latimer Square on 28 November 1880. He attended Christ's College from 1895 to 1899. His father died at "Te Wepu", Merivale Lane, Christchurch on 11 February 1901 aged 72 years and his mother died there in 1914. Steffano Webb's sister Malvina Mary Webb was married to Robert Ewing McDougall (1860-1942), who was the benefactor of the Robert McDougall Art Gallery.

Steffano Webb began work as a photographer for "The Press" newspaper (4) before establishing a studio in Colombo Street about 1906. One of his first major jobs was as one of the official photographers for the New Zealand International Exhibition (1906-1907) in Christchurch.(3)

above: a selection of postcards from the NZ International Exhibition with photographs by Steffano Webb.

About 1908 he went into partnership with George Angus Bunz in Gloucester Street under the name Webb and Bunz. When Bunz left in 1909 (8) to establish a studio in Ashburton, Steffano Webb remained in Gloucester Street. By March 1912 he had moved to the second floor of the Petersen's Building at 252 High Street.

The Press, 30 March 1912, page 15

He married at St Mary's Church, Merivale on 30 April 1913 to Beatrice Howard Buss (born 10 March 1889 - died 26 April1978 (7)). He was then aged 32 years his wife was aged 24 years; she was the daughter of Mary Elizabeth Buss nee Howard and William Buss, an auctioneer.

During World War One he is not shown in directories as a photographer in Christchurch and only appeared again in 1922, back at the High Street address. In about 1929 he also took over the studio of John Ernest Pigott located in the Oxford Buildings, George Street, Timaru. He had both studios until he retired in about 1951. Raymond Attwell Ayton (1922-1992) purchased the High Street studio and Frederick Walter Goffe Dickeson (1917-1987) took over the studio in Timaru. Ayton Studio Co. Ltd remained at 252 High Street until about 1961 when I. K. O Photo Studio moved there. (refer to Directories listed below)

The Sun, Saturday 23 May 1925, page 7

Steffano Webb was well known especially for his portrait photography. In 1947 he was the President of the New Zealand Photographers' Association and in 1965 he was made an honorary life member of the Association.(3)(4)

He died aged 87 years on 22 December 1967 at Windsor House, Christchurch. He was survived by his wife, daughter and three sons.(3)(5)

The Christchurch Star-Sun, Thursday 23 March 1950, page 12

The Christchurch Star-Sun, Saturday 20 May 1950, page 1

The Christchurch Star-Sun, Wednesday 17 May 1950

Whimsical Webb

REMEMBER when you had your first photograph taken? Remember how the photographer placed an altogether unsuitable book in your juvenile hands, told you to look pleasant, and then put a dirty one over you by instructing you to watch for a dicky-bird that never materialized? These were tricks of the old photographers and they are gone for good now. Art is the soul of the modern photographer's work. If you want to know more about the matter, see Steffano Webb, that worthy citizen of Christchurch, whose work bears the invisible imprint of the master. Steffano Webb has a flair for all kinds of work entailing the use of the magic box. Studio portraiture, commercial photography, press pictures — these are all in the day's work of this likeable, sincere fellow. You cannot fluster him. He meets the most trying situations with one of his whimsical remarks. Nervous children, equally nervous brides with their grooms trying, to look nonchalant under the circumstances — to photograph people such as these calls for patience — and tactful patience at that. But Steffano Webb falters not. He likes his work and likes his town — and he gives his best to both. Truly, a useful, member of this community. - NZ Truth, Issue 1162, 8 March 1928, Page 6

The Christchurch office of Archives New Zealand has his probate file dated 1968.
Photograph of H. R. Webb - The Jubilee Number, The Weekly Press 1850-1900.

above - Hon. John Thomas Peacock the uncle of Steffano Webb

photo by Clarke, Wellington.

(1) Star, Issue 3903, 20 October 1880, Page 2.
(2) Star, Issue 5569, 19 May 1896, Page 1 - Mr H. R. Webb, who briefly sketched the history of photography, which, he said, he had taken up as an amateur fifty years ago, though even he had to yield the palm as the oldest amateur photographer to another gentleman present, Mr B. W. Mountfort.
(3) Obituary - The Christchurch Star, 23 December 1967, page 5.
(4) Obituary - The Press, 26 December 1967, page 8.
(5) Margaret Ann Webb born 10 May 1914, Richard Steffano Webb born 26 November 1916, Bryan William Webb, born November 1919, John Howard Webb born 28 October 1926 (Christchurch City Libraries)
(6) The name Paulovitch may come from Robert Hector Paulovich a Storekeeper in West Maitland, New South Wales who provided a reference when Henry Richard Webb commenced business as a commission agent in Sydney in 1853. Others were provided by Messrs. Peacock & Son, and Mr. J. Rickards, Merchant, Pitt-street, Sydney. Rickards may have been the uncle of Henry Richard Webb (his mother was Susannah Webb nee Rickards), Paulovich may have been Rickard's son-in-law. Paulovich died 29 January 1874, Acton House, Brisbane http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article669002
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser (NSW : 1843-1893), Saturday 25 June 1853, page 4.

above - an advert from the Canterbury Society of Arts - Catalogue 1933

Additional information
The name Steffano Paulovitch comes from the husband of Henry Richard Webb's aunt Ephrath, who was the sister of Webb's mother Susanna and also the sister of John Rickards. Ephrath Rickards married Stephano Paulovich in London in 1810 and two of her sons came to Australia in 1837 to join her brother John Rickards and sister Susannah Webb who had arrived in 1828. One of these sons was Robert Hector Paulovich. Therefore, he and Henry Richard Webb were first cousins and John Rickards senior was their uncle. However, John Rickards Jun is more likely to have been the one who provided the reference as John Rickards sen returned to the UK and his son was in charge of the business during the 1850s and 1860s. (see Cathie's comment below)

(7) died Wesley Hospital, Christchurch, of 32 New Brighton Road, Christchurch. Press 27 April 1978 page 31.
(8) Ashburton Guardian, Volume XXIX, Issue 7764, 6 April 1909, Page 4

above: Peterson' Building at 252 High Street, Christchurch. Steffano Webb's photographic studio was located on the top floor of this building from about 1912.
Photograph by Steffano Webb.
Alexander Turnbull Library
Record Title: Petersen's Building, 252 High Street, Christchurch
Reference Number: 1/1-021846-G

above: The entrance to the studio from High Street.

Alexander Turnbull Library
Record Title: Petersen's Building, 252 High Street, Christchurch
Reference Number: 1/1-021846-G

above: detail of the top storey windows as viewed from High Street.

Alexander Turnbull Library
Record Title: Petersen's Building, 252 High Street, Christchurch
Reference Number: 1/1-021846-G

below: the location of Petersen's Building at 252 High Street can be seen in this aerial photograph from the 1950's or 60's, the building has since been demolished.

above: Steffano Webb's Timaru Studio
Star Cricket Club - 1st Eleven
Winners Senior Competition and Bristol Cup 1933-4
Matches Played - 15, Won 8, Drawn 6, Lost 1.
back row: J. Holden, R. Judge, S. Williams, H. Fraser, (President), R. Seaton, R. Taylor, L. Wood.
front row: J. Rodgers, (Hon. Sec.), A. Shillito, N. Ede, V. Hahn*, (Captain), H. Button, (Vice-Captain), F. Smith, Dr. N. K. Cox. (Coach).
Absent G. Powell, R. Barlow.

*Victor Alexander Hahn was born on 19 October 1904 at 74 (or 14) Ruskin Street, Sydenham, Christchurch the son of Albert James Hahn and Jessie Robertson, he died about 1977.

News has been received in Wellington of the death of Mr. A. J. Hahn, an exmember of the first contingent which sailed from Wellington for South Africa on 21st October, 1899. The late Mr. Hahn, whose home was at Fairfield avenue, Addington, Christchurch, served in all the engagements in which the contingent was prominent, and was very popular with his comrades. Latterly he had not enjoyed very good health.
Evening Post, Volume CXII, Issue 36, 11 August 1926, Page 13.

above: Steffano Webb's Christchurch Studio
not identified