Early New Zealand Photographers: Whangarei

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James Mearns Spence born 1 November 1849 Montrose, Angus, Scotland son of James Spence and Margaret Blues Mearns, arrived Auckland, New Zealand about 1861, died 23 June 1919, Deveron Street, Whangārei aged 70 years, reg. 1919/3878.

The Late Mr. J. M. Spence.
Interred at Whareora.

The funeral of the late Mr. James Spence took place yesterday afternoon, the remains of the deceased being first conveyed to the Church of England, where service was conducted by Mr J. C. Johnson, after which the cortege left for the Whareora cemetery.

Amongst those present at the funeral were the two sons as well as many of the old-time friends of the deceased, and an abundance of floral wreaths testified to the esteem in which he was held.

Mr. Spence was a very old resident of Whangarei. He was the only son of Captain Spence, a seafaring man from Montrose, Scotland. At the age of about 13 years he arrived with his parents in Auckland in 1861, and after a short stay there journeyed north to Whangarei, where Captain Spence took up land at Parahaki. The holding in those days was covered in dense bush and the young lad found himself faced with plenty of hard work for many years. He then took up various other occupations and upon the death of his parents came into Whangarei to live, doing accountancy and other work. He was married to Miss McKenzie [Christian McKenzie], sister of Mr. J. D. McKenzie, chairman of the Harbour Board, and they reared a family of three sons and two daughters. The eldest, James, was killed at Gallipoli, while the youngest, Hector, was severely gassed. The second son, William, is resident in Wellington. The two unmarried daughters live in Whangarei with their mother.

Friends of the deceased gentleman say that the death of his eldest son had a serious effect upon his health and that he began to fail from that date. Mr. Spence took a great interest in the collection of coins and stamps, and he is reported to have gathered some very valuable specimens. As a landscape photographer he showed great skill and he has left many beautiful records of Whangarei scenery.

Northern Advocate, 25 June 1919, Page 2

Panorama of Whangarei by James Mearns Spence
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Panorama of Whangarei by James Mearns Spence
Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections AWNS-19171004-39-1
Showing a panorama of the town of Whangarei on the banks of the Hatea River in 1917.
Taken from the supplement to the Auckland Weekly News 4 October 1917 p039

Whareora ...Capt. Spence has left this district after a residence of over a quarter of a century amongst us. Capt. and Mrs Spence were much respected here and carry with them the best wishes of the settlers of this neighbourhood. They have gone to reside in Mairtown, Whangarei.
Northern Advocate, 5 November 1887, Page 2

Cowdell, Joseph Tuffley

Joseph Tuffley Cowdell

Joseph Tuffley Cowdell born circa 1862, Seaton, Rutland, England, died 30 July 1907 Whangarei, aged 45 years, reg. 1907/9837. Brother of the photographer Thomas Melling Cowdell

Private advice received from Whangarei reports the death there this morning of Mr. Joseph Tufley Cowdell, a Past Master and secretary of the Masonic Lodge Star of the North, N.Z.C., at the age of forty-five. He leaves a wife and five children.

Evening Post, Volume LXXIV, Issue 26, 30 July 1907, Page 5

Cowdell, Joseph T.. Art Photographer, Stationer, and Fancy Goods Repository, Cameron Street, Whangarei. Bankers, Bank of New Zealand. Private address, Dent Street

Mr. Cowdell established his business in 1893, and conducts it in premises which are suitably fitted up and well stocked with stationery, all kinds of books, fancy goods, etc., sufficient to thoroughly satisfy the demands of his numerous customers. The studio adjoining the shop is very well lighted and is furnished with all the necessary requisites; it is one of the best north of Auckland and is recognised by all who have seen it to be equal to any country studio in the Colony. Mr. Cowdell has in the space of a few years made remarkable strides in his business, having formed a wide connection.

He was born in Rutlandshire in 1862, and after a few years of clerical life came to Australia where he spent three years as a travelling photographer, finally establishing himself at Broken Hill very successfully for seven years. His health failing, he was obliged to seek a more equable climate, and coming to New Zealand, travelled through the greater part of this Colony, and eventually settled at Whangarei. His work is decidedly creditable and the views of Whangarei, which these pages contain, are specimens of his skill as a photographer.
The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Auckland Provincial District]. 1902

Owing to ill-health, Miss Hanson, of Mr Cowdell's photographic studio, has gone to her home in Auckland for a few weeks' rest and change.

Northern Advocate, 10 August 1903, Page 2

Mr J. T. Cowdell, photographer, Cameron - street, is leaving Whangarei for a week or so, but during his absence the studio will be open under the charge of Miss Hanson.
Northern Advocate, 5 May 1906, Page 2

The well-known photographic studio (late Cowdell's) in Upper Cameron Street has been taken over by Mr T. G. Palmer, who has been connected with the studio for many years. The studio possesses a modern equipment and Mr Palmer intends to produce only high-class and artistic photographs and enlargements. Picture-framing will also form a branch of the business, and as the complete stock of Mr Cowdell's negatives are kept, Mr Palmer will be able at any time to execute orders for photographs taken by the previous proprietors.
Northern Advocate, 19 September 1910, Page 4

Cowdell's studio in Cameron Street, Whangarei is the single story building shown on the right of this photograph.

Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections AWNS-19080924-4-4
Taken from the supplement to the Auckland Weekly News 24 September 1908, p004

Cowdell's studio

The death of Mr Samuel Cowdell at Mairtown removes a highly respected resident of Whangarei. He was approaching 81 years of age, and during the last six or seven years has been an invalid, living with his daughter.in-law in Mill road.
Northern Advocate, 30 March 1916, Page 2

Cowdell — At the residence of his daughter-in-law, L. Cowdell, Mill road, Whangarei, on March 26, Samuel Cowdell, of Leicester, England, aged 80 years. Auckland papers please copy.
Northern Advocate, 30 March 1916, Page 2

Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 691-3

"Dorothy Mann" by Joseph Tuffley Cowdell about 1903

probably Dorothy Hemsworth Mann born 23 September 1902, reg. 1902/13935, daughter of Eva Mary Harrison and John Bennett Mann

The engagement is announced of Miss Dorothy Mann, elder daughter of Mrs John B. Mann, Whangarei, to Mr A. H. Law [Alexander Herbert Law], only son of Mr and Mrs A. Law, Auckland.
Northern Advocate, 17 January 1925, Page 2

Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 740-96

Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 830-20

Woolley, George Ernest

George Ernest Woolley
born 10 May 1877 - died 2 June 1952

Portrait of George Ernest Woolley and his wife, Annie Nellie Woolley. Date unknown. Image kindly provided by Janet Watkins (December 2018). Image has no known copyright restrictions.
photograph from Online Cenotaph

The Art Studio
Whangarei

Adele Younghusband and George Ernest Woolley

reverse inscription "James E. Harris, 1927"

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reverse inscription "1927 M. E. H."

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reverse inscription "1927 M. E. H."

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reverse inscription "1927 M. E. H."

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Bayne, Walter Menzies

Walter Menzies Bayne

Walter Menzies Bayne born circa 1867, reg. Newton Abbot, Devon, Mar 1867, vol 5b page 163, son of Matilda and Walter Bayne (cabinet maker and undertaker, died 9 April 1900), died 8 July 1945 at his residence 21 Marine Square, Devonport, Auckland aged 78 years, reg. 1945/21672, buried Purewa Cemetery, Block H Row 5 Plot 34, married Margaret Grace Hill. she died 15 August 1947 aged 80 years, buried Purewa Cemetery, Block H Row 5 Plot 34.

issue:
1. William Reginald Bayne
2. Eleanor Matilda Grace Bayne
3. Vera Maud Bayne

Whangarei

Whangarei from 14 July 1889 to about 18 November 1893, succeeded by J. T. Cowdell.

Mr W. Bayne, a photographer of experience, is visiting the district for a few days, and orders left at Mr Jenkins will receive attention. We understand he contemplates commencing business here. — Advt.

Northern Advocate, 25 May 1889

[this notice was repeated in the Northern Advocate until 15 June 1889]

We understand that Mr Bayne has completed his new phographic [sic] gallery, and that he opens for business to-morrow, Saturday.

Northern Advocate, 13 July 1889

Mr W. M. Bayne, the well-known photographer, who during the past few years has "taken" so many of the inhabitants of this district has now gone one step further and taken unto himself a wife. On Saturday last he was united in the bonds of holy matrimony to Miss Margaret Grace Hill, of Sandhurst, Victoria, the ceremony taking place in the Wesleyan Church before a large assemblage of people, the Rev. J. Thomas being the officiating clergyman. Miss Bayne and Miss McKenzie were the bridesmaids and Mr David McKenzie the best man. There were the usual showers of rice, and the subsequent wedding breakfast followed. We felicitate Mr and Mrs Bayne upon their union and wish them all sorts of happiness.

Northern Advocate, 25 October 1890

Northern Advocate, 24 October 1891

Mr W. M. Bayne, photographer, has removed into his new studio, in the premises lately occupied by Mr W. H. Palmer [William Hall Palmer, watchmaker and jeweller, father of the photographer Thomas Grice Palmer]. The studio is filled and replete with all necessary conveniences, and some very choice scenery has been added to the gallery. The premises are both handsome and commodious and a credit to Whangarei.

Northern Advocate, 31 October 1891

Northern Advocate, 17 September 1892

In this issue Mr W. Bayne, art photographer, intimates that he has opened studios in Hamilton and Cambridge, and proposes to divide each week between the two places. He can be seen at his studio, Grey-street, Hamilton East, on Monday until midday, and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday; and at Mr Tennent's, Cambridge, on Monday, after arrival of train, and on Tuesday and Wednesday in each week. Mr Bayne, since acting for Mr Hemus, of Auckland, has been favoured with a fair share of the patronage of the public, which he trusts may be continued now that he has thrown in his lot with us and become a resident in the district, Mr Bayne has had fourteen years experience in the colonies, during which period he has been employed in some of the best studios in the Australian colonies, and this should be a guarantee of first-class work.

Waikato Times, Volume XLIII, Issue 3439, 14 July 1894

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The premises taken and fitted up by Mr. W. H. Bartlett, of Auckland celebrity, for artistic photography are to be open for public inspection this evening. The studio is in Veie's Buildings, adjoining Messrs. Morey's establishment, and is under the management of Mr. W. Bayne, who has had over 17 years' experience in the profession. The show cases that will be on view contain samples of all the popular types and styles of photography, those of the black and white specimens being particularly good and approaching to the beauty and finish of engravings. The enlargements are splendid works of art, and yet intensely natural. From babies to the Premier there are photos in plenty, and altogether a most attractive exhibition will be found. The public are cordially invited to inspect the whole of the premises and the contents, and as incandescent burners will be used for lighting purposes every facility will be given for a favourable view.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume XXXXII, Issue 81, 7 April 1900

Auckland

An up-to-date photographic studio has been opened by Mr. W. Bayne in the recently erected buildings, Karangahape road, opposite the Baptist Tabernacle. The internal fittings are all in oiled rimu, and the lighting has been admirably arranged. In the show-room may be seen excellent samples of Mr. Baynes' photographic work. The "Tadema" studio is fitted up with all requisite conveniences.

Auckland Star, Volume XXXVII, Issue 277, 27 November 1906

Took over studio of G. Gregory photographer in Queen Street, Auckland

Auckland Star, Volume XLII, Issue 152, 28 June 1911

above cdv courtesy of The Laurence Eagle Collection

Come to Stay.
Mr Walter Bayne, whose son runs the popular photographic studio in Cameron-street, has come to Whangarei to stay. Mr Bayne, sen , is an artisan of some repute. He made and exhibited at the Melbourne Exhibition [1888] a piece of cabinet work which was described as follows by the Auckland Star :— "For artistic design and excellent execution it is questionable whether this fine piece of workmanship can be beaten. The cabinet is a large one, being fitted up with innumerable drawers and jewel cabinets. In the front is a writing desk, and facing that is a large sliding panel fitted with weights. This is pushed down, and reveals 12 drawers, each faced with handsome pieces of kauri and rewarewa. The sliding panel is a fine piece of work. In the centre is a medallion, on which is carved representations of various native ferns. Adjoining this are five side panels of mottled totara. The pedestals [are]massive, and when opened disclose large [cabinets] capable of holding silver plate, etc. These pedestals have dark rimu moulding with totara beadings.

Inside the drawers are lined with blue velvet. The side cabinets have pods of peas carved upon them, and the head-piece is a bunch of grapes carved but of mottled kauri with leaves carved from plain red totara. Beneath the desk is another handsome panel of clouded kauri, while the claw of the pedestal is carved from plain kauri, to which is affixed a bunch of grapes carved out of New Zealand birdseye maple. There is no stain whatever used on the wood, and the effect of the tasteful grouping of the various woods is very pleasing. The pleneth is composed of rimu, mottled totara, rimu and various kinds of kauri. Hakehake and kahikatea wood is also used in the construction of the cabinet. This is truly a work of art, and does not look at all out of place in an art gallery.", Mr Bayne secured awards for this work at the Melbourne exhibition.

Northern Advocate, 21 February 1891

[1] Auckland Star, Volume LXXVI, Issue 160, 9 July 1945

Walter and Mary Bayne, Theresa Bayne and two children arrived on the "James Wishart" July 1874 Auckland

amended 24 August 2019 and21 April 2022

PALMER, Thomas Grice

Thomas Grice Palmer

Cameron Street, Whangarei

succeeded Cowdell September 1910

Thomas Grice Palmer, born 2 August 1889, reg. 1889/7327 son of Jane Grice and William Hall Palmer, died 2 March 1952, reg. 1952/18813, married 1stly 1916, reg. 1916/3351 Miriam Eileen Furness, married 2ndly 1920, reg. 1920/11437 Alma Sarah Wilson

The well-known photographic studio (late Cowdell's) in Upper Cameron Street has been taken over by Mr T. G. Palmer, who has been connected with the studio for many years. The studio possesses a modern equipment and Mr Palmer intends to produce only high-class and artistic photographs and enlargements. Picture framing will also form a branch of the business, and as the complete stock of Mr Cowdell's negatives are kept, Mr Palmer will be able at any time to execute orders for photographs taken by the previous proprietors.

Northern Advocate, 19 September 1910