Capt. James Runciman

James Runciman was a captain of the Volunteer Cavalry Corps in the Waikato wars. In the 1880s he took over a 600 hectare property at Newstead, calling it Marshmeadows as it was mostly swamp. He was a progressive farmer, and with imported agricultural machinery he drained and improved Marshmeadows. By 1889 he had planted at least 50,000 trees, many of which survive. In 1882 he was one of the first to import dairy factory machinery, and was a founder of the Waikato Cheese and Bacon Factory. Runciman was a pioneer of the practice of sharemilking, helped establish the Waikato Farmers Club and the Newstead school. One of his and wife Margaret’s daughters, Jessie, married William Steele. Source: http://www.hamilton.govt.nz/our-services/cemetery-services/about/Do...

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1. Hamilton Heritage Walk: http://www.hamilton.govt.nz/our-services/cemetery-services/about/Do...
2. Residence: 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirkshire, Scotland
3. Reference: FamilySearch Family Tree - SmartCopy: Nov 11 2016, 2:57:52 UTC

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<p><p>Margaret ;;; James wife is also his Cousin and daughter of George Runciman. Came to New Zealand with his parents from Scotland in 1839.</p></p><p><p>James was Captain in the maori wars. He livedat "Marshmeadows" Cambridge. Planted an Oak tree in Cambridge by the Presbyterian church in 1878 but was cut down about 1981 because it had become dangerous.</p></p><p><p>Captain James is mentioned in Bretts "Early New Zealand" and " "Cyclopedia of New Zealand" 1902 Vol 2. An article written by Alice Davies in the Weekly News January 30th 1957 was about James and his brother.</p></p><p><p>This isthe inscription on the grave stone at Dury . all on the same stone.</p></p><p><p>"In loving memory of Thomas Runciman arrived NZ 1839. Died 1866. His wife Isabel died 1880. also Isabella Maria Rhodesdied 1866. Ada Agnas Rhodes died 1874."</p></p><p><p>The book "Just Roaming" compiled and written by Ruth Wilkinson on early Cambridge has more detail about Captain James.</p></p><p><p>Extract from the New Zealand Herald Advertising sheet, Tuesday ,March 8th 1864.</p></p><p><p>Friday . March 18. The Town Of Dury</p></p><p><p>Alfred Buckland</p></p><p><p>Has received instructions from Mr Jas. Runciman, to sell , at the Haymarket , on Friday the 18th March commencing at 11 o'clock.</p></p><p><p>The Township of Dury</p></p><p><p>The above will prove a superior investment, there being an immediate requirement for shops, stores,and dwelling houses.</p></p><p><p>The great south road runs through it's Centre and is divided into large sized allotments, with frontage to level streets abutting on the great south road, and leading from the landing place at the terminus of deep water in Slippery Creek.</p></p><p><p>The principal landing place is leased to the Government for a term, but the right has been reserved for the public at all times to have free use of it.</p></p><p><p>The Government has erected large stores in the Township , and it is their most important depot, being so situated with regard to the surrounding country, that all roads leading from Auckland to the populous and fertile districts beyond it must pass through the town, which now presents a scene of bustle and activity not elsewhere seen out of Auckland, and is</p></p><p><p>a assuredly the best position for an inland town on this the principal line of road in the Province.</p></p><p><p>Omnibuses run from Auckland toDrury daily. The railway will be immediately proceeded with, and being the terminus, will occasion a large working population to be resident in the neighbourhood.</p></p><p><p>The coal mines are but a short distance from the town, and are now again at work, and there turn of peace will afford employment to a large numbers of workmen. The tramway from the coal mines passes the township. The importance of the river communication cannot be too highly estimated, the deep water adjoining the township on one side for it's entire length and the creek is now cleaned, so that vessels of considerable tonnage can navigate the river safely. As many as five schooners, some of them discharging upwards of 50 tons each, and the steamer " Lady Barkly " were lately discharging cargo during the same tide.</p></p><p><p>Plans are prepared, and are now on view at the Haymarket; they are now being lithographed, and will be at the service of the public one week previous to the sale.</p></p><p><p>----------------------------------------------------------------</p></p><p><p>TERMS</p></p><p><p>one-third cash on day of sale; remainder by promissory note bearing interest at the rate of eight per cent, per annum, in quantities of 6 and 12 months" date; or 2.25 per cent. discount allowed for cash on the remaining two-thirds.</p></p><p><p>Possession of land given at once; the title on payment of balance of purchase money. For further particulars apply at Haymarket, or to</p></p><p>Mr Joseph Crispe, Land Agent, Drury. Who will kindly show the ground to intending purchasers.</p>

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Phil James Runciman Runciman Phil James Web Site MyHeritage.com family tree Family site: Runciman Phil James Web Site Family tree: 147992971-2 Smart Matching 147992971-2 MH:S500023 James Capt. RUNCIMAN 3 31 MAY 2015 Added by confirming a Smart Match Smart Matching 2000048

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FamilySearch Family Tree MyHeritage The FamilySearch Family Tree is published by MyHeritage under license from FamilySearch International, the largest genealogy organization in the world. FamilySearch is a nonprofit organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church). Collection 40001 MH:S500003 http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-40001/familysearch-fa... 4 <p>James Runciman
Gender: Male
Birth: Aug 5 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Christening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Marriage: Spouse: Margaret Runciman - July 15 1853 - Thirlston, Epsom Rd, Auckland, New Zealand
Death: July 23 1899 - Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
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FamilySearch Family Tree MyHeritage The FamilySearch Family Tree is published by MyHeritage under license from FamilySearch International, the largest genealogy organization in the world. FamilySearch is a nonprofit organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church). Collection 40001 MH:S500003 http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-40001/familysearch-fa... 4 <p>James Runciman
Gender: Male
Birth: Aug 5 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Christening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Marriage: Spouse: Margaret Runciman - July 15 1853 - Thirlston, Epsom Rd, Auckland, New Zealand
Death: July 23 1899 - Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
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FamilySearch Family Tree MyHeritage The FamilySearch Family Tree is published by MyHeritage under license from FamilySearch International, the largest genealogy organization in the world. FamilySearch is a nonprofit organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon Church). Collection 40001 MH:S500003 https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-40001/familysearch-f... 4 James RuncimanGender: MaleBirth: Aug 5 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, ScotlandChristening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, ScotlandMarriage: Spouse: Margaret Runciman - July 15 1853 - Thirlston, Epsom Rd, Auckland, New ZealandResidence: 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirkshire, ScotlandDeath: July 23 1899 - Hamilton, Waikato, New ZealandParents: Thomas Runciman, Isabel Runciman (born Linton)Wife: Margaret RuncimanChildren: Thomas Shepherd Runciman, Margaret Barbara Allright (born Runciman), Isabella Jessie Norrie Steele (born Runciman), George Adam Runciman, Elizabeth Linton Macky Kay (born Runciman)Siblings: Jessie Runciman, John Runciman, Georgina or Georgie Runciman, Jane Young (born Runciman), Adam Runciman, Agnes Comb (born Runciman), Agnes Runciman, Isabella Carter (born Runciman)This person appears to have duplicated relatives. View it on FamilySearch to see the full information.

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Scotland, Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950 MyHeritage Collection 30226 MH:S500009 http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30226/scotland-births... 4 <p>James Runciman
Gender: Male
Christening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Father: Thomas Runciman
Mother: Isabel Linton
Indexing Project (Batch) Number: C11924-4
System Origin: Scotland-ODM
GS Film number: 1067924, 1067925</p>

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Scotland, Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950 MyHeritage Collection 30226 MH:S500009 https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30226/scotland-birth... 4 <p>James Runciman
Gender: Male
Birth: Aug 5 1829
Christening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Father: Thomas Runciman
Mother: Isabel Linton
Indexing Project (Batch) Number: C11924-4
System Origin: Scotland-VR
GS Film number: 1067925
Reference ID: 2:18HQZXX</p>

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Scotland, Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950 MyHeritage Collection 30226 MH:S500009 https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30226/scotland-birth... 4 <p>James Runciman
Gender: Male
Birth: Aug 5 1829
Christening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Father: Thomas Runciman
Mother: Isabel Linton
Indexing Project (Batch) Number: C11924-4
System Origin: Scotland-VR
GS Film number: 1067925
Reference ID: 2:18HQZXX</p>

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Scotland, Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950 MyHeritage Collection 30226 MH:S500009 https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30226/scotland-birth... 4 <p>James Runciman
Gender: Male
Christening: Sep 8 1829 - Ettrick, Selkirk, Scotland
Father: Thomas Runciman
Mother: Isabel Linton
Indexing Project (Batch) Number: C11924-4
System Origin: Scotland-ODM
GS Film number: 1067924, 1067925</p>

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Geni World Family Tree MyHeritage The Geni World Family Tree is found on www.Geni.com. Geni is owned and operated by MyHeritage. Collection 40000 MH:S500010 https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-40000/geni-world-fam... 4 <p>Captain James Runciman
Gender: Male
Birth: Aug 5 1829
Death: Dec 31 1899
Father: Thomas Runciman
Mother: Isabella Runciman (born Linton)</p>

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Bob Jones Robert Jones Family <p>MyHeritage family tree</p><p>Family site: Robert Jones Family</p>Family tree: 286045461-4 Smart Matching 286045461-4 MH:S500153 https://www.myheritage.com/person-2000009_321528421_321528421/james... 3 Added by confirming a Smart Match