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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]

Snaddon, George

Snaddon, George, Plumber, Tinsmith, Gasfitter, and Drain Layer, 51 Tory Street, Wellington. Telephone 804. Bankers, Bank of New Zealand. Mr. Snaddon was born in Scotland, where he was apprenticed to the trade, completing his term in 1880. He worked as a journeyman till 1884, when he came per s.s. “Catalonia,” to the colonies, landing in Wellington the same year. He worked at his trade as a journeyman until 1887, when he commenced business on his own account. The premises consist of a two-story wood and iron building, built by himself, having a floor space of 500 square feet, and containing all necessary plant for carrying on an extensive business in all branches of the trade. While he has been in business Mr. Snaddon has had a number of responsible contracts entrusted to him, in all of which he has given satisfaction to those employing him. Mr. Snaddon is a member of the Masonic craft. He was also for some time District President of the Druids' Order, and twice chairman of the committee of the Friendly Societies' Demonstration.