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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Auckland Provincial District]

Mr. William Hendre

Mr. William Hendre, Manager of the Costley Training Institute, Richmond Road, Auckland, was born at Clinton, New York,
Hanna, photo.Mr. W. Hendre.

Hanna, photo.
Mr. W. Hendre.

America, in 1850, and was educated at Brockville, Ontario. On leaving school he started in the timber trade, and for a number of years carried on an extensive timber business in Southern Texas. Mr. Hendre came to Auckland in 1889, and engaged in various pursuits, principally shipping. In 1887 changes were made in the management of the Costley Training Institute, and Mr. Hendre was chosen superintendent from a very large number of applicants. He has personal qualifications, such as firmness of character and kindness of disposition, which eminently fit him for the successful management of boys. During the period of his residence in Auckland previous to his present appointment, Mr. Hendre was prominent in political and social matters. He was connected with the various trades and labour councils, and was for a considerable time secretary to the Knights of Labour.