The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Canterbury Provincial District]
Stanton, James
Stanton, James, Farmer, North Road, Woodend. Mr. Stanton came out to New Zealand in 1865, and took up land at Woodend, at a time when heavy bush covered the whole of that part of the country. He was born in Smetwich, Staffordshire, England, in 1832. His little homestead is situated between Rangiora and Woodend.
Mr. J. Stanton.