The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Mr. Robert Smith Dods
Mr. Robert Smith Dods entered the City Council in 1868, as a member for Leith Ward and resigned on the 12th of January, 1870. He unsuccessfully contested a seat in the Provincial Council. Mr. Dods was born in Glasgow, and came to New Zealand after residing for some time in Victoria. For many years he was a member of the firm of Poole, Dods, and Cameron, general merchants, who carried on business in Rattray Street.