The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]
Mr. Thomas Kelly
Mr. Thomas Kelly, the Chief Attendant of the institution, was born in Galway, where he was engaged in farming with his father for some years before coming out to the colonies. He came out to Melbourne per s.s. “Chimborazo” in 1880, and at once crossed to New Zealand. After a few years' colonial experience, Mr. Kelly was appointed in 1888 to the position he now holds.