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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]
Mr. Thomas Roskruge
Mr. Thomas Roskruge, Manager for New Zealand, was born at Lands End, England, in 1816, and came to the Colony, in 1859, with his parents. After completing his education in Christchurch, Mr. Roskruge was apprenticed to Mr. Bethel Ware, draper, of Christchurch, with whom he remained for some years after completing his term. In 1871 he became New Zealand representative for Messrs. Soleberg and Co., of Melbourne, and afterwards acted for Messrs. Beath, Schiess and Co., of the same place. For about twelve years Mr. Roskruge held these appointments, joining Messrs. Arthur and Company as traveller in 1884. On the death of Mr. P. Donald, Mr. Roskruge was appointed to the position he now holds.