Mr. Richard Cameron, Manager of the Auckland Savings Bank, has been a prominent Aucklander for many years. He was born in 1842, and is a son of the late Mr. Richard Cameron, who arrived in Auckland, per “Duchess of Argyle,” in 1842. He was educated at the Rev. John Gorrie's grammar school, and at Nelson College. He made his entry into commercial life as a clerk in the office of Messrs. Gilfillan and Co., general merchants, of Auckland. His connection with the splendid institution of which he is now the popular manager, dates from the 9th March, 1864 when he was appointed a clerk. Eight years later, on the death of Mr. Joseph Coombe, Mr. Cameron succeeded that gentleman, but the office was not dignified with the title of “Manager” until 1875. The business in those days was trifling compared with its present dimensions, but Mr. Cameron has kept pace with the demands made upon his time and ability. The erection of the new bank in 1881, gave a great impetus to business, besides providing one of the handsomest buildings in Auckland. Notwithstanding the close attention entailed by the onerous duties of the Bank, Mr. Cameron has found time to undertake many public duties. He has been a member of the Devonport borough council since its formation, his experience being of much use to the finance and legal committee of which he has long been a member. He has been asked, by an influential body of ratepayers to accept nomination for the mayoral chair, but has declined owing to the pressure on his time. Mr. Cameron is an old Mason but at present is unattached.