About John Howell
Lived 1809 – 1874 (aged 64–65). John Howell was a New Zealand politician and farmer.
John Howell (1809 – 25 May 1874 ) was a New Zealand whaler, trader, pastoralist and politician.
Howell was born in 1809. He settled in New Zealand, and established the settlement that is today known as Riverton. He was a member of the Southland Provincial Council from 1862 to 1864 for the Riverton electorate, and from 1864 to 1867 for the Aparima electorate.
Howell's Cottage, which was built for him at Riverton in 1837/38, is the oldest building in Riverton. It is one of very few surviving New Zealand buildings that predates the 1840s, and is listed as a Category I building by Heritage New Zealand.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Howell?
New Zealand whaler, trader, pastoralist and politician (1809–1874)
When was John Howell born?
John Howell was born in 1809 in Eastbourne.
When did John Howell die?
John Howell died on 25 May 1874 in Sydney.
What was John Howell's occupation?
John Howell was a politician and farmer.
What nationality was John Howell?
John Howell was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Howell (pioneer)
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