William Bowler Explained

William Bowler (early 1803 – 6 May 1863) was a New Zealand businessman and politician. In 1857 he became a Wellington Provincial Councillor, holding that position until 1861.^[1]

Early life

Bowler was born in England, and moved to New Zealand in 1851, having been involved in the New Zealand Company for a decade.^[1]

Death

Bowler died on 6 May 1863 at his home on Hawkestone Street, Wellington after a long disease. He was 60 years old.^{[1] [2] [3]}

Notes and References

1. Book: Scholefield, Guy. Dictionary of New Zealand Biography A–L. 1940. Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Guy Scholefield. 21 March 2019. Wellington. 83–84.
2. News: Died. Wellington Independent. 1865. XVIII. 7 May 1863. 27 March 2019. Papers Past.
3. News: Death of William Bowler, Esq.. Lyttelton Times. 1095. XIX. 9 May 1863. 7 March 2020. Papers Past.