John Anderson (1820 – 1897) Died of old age Place of Death: Christchurch
* Arrived on the ‘Sir George Seymour’ – the Canterbury Association’s 3rd ship.
* Was Christchurch’s first blacksmith.
* Was a Christchurch City Councillor (1867 – 69 & 71)
* Was Christchurch’s 2nd Mayor (1868 – 69)
For the story of John Anderson: http://www.peelingbackhistory.co.nz/john-anderson-1820-1897-2/
John is buried at Addington Cemetery, Christchurch.
Photo courtesy of Annette Bulovic*
