
Nicholas Homestead, Somerville Road, Howick.
; ; c 1920; 11029
Name/Title
Nicholas Homestead, Somerville Road, Howick.
About this object
Nicholas Homestead, off Somerville Road.
Fencible John and Ann Nicholas lived here after moving from "Normangarth".
Demolished in 1920 when when power reticulation was too costly and demolition and reconstruction in Nicholas Rd was cheaper.
Site marked by Kauri trees near dip in Somerville Road.
On older picture: Mr Nicholas and his two sons in front of the house.
On newer picture: A man and women on the terrace. Possibly John and Ann Nicholas.
See photograph 11012 for the rebuilt Nicholas Homestead, Nicholas Road, which was built from the timber of this house.
Nicholas related to Somervilles by marrige.
Format
B/W Photographic Print
Date Made
c 1920
Medium and Materials
BW photographic print.
Measurements
Older picture:196 x 243mm including mounting. 109 x 157mm for print only.
Newer picture:161 x 248mm
Object number
11029