Hello again Minniehaha, and hello Lucy2 and Beg Clonrode,
Many thanks for your research. I will absorb this over this weekend, and no doubt it will raise further questions.
I had re-read some letters from NZ and these had mentioned TeOreOre, which previously I had overlooked because I was focussing on the core of my Grandma in NZ. Another letter from PN mentioned the maori hut, with actual names. Old newspapers have been a good source but revealed nothing this time round. Hence my request. Apparently the son was very religious and lived in a water tower.
So, Lucy2, the connection with the Loft family will be interesting and is unexpected.
Thanks for your efforts so far, very much appreciated.
Will write again.
Rallenza
later ps: Minniehaha- the Henry and harry (Henry Jnr) were the names mentioned in previous letters, so the results are good, just need to see where they fit in. I just couldnt find any previous link with a madkins. Fresh pairs of eyes...............