THOMAS, John Woodill. Born 2 May 1857, North Dalton, England. Son of William Thomas and Jane Woodhill. Emigrated 5 September 1863 arriving in Lyttleton, New Zealand on "The Captain Cook" Married Elizabeth Ann Bates Akaroa, New Zealand. Children: Joseph William Thomas, Harold Thomas, Annette Mary Eleanor Jane Thomas. Died 1882 in New Zealand.