Hori, Teira (George Taylor)
Production date
1863-1935
Description
Materials relating to the death sentence of Hori Teira (also known as George Taylor), who was found guilty of the New Zealand Wars 'murder' of Dr Hope at the ambush at Wairau near Tataraimaka. This sentence was latter commuted to life with hard labour and later still, Hori Teira was released.
Object detail
Part 1
1) Certified copy of the George Taylor's death certificate 27 July 1935
2) Commutation [reversal] of death sentence, August 4 1863
(2 copies) (original in Archives New Zealand)
3) Acknowledgement of letter relating to the commutation of the death sentence August 16 1863 (2 copies) (original in Archives New Zealand)
4) Document outlining the ''Secondary Punishment Act 1854 in relation to the revised sentence on Hori Teira Sept 4 1863 (2 copies) (originals in Archives New Zealand)
5) Hori Teira's sentence is remitted Nov 21 1867 (2 copies) (originals in Archives New Zealand)
6) Typescript copy of the last will and testament of Hori Teira. Names mentioned in his will are Teori Martin, Noki Martin, Pukekura Martin, Raukura Paki, Te Kare Martin, Ngaurupa Kohi, Brown Paki, George Horo.
7) A photo of Hori Teira
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