CAMPBELL, FRANCIS EASTWOOD (1823-1911) was a son of Lieut-Col. James Campbell (q.v.). He held a commission in the 23rd Regiment, in which he was the youngest captain when he retired to come to Canterbury with his father (1851). After farming for three years he was appointed clerk of the House of Representatives, a position which he held until 1889. Campbell was at first clerk to both Houses of Parliament. His position was a difficult one since there were no precedents to guide him in recording the proceedings. He retired in 1889 and resided at Palmerston North, where he died on 27 Sep 1911.

N.Z.P.D., pass. and 27 Sep 1911; Parliament House.

Reference: Volume 1, page 84

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