Overview
Leslie Adkin is a farmer in the Horowhenua region, and manages two properties near Levin. He also works with his father William, his brother Gilbert, and their labourer George Bloomfield on the family farm, Cheslyn Rise.
Farming activities this month include shepherding, fencing, clearing paddocks and attending stock sales. On the 7th Leslie submits a half-yearly update to his stock and station agency, Dalgety & Co., and notes that the property is 'greatly improved' since the last report.
Leslie lives with his wife Maud at 'Woodside,' their newly-built home, and the couple receive frequent visits from friends and family. They also attend church regularly, and enjoy reading together.
On the 26th Leslie celebrates his 28th birthday, and Maud, his 'perfect treasure,' makes a cake to mark the occasion. In the evening they have tea and games with their neighbours, and Leslie declares himself 'immensely happy.'