Natural history

Date: 1833-1837

From: Taylor, Richard (Rev) 1805-1873 : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-0254-08

Description: Contains general observations on natural history, geology and history of Isle of Ely during the time he was curate of Coveney and Manea, Isle of Ely, Cambridgeshire; notes written during his time in New South Wales, 1837-1839 (observations on aboriginal language, etc); and in New Zealand, 1839 (including notes in Maori and relating to Maori language). Includes map of Botany Bay and area to the north (p 158); drawings of Kiwi, plants, etc At end extracts and chronology of events taken from his journal 1 Jan 1833-31 Dec 1837 Other - Copied in March 1967 from originals lent by Cranleigh Barton, christchurch Source of title - Title page - Notebook 1835 Quantity: 1 volume(s). Physical Description: Holograph (microfilm printout) Includes map and illustrations

Date: 1882-1899

By: Brough, Jonathan, 1839-1927

Reference: qMS-0274

Description: Mainly daily accounts of government contract work on road-making, repairing and surveying. There are also notes on the geology and natural history of the area plus accounts of gold prospecting expeditions. Letters include several relating to contracts and one written to W L Buller on the flora and fauna of the Karamea River area Source of title - Supplied Brough was a contractor and naturalist, based in Nelson and the West Coast from 1866 Quantity: 1 volume(s). 0.05 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph (photoprint) (35 cm, ¼ green calf, green buckram case)

Date: 1925

From: Adkin, George Leslie, 1888-1964 : Diaries

Reference: Micro-MS-0600-04

Description: Chronological account of Adkin's farming activities and his interests in local Human History and Natural History as well as Ethnology. Includes information on Kapiti Island (ie. Waiorua Bay, Motungangara, and Wharekohu where Te Rauparaha was said to have signed the Treaty). Quantity: 1 microfilm reel(s).

Date: 1862-1894?

By: Ramsay, Edward Pearson, 1842-1916

Reference: MS-Papers-0942

Description: Includes one typed copy of letter from Ramsay to H O Forbes. Also catalogue of New Zealand birds including some now extinct in the collection of Mr J C Firth at Mt Eden, Auckland, 1885; letters to Ramsay from New Zealand naturalists: J C Firth, H O Forbes, W A Graham, Sir J F J von Haast, R Henry, T J Parker and D Robertson re NZ natural history and specimens. Letter by W A Graham, 3 Jan [1867] describes conflict with Hau Hau at Omarunui on 12 Oct 1866 Quantity: 1 folder(s) (28 leaves). 0.01 Linear Metres.

Date: [ca 1893-1985]

By: Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society of New Zealand

Reference: ATL-Group-00913

Description: Contain the administrative records of the Society. These include extensive correspondence and subject files arranged alphabetically by correspondent or topic that cover all aspects of the Society's operations. Also included are Executive Committee minute books, financial records, papers relating to membership, papers relating to the Society's local administration, publicity material and scrapbooks of cuttings. In addition there are papers relating to individual members of the Society including a notebook and a diary of tramps by Sydney Berg; `Observations concerning some species of New Zealand birds' by H H Travers; two autobiographical accounts by A H Gibson and papers of Perrine Moncrieff, including correspondence, notes, 1933 accounts of trips to Stephens Island, articles and clippings. Includes recordings of Forest and Bird Society radio talks titled 'San Michele,' 'Forests,' 'Conservation of Wildlife,' 'Insects and Man,' 'Plant Eating Animals,' and 'NZ Native Birds'. Source of title - supplied title. The Royal Forest and Bird Protection Society was founded in 1923 through the efforts of Val Sanderson. It was initially called the Native Bird Protection Society. It is now called just Forest and Bird. Quantity: 17 volume(s). 1151 folder(s). 54.08 Linear Metres. 12 10" disc(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts and printed matter (some photocopies) Finding Aids: Inventory available for MS-Papers-0444, preliminary listings available for most of the other accessions.. Transfers: Collection as a whole taken into Manuscripts. Transfers made from there. - To Photographic Archive - Photographs mainly of Stephens Island, wildlife and bird life - To Drawings & Prints Collection - Sketches of bird life and Stephens Island. Processing information: Restriction information updated in September 2019, following a review of the donation information. In December 2019 the descriptive records of some files from the 84-180 sequence were augmented; these 185 records formerly from boxes 84-180-01 to 84-180-18 now have reference numbers MS-Papers-12464-001 to MS-Papers-12464-185.

Date: Dec 1899-Jun 1905

Reference: qMS-0643-0656

Description: Library has Dec 1899-Dec 1900 (No 1-6); Mar, Jun, Sep 1901; Mar Jun Dec 1902; Jun 1903; Jun 1904 Arrangement: qMS-0643-0656 are boxed together Edited by F Hutchinson Jnr, Rissington, Hawkes Bay Quantity: 14 volume(s). Physical Description: Mss (26 cm; illustrated cream wraps, in grey cloth box)

Date: 15 Mar 1964, 1962-1963

From: Falla, Robert Alexander (Sir), 1901-1979 : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-2366-309

Date: 1773

By: Forster, Johann Georg Adam, 1754-1794

Reference: MS-Papers-10948

Description: Photocopy of a portion of Forster's manuscript Observationes Historiam Naturalem Spectantes ... which contains description of plants, birds and fish discovered at Dusky Sound in 1773. Copy taken from photographic copy at the British Museum. Quantity: 1 folder(s). 0.01 Linear Metres.

Date: 1836-1872

By: Taylor, Richard (Rev), 1805-1873

Reference: MS-Papers-0254

Description: Material sent by Richard Taylor to the Church Missionary Society, 1836-1866; consisting of letters between Taylor and others; various documents; extracts from Taylor's journal (showing considerable variation from the original); Family register; Taylor's notebook relating largely to New Zealand geology and natural history Quantity: 51 folder(s). 1 Linear Metres. Finding Aids: Detailed inventory available. Transfers: To Drawings & Prints Collection - Rev Richard Taylor. Sketchbook, loose sketches and scrapbook transferred to Art Collection (E296 and Micro Art 7).

Date: [ca 1889]

Reference: PA4-0644

Description: Stereoscopic photograph of the Interior of the Natural History Department, Washington, DC, USA. Photograph taken by B W Kilburn, ca 1889. Inscriptions: Recto - beneath image - Interior of National History Department, Washington, DC USA; Verso - Photographed and published by B W Kilburn.... Littleton N.H. Quantity: 1 b&w original photographic print(s). Physical Description: Albumen print

Date: 1856-1912

By: Matthews family

Reference: Micro-MS-0565

Description: Account book for Rev Joseph Matthews and Matthews Brothers of Kaitaia 1856-1863, 1870; diary of his son, R H Matthews reflecting activities as a farmer, builder, naturalist and lay reader 1863-1912; also diaries of his sons, E C and W Matthews 1898-1900 Source of title - Supplied Quantity: 2 microfilm reel(s) positive. Physical Description: Typescript (microfilm)

Date: 1979

By: Falla, Robert Alexander (Sir), 1901-1979

Reference: OHColl-0508/1

Description: Interviews Sir Robert Falla about the voyage of the HMS Waikato. Interview takes place at the end of the Nature Conservation Council tour in 1979. Quantity: 1 C45 cassette(s). 1 event(s) possibly two on one cassette. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - no abstract(s) available.

Date: 1821-1852, [1990s]

By: Wennerbom, Alan John, active 1990s

Reference: MS-Group-0829

Description: Comprises a copy of Wennerbom's thesis, in which the contrasts between the careers of Lyell, Mantell, and other contemporary English geologists are explored, as well as their relationship with English society, and the scientific establishment of the time. Includes tables and a bibliography. Also, a bound copy of the transcription of correspondence between Charles Lyell and Gideon Mantell, concerning the geology and fossils of the South Sussex Downs, but including, as their friendship developed, news and opinions of other naturalists and associates in Europe and the Americas, contemporary geological theories and discoveries, political and social gossip, and family news. Includes sketches of geological and palaeontological subjects, and letters from other members of Charles Lyell's family. Includes annotations to letters and notes on the sources of the originals. Source of title - Supplied Other Titles - Charles Lyell and Gideon Mantell, 1821-1852: Their quest for elite status in English geology (PHD Thesis) Relationship complexity - Originals with Mantell Family papers. Wennerbom completed a PhD thesis at the University of Sydney, `Charles Lyell and Gideon Mantell, 1821-1852: their quest for elite status in English geology' in 1999; included with the thesis is a transcription of the correspondence between Lyell and his family and Mantell; most of the letters are from the Mantell papers at the Alexander Turnbull Library Quantity: 1 volume(s) (279 letters). 7 folder(s). 0.15 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Typescript Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Donated by Dr A J Wennerbom, Woollahra, New South Wales, May 1999 and July 1999. Thesis contains numerous tables; the copy of correspondence, sketches made by Lyell and Mantell.

Date: 1881-1917

By: McLean, John Chambers, 1871-1918

Reference: MS-Group-0263

Description: Consists of a small amount of correspondence, 1906-1913; diary entries, with gaps, Jan 1913-Jan 1917; notebooks, dated 1881-1912, six of which are labelled McL 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 and 8 respectively, containing entries relating to specific birds and egg and feather finds and various bird-watching trips including many to Cape Kidnappers, Tutira and other areas in Poverty Bay and Hawkes Bay and one to Stewart Island and loose notes also relating to specific birds and to trips; newspaper clippings of columns and articles relating to natural science and history and to ornithology, 1888-1916 and copies of articles written by McLean. Source of title - supplied title Relationship complexity - see also MS-Papers-2145 John Chambers McLean was educated at Nelson College and then farmed Waitohu Station, Poverty Bay in partnership with his father. He was a keen ornithologist, belonged to many ornithological and related societies and published in `Ibis', the journal of the Zoological Society of London. He drowned in 1918 while attempting to cross the Waipaoa River. Quantity: 15 folder(s). 6 volume(s). 0.22 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescript and printed matter Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Dr C N Challies, Christchurch, 1993, 1997

Date: [ca 1789-1855]

By: Swainson, William, 1789-1855

Reference: MS-Papers-1263

Description: Travel notebooks 1808-1812; religious commonplace book; notes on Nepal insects, Indian birds; letters concerning Hutt sections,; family biographical and bibliographical material Quantity: 5 folder(s). 0.05 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph, mss, typescripts and photographs (some photocopies) Finding Aids: Inventory available. Provenance: Various provenances; see inventory

Date: [19--]

From: Adkin, George Leslie, 1888-1964 : Papers and diaries

Reference: MS-Papers-0261-08/2

Description: Periodical articles mainly from the NZ Railways magazine. Historical, biographical, mainly by James Cowan, and natural history. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 7 Nov 1994 - 07 Nov 1994

From: The Men in Our Lives oral history project

By: Drew, Frank Henry, 1913-1998

Reference: OHInt-0406-16

Description: Frank Drew was born in Wanganui. Outlines his family background - grandfather, Samuel Henry founded the Wanganui Regional Museum and also founded the firm Drew Jewellers (Wanganui) - father, Henry George was a highly skilled taxidermist working to produce exhibits for many different museums around New Zealand, and was an honorary curator of Wanganui Regional Museum. Frank describes in detail his father's interest in natural history. Refers to Andreas Reischek, also refers to the Collection of New Zealand birds at the Wembley Exhibition. Frank worked as a clerk for the Royal Insurance for eight years. He joined the Airforce during the war and was kept on as an instructor. When the war ended he joined the family business taking over when his father retired in 1948. The optician's side of the business was dropped when father retired. Describes Percy Bremington, a jeweller employed in the workshop in 1915, remaining with the firm until his death at the age of 82. Other people mentioned are; Logan Keatley (watchmaker); Archie Robertson (an enthusiastic photographer); Cray O'Connor (a wool auctioneer); T W Downes; Norm Hubbard and Nixon's boat yard. Mentions a trophy, the Russell Grace Hunt Club Cup (1901). Abstracted by - Michelle Horwood Interviewer(s) - Susan Hawes Recorded by - Susan Hawes Venue - not given Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-006793--006794 Quantity: 2 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 2 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-1540. 5 photographs taken at various stages of Frank's life.

Date: 14 April 1993 - 14 Apr 1993

From: Woodford House Oral History Project

By: Rotman, Helen Elizabeth, 1936-

Reference: OHInt-0061/39

Description: Helen Elizabeth Rotman (nee Clark) born Napier. Gives some family background - father, Arthur Gruchy Clark, a doctor, served in World War I and II. Recalls story about father being shot in the head and presumed dead during World War I (six months before war ended) but survived to serve in World War II. Talks about father's interest in natural history and his influence on her choice of career. Gives reasons for choosing to study starfish and describes different kinds of starfish. Refers to professor of zoology, Laurie Richardson (a Canadian), and his dislike of women. Also refers to Barry Fell, a spectacular lecturer. Mentions joining the Eotanin Research boat at Smithsonian. Continues talking of experiences in Malta and Ghana. Reflects back on schooldays at Woodford House which she attended for a year and a half before going to Napier Park High. Feels the only advantage gained from Woodford House was that it was one of the few girls' schools recognised overseas. Describes Miss Hogg and Miss Moseley. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Wellington Interviewer(s) - Mary Varnham Venue - 10 Rifle Range Road, Ohariu Valley, Wellington Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-005696 Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available AB-1194. One photocopy of a b&w photograph of Helen Rotman standing beside a donkey

Date: 1961

From: Mayo, Eileen Rosemary (Dame), 1906-1994 :[Smaller works on paper. 1920s-1990s]

Reference: B-131-13-036

Description: A range of natural history drawings, including leaves, snow crystals, shells, crustacea, and disected vegetables Quantity: 1 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink drawing on card, 240 x 180 mm

Date: 12 May 2010

From: Somes Islanders oral history project

By: Lambie, James Stuart, 1972-

Reference: OHInt-0995-03

Description: Interview with Jim (James) Lambie, born in Stratford in 1972. Explains his early childhood memories of a trip to Somes Island when he was four. Mentions his father was a livestock officer with the Ministry of Agriculture (MAF) in the 1970s and the family lived on the Island for short period. Recalls a massive flood in the Hutt Valley, and seeing debris washing past the island. Comments on attending kindergarten in Petone, and the smell from the Gear Meat plant. Refers to living in Gisborne until they returned to Somes Island in 1981 when he was eight. Mentions moving to Turangi in 1986. Talks about the Somes Island community and the children living there. Discusses daily routines revolving around the boat, after school jobs, and freedom on the island although some facilities were off limits. Comments on the lifestyle, grocery shopping, emergencies, and Christmas on the Island. Talks about gun emplacements and beaches as playgrounds, fishing off the wharf, beachcombing and chasing skinks. Mentions long-term friendships he developed with other children on the Island. Refers to his father's work with Forest and Bird volunteers planting trees on the island from 1981 and watching the island change. Mentions that MAF trusted Forest and Bird and Rod Sutherland was pivotal. Reflects on his time living on Somes Island as being privileged and special. Refers to working on the island as a university student, and returning for reunions. Outlines his work in natural resource management with Wellington and Horizons Regional Councils and his passion for natural history. Interviewer(s) - Paulette Wallace Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHDL-001642 Quantity: 1 digital sound recording(s). 1 Electronic document(s) - abstract. 1 printed abstract(s). 1 digital photograph(s). 1 interview(s). 2.16 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHDL-001649, OHA-7470. Search dates: 1972 - 2010