Barrister. Labour Member of Parliament for North Shore 1946-1949, for Waitakere 1963-1969, and for Henderson 1969-1978; Minister of Justice, Aviation & Meteorological Services, and Attorney General 1972-1975. Queen's Counsel. Personal papers held at Archives New Zealand.
Finlay, Allan Martyn, 1912-1999
Transcripts of interviews with Sir Alister McIntosh, Ormond Wilson, Martyn Finlay, Lady...
Date: Sep 1978-May 1979
From: King, Michael (Dr), 1945-2004: Collection
Reference: MS-Papers-2096-2
Description: Transcripts of interviews with Arnold Nordmeyer, Sir Alister McIntosh and E A Gibson with notes on Peter Feraser; a further acquisition of transcripts of interviews with Ormond Wilson, Martyn Finlay, Mrs Baxter, Alister McIntosh and Lady McIntosh Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Typescript
Te Puea - Correspondence relating to the text
Date: [1975-1976]
From: King, Michael (Dr), 1945-2004: Collection
Reference: 85-080-04/08
Description: Outward correspondence relating to text of King's biography in progress and completed text. Letters to identifed persons entered under Name below. Also includes letters to Heeni, Bob re translation, Mrs Winiata, Mrs Thomas, Dr McDowall, Sir Henry [Kelleher?], Mr Ropiha, Mr Ihaka, Dr Meade, Dr Jones, Mr Metekingi, and the Cape Reinga lighthouse. Quantity: 1 folder(s).
Inward and outward correspondence, script and other papers
Date: 1964, 1975-1977
From: Curnow, Thomas Allen Monro, 1911-2001 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-2402-12
Description: Inward and outward correspondence with family and friends; identified persons entered under Name below. Also includes letters from Dick, Hanover; Roy; Mrs Milton Starr [?], Zaro, Washington DC; letters to John, Citizens for Rowling Campaign; D & L; and correspondence between Curnow and Pauli, London; programme for confirmation of honorary degree (Dec 1975) at Canterbury University and script for NZBC series `Looking at ourselves' (1964). Quantity: 1 folder(s).
Personalities
Date: [ca 1890-1950]
From: New Zealand Free Lance : Photographic prints and negatives
Reference: PAColl-0785-1-059
Description: Photographs of men and women, including politicians and their wives, singers and clergy, circa 1880 to 1950, made for publication in the New Zealand Free Lance. Quantity: 26 b&w original photographic print(s). Physical Description: Silver gelatin prints
Personal papers
Date: [1941]-2002
From: McLeod, Jennifer Helen, 1941-2022: Collection
Reference: MS-Papers-7349-128
Description: Comprises McLeod's birth certificate, educational reports and certificates, personal references, correspondence relating to the immigration of David Roupell, greeting card from Dorothy, discharge certificate, letter from Vera, Ohakune, appointment diary with addresses, correspondence and papers relating to change of ownership problems with car, computer malfunction, Radio Wards and US Information Agency certificates and other papers Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Holographs, mss, typescripts, printed matter (some photocopies)
Lodge, Nevile Sidney, 1918-1989 :Dr A M Finlay may be right when he says New Zealand ha...
Date: 1961
From: Lodge, Nevile Sidney 1918-1989 :[Archive of original cartoons for the Evening Post and Sports Post, 1941 to 1988]
Reference: B-137-404
Description: Cartoon shows a man dozing in an armchair after reading news headlines talkingh about the serious situation in Laos, produce dumping on the United Kingdom market, and New Zealand's actions noted abroad. The lower line of vignettes shows the passion that another man puts into cheering on his racehorse, insisting upon a full glass of beer with no "collar" (froth), and urging his son to a better performance with a football so that he can be an All Black one day. Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink drawing 203 x 345 mm, on sheet 255 x 380 mm.
Henderson, George Duncan, 1911-1985 :Agriculture needed a new deal - Dr. A.M. Finlay. 9...
Date: 1963
From: Henderson, George Duncan, 1911?-1985:[Collection of cartoons by George Henderson (Hen). 1961-1984]
By: Taranaki daily news (Newspaper)
Reference: A-445-011
Description: Shows Arnold Nordmeyer leader of the opposition with a bicycle made for two; he is courting a pretty cow sitting on a farm gate and holding a bucket labelled 'Farm vote'. Refers to the opposition's appeal to the rural vote ahead of the December 1963 election. Caption in pencil on verso reads 'Daisy, Daisy, give me your answer do. I'm half crazy all for the love of you. It won't be a stylish wedding I have no pay for your bedding. But you'll look sweet upon the seat of a bicycle built for two.' Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink on paper 150 x 200 mm
Minhinnick, Gordon Edward George (Sir), 1902-1992: The boy stood on the burning deck…
Date: 3 July 1974
From: Skinner, Thomas Edward (Sir), 1909-1991: Cartoons collected by Sir Thomas Skinner
Reference: C-179-111
Description: Hugh Watt is trying to steer a burning ship labelled "Waiheke Fireball". Skinner is depicted as a cat. Notes on the deck read "Sorry called away - Basil Arthur", "Apologies for abesence - Finlay", and "Best wishes Norm". Quantity: 1 original cartoon(s). Physical Description: Ink and blue pencil on paper, 385 x 500 mm
Papers relating to imprisonment as conscientious objector during World War Two
Date: 1944-1945
From: Palmer, Christopher David Reeves, 1921- : Papers relating to imprisonment as conscientious objector during World War Two
Reference: MS-Papers-10458-2
Description: Papers relating to Palmer's escape from Strathmore Detention Camp in 1944 and subsequent imprisonment at Rangipo Prison; correspondence by Theodore Reeves Palmer (father) with prison authorities, prime minister and others re his son's case, 1945 Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss and typescripts
Interviews with Martin and Peggy Finlay
Date: 16 Apr. 1998 - 16 Apr 1998
From: I am a dark river (Bob Lowry Oral History Project)
By: Finlay, Allan Martyn, 1912-1999; Finlay, Peggy, active 1960s
Reference: OHInt-0589/05
Description: Martyn Finlay recalls meeting Bob Lowry at political occasions and the Lowry parties, mentions home-brewed beer. Recalls the Dobbie brothers, A.R.D. Fairburn and the magazine, Here and Now. Talks about family, friends and Bob Lowry's decline. Peggy Finlay recalls meeting Bob Lowry as a newcomer to the political scene and talks about his depression and decline. Interviewer(s) - Tessa Mitchell Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-009021a Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 40 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-2830. Search dates: 1950 - 1963
The Milner affair
Date: 1968
From: Curnow, Thomas Allen Monro, 1911-2001 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-2402-29
Description: File relating to Milner and the affair of his cancelled visit of 1968, Curnow's record of events and correspondence, especially with Brasch, Rhodes, Milner etc. Includes correspondence, `The Milner affair' (5 leaves), article by Richard S Rudman, correspondence and papers re AUT meeting (10 Jul 1968), copies of Auckland University correspondence with Milner, newsclippings. Letter in `The New Zealander' (4 Nov 1968) by Brasch. Quantity: 1 folder(s).
Meeting minutes, correspondence and related papers
Date: 1982-1994
From: Catley, Christine McKelvie Cole (Dame), 1922-2011 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-11651-341
Description: Contains minutes of various Sargeson Trust meetings (1983-1994), together with related correspondence, financial statements, agendas and reports. Also includes draft lease agreement with the Auckland City Council relating to Frank Sargeson Centre. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts and printed matter (some photocopies)
Memoirs about New Zealand Prime Ministers and Martyn Finlay
Date: 2002-2007
From: Catley, Christine McKelvie Cole (Dame), 1922-2011 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-11651-382
Description: First memoir covers Catley's experiences with various New Zealand Prime Ministers; the second concerns Martin Finlay. Also some related correspondence. Christine Cole Catley worked as Martyn Finlay's election campaign manager in 1946 Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss and typescripts
Papers relating to Martyn Finlay
Date: [1961-2004]
From: Catley, Christine McKelvie Cole (Dame), 1922-2011 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-11651-066
Description: Includes correspondence between Finlay and Catley, covering a long friendship, and some letters from Zelda, Finlay's widow. Also includes drafts of an article on Finlay by Catley - `The non-religious missionary'; a short, unpublished biography of Finlay by Derek Round; an article on Finlay probably by Professor Bernard Brown of Auckland University; papers relating to the establishment of a memorial scholarship in honour of Finlay; copies of a Parliamentary address, and a budget speech (1978). Christine Cole Catley worked as Martyn Finlay's election campaign manager in 1946 Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss, typescripts, printed matter
Correspondence and other papers
Date: 1978, 1995, 2003-2005
From: Catley, Christine McKelvie Cole (Dame), 1922-2011 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-11651-120
Description: Contains correspondence between King and Catley in the form of letters and printed emails, mainly dating from the 2003-2004 period. They cover various topics, including King's ill health, other writers, book reviews and the Sargeson trust. Also copies of correspondence with other individuals on related matters. Further material includes transcript of interview between King and Martyn Finlay (26 Oct 1978). Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Typescripts and printed matter (some photocopies)
New Zealand University Students Association :"... a pernicious piece of legislation ......
Date: 1975
From: [New Zealand posters concerning abortion, including those produced by pro and anti-abortion groups. 1970s].
By: New Zealand University Students' Association
Reference: Eph-C-ABORTION-1975-01
Description: Poster protesting against the Hospitals Amendment Act which was to allow therapeutic abortions to take place only in public hospitals and approved private hospitals. The Auckland Medical Aid Centre would therefore be unable to continue carrying out abortions. Poster shows an illustration of a woman's face torn down the middle, with a tear running from one eye. Quantity: 1 colour art print(s). Physical Description: Screenprint, 302 x 428 mm. Provenance: Donated by Karen Lee in 2014
Letters
Date: August-November 1978
From: Glover, Denis James Matthews, 1912-1980 : Papers
Reference: 80-387-015
Description: Comprises inwards and outwards letters (carbon copies). Includes newspaper clippings, New Zealand Literary Fund newsletter, Radio New Zealand (BCNZ) copyright approval form, book price list, TV ONE contract, poem for Denis Glover (possibly by Lauris Edmond), and rough draft of poem by Glover.. Arrangement: Previously arranged as 80-387 Box one Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Typescript Mss
Correspondence April 1977 to July 1978
Date: April 1977-July 1978
From: Glover, Denis James Matthews, 1912-1980 : Papers
Reference: 80-387-065
Description: Comprises inwards and outwards letters (carbon copies) between April 1977 and July 1978. Includes 'The Timeball' newsletter, annotated drafts of 'Dauntless Doleman - Airman, Sailor' poem by Denis Glover, copies of two letters by A.R.D Fairburn dated 1929, copy of 'The Tory press' magazine, invitation to launch of 'Drunkard's garden' poems by Sam Hunt, PEN report and newspaper clippings. Names selectively indexed. Arrangement: Previously arranged as 80-387 Box three Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss Typescript Printed material
Correspondence July to September 1978
Date: July-Sept 1978
From: Glover, Denis James Matthews, 1912-1980 : Papers
Reference: 80-387-051
Description: Comprises inwards and outwards letters (carbon copies) between July and September 1978. Includes newspaper clippings, PEN Gazette, newsletter. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss Typescript Printed material Processing information: Previously arranged as 80-387 Box three. Names selectively indexed.
Opening address to the Conference / Martyn Finlay
Date: [19--]
From: Fraser, Alice Janet Kemp, 1934-2004: Family papers
Reference: MS-Papers-11809-08
Description: Opening address given by Dr Martyn Finlay to an unidentified Labour Party conference giving his impressions of Peter Fraser gained as a Labour member of parliament between 1946-1949 Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Typescript