Private presses

Date: 1964-1990

From: McCormick, Eric Hall (Dr), 1906-1995 : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-5292-023

Description: Includes drafts of outward correspondence by McCormick. Included with letters from Brian Gregory are `Cicada moon'(poems); `For the company' (three short stories); `Thanks to Picasso' (eight drawings) by Gregory Other Titles - For the company; three short stories by Brian Gregory (Lyric Press, 1978) Other Titles - Cicada moon; poems by Brian Gregory (Lyric Press, 1979) Other Titles - Thanks to Picasso; eight drawings by Brian Gregory (1977) Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Mss and typescripts

Date: 1947

By: Taylor, Ernest Mervyn, 1906-1964

Reference: A-353-021

Description: Woodcut showing a house and garden behind a dilapidated fence. Inscriptions: Recto - bottom right - G M Trigg[?] Quantity: 1 b&w art print(s). Physical Description: Woodcut image 75 x 102 mm on sheet 235 x 194 mm. Provenance: Purchased from Anah Dunsheath in 2002.

Date: 1995-1996

From: Middleton, Ian, 1928- : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-6381-40

Description: Personal/business correspondence Dale Copeland and Paul Hutchinson of Puniho Art Press, publishers of `Harvest' (1995); includes sales data Other Titles - Harvest (a novel) Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: ca1950-ca1955

From: Thorp, Nigel fl 1995 :Photographs

By: Ayson, Graeme, 1912-1990; Lowry, Vanya, 1943-

Reference: PAColl-4970

Description: Collection comprises: Photographs of the interior of auction rooms probably in Masterton ca 1950s Photograph of oven designed to measure the moisture content of cheese Portrait of Boby and Irene Lowry on their wedding day on 9 April 1936 Photograph of Buller Press, Wesport, demolishing old Warfdale press Photographs of Bob Lawry private press books and printing on display, taken by his daughter Vanya Lowry Aerial photographs of World War One battlefields in France, specifically Somme Quantity: 9 b&w original photographic print(s).

Date: 1960-1962

By: Parr, Christopher J, 1931?-

Reference: MS-Papers-6868

Description: Comprises photocopies of completed bibliography by Parr of the Wesleyan Missionary Society Printing Press, Mangungu, Hokianga (1836-1845) and of his working copy, including source references (1962) and two letters from W J Cameron relating to the press and his interest in it (1960) Source of title - Transcribed Quantity: 1 volume(s) (2 pieces in case folder). 1 folder(s) (2 pieces). 0.03 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph (photocopy) and typescript

Date: 24 04 1995 - 24 Apr 1995

From: Interviews about Denis Glover by Gordon Ogilvie

By: Cleveland, Francis Leslie, 1921-2014; Cleveland, Mary, 1943-

Reference: OHInt-0576-03

Description: Les and Mary Cleveland were contemporaries of Denis Glover in Wellington. Les Cleveland talks about meeting Denis Glover at the Caxton Press in Christchurch, and his experience as a client of Glover's. Mentions Glover's work at the Wingfield Press. Talks about the culture of post-war drinking that Glover was involved with, the pubs and the consequent short working days. Les Cleveland talks about Glover's wife Khura and describes their relationship. Recalls Glover's poetic style as lyrical, and giving insights into the South Island landscape. Comments that 'Sings Harry' was Glover's best work, and compares it to contemporary poets Allen Curnow and Rex Fairburn. Les Cleveland comments on Glover as a performer, which, combined with the alcohol, was his downfall. Talks about Glover's son, Rupert, and the difficult early years he and his mother experienced on their own without Glover. Mary Cleveland talks about Janet Paul and Glover's relationship, and describes Janet Paul's reaction to love poems Glover wrote to her and published after they separated. Mentions the recording of Glover's poems that Les Cleveland made. Mary Cleveland talks about an incident at Waiteata Press when Glover and Paul visited Mary and Les Cleveland there. Describes Felicity's kindness to Glover after Khura died. Interviewer(s) - Gordon Ogilvie Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-8790 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-2802.

Date: 20 April, 1995 - 20 Apr 1995

From: Interviews about Denis Glover by Gordon Ogilvie

By: Wall, Arnold, 1908-1998

Reference: OHInt-0576-25

Description: Arnold Wall met Denis Glover in the 1950's in Christchurch, where Wall was working at 3YA and before Glover was at Pegasus Press. Wall wrote poetry and later became a book editor. Recalls their long working days in pubs, talks about Wall's father's dislike of Glover, mentions Mary Glover and Khura Glover, describes the events leading to Glover no longer working at Pegasus for Albion Wright. Mentions editing 'Hot Water Sailor and Land Lubber Ho!' and his approach to editing a deceased person's work. Mentions a story Glover wrote for Radio 3YA. Talks about visiting Glover at Paekakariki and Glover's relationship with his wife Khura. Mentions spontaneously celebrating Allen and Jenny Curnow's wedding with Glover from 10.30am on a working day and still celebrating with Members of Parliament (M.P.) wives at the end of the day. Recalls events surrounding the funeral of Glover's wife, Khura. Recalls a weekend Glover spent with the Walls in 1972 or 1973 when he drank Lemon and Paeroa and was as much fun as when he drank alcohol. Mentions Glover's behaviour after drinking alcohol at a party at the Walls, soon after he had married Lyn Glover. Mentions Dick Reynolds who bought pieces of Glover's original manuscripts. Interviewer(s) - Gordon Ogilvie Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHInt-008804 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 45 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-2817.

Date: 6 May, 1995 - 06 May 1995

From: Interviews about Denis Glover by Gordon Ogilvie

By: Lambert, Arthur, active 1950-1995

Reference: OHInt-0576-18

Description: Arthur Lambert was a contemporary of Denis Glover. Talks about Caxton Press, Glover's partner Dinny Donovan whose father financed it, and Leo Bensemann's management of it during the war. Mentions new machinery increased business after the war and Glover's management of the press. Describes events that threatened the press, Dinny Donovan's return to manage it and Glover's move to Pegasus Press. Describes meeting Glover before the war, his navy involvement, the Banks Peninsula Cruising Club and later the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. Mentions Glover's second wife Khura Glover as well as Jack Allan. Describes events leading to Glover resigning his naval commission. Talks about Mick Stimpson who had been in the navy. Mentions Glover's first wife Mary Glover, his longterm relationship with the navy, anecdotes about ex-navy collegues and examples of his wit. Interviewer(s) - Gordon Ogilvie Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-008802 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 60 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-2814.

Date: [1967-1991]

From: Campbell, Alistair Te Ariki, 1925-2009: Collection

Reference: MS-Papers-7885-02

Description: Published items relating to Bottle Creek, the Bottle Press, Sam Hunt and others associated with Bottle Creek; titles entered in Other Titles field. Most covers designed by Robin White. Other Titles - Sam Hunt - From Bottle Creek; selected poems 1967-69 Other Titles - Bottle Creek exhibition catalogue Other Titles - Postcards of a cabbage tree by sam Hunt Other Titles - Bottle Creek Blues by Sam Hunt Other Titles - A letter to Jerusalem by Sam Hunt Other Titles - Poems from Bottle Creek (one); a flat fat blues by Sam Hunt Other Titles - Beward the man by sam Hunt Other Titles - Poems from Bottle Creek (two), A song about her by Sam Hunt Other Titles - Three poems of separation by sam Hunt Other Titles - Jerusalem blues 2 by James K Baxter Other Titles - Drinking horn by Alistair Campbell Other Titles - Over Makara by Jack Lasenby Other Titles - Walk the black path by Alistair Campbell Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1947

From: [Ephemera of octavo size relating to literature, literary events]

By: Caxton Press (Christchurch, N.Z.)

Reference: Eph-A-LITERATURE-1947-01

Description: Announces the imminent publication of the first issue of "Landfall". Issued for display about Landfall, March-April 1997. Inscriptions: Recto - top right - (Stamp): ALEXANDER TURNBULL LIBRARY 19 Feb 1947 Quantity: 1 album(s). Physical Description: Letterpress 215 mm.

Date: 1880

By: Branfill, Benjamin Aylett, 1828-1899; Chapman Tripp & Company

Reference: Objects-1212

Description: Object made up of a Mordon & Co. portable copying press and a copy book. The press includes the cover with cast iron clasps, instructions for use, the copy book, Zuccato papyrographic paper and board required to make copies. The previous owner, artist Benjamin Aylett Branfill, has written his name on the inside cover of both the press and copy book. The book contains copied correspondence of Colonel Branfill, which date from 20 January 1880 to 12 December 1880. Letters are addressed to his wife, children and business contacts. Much of his writing appears to be on the subject of Christianity and the Bible. Title supplied by Library. Inscriptions: Verso - centre - On press cover board verso, "BA Branfill Jany 12 1880"; Verso - centre - On copybook cover board verso, "BA Branfill Jany 1880" Artworks by Benjamin Aylett Branfill at Library reference G-007 and A-007-019. Quantity: 1 object(s). Physical Description: One copying press 22 x 15 cm, metal and paper. Provenance: The press and copy book were found in a vault at Chapman Tripp when the company moved premises in 2022.

Date: 17 Sep 1995

From: Interviews about Denis Glover by Gordon Ogilvie

By: Drew, John, 1913-

Reference: OHInt-0576-06

Description: John Drew was an early business partner of Denis Glover. Describes their establishment of the Caxton Club Press (later called The Caxton Press) with Glover managing the printing and Drew seeking the business, and financing the Press via Drew's aunts. Describes Mary Glover (Glover's first wife) and her relationship with Glover. Talks about his own father, arriving in New Zealand in 1882. Describes turning down a large inheritance and opportunity in Kenya in order to continue with Glover and the Caxton Press. Talks about getting a loan from a family contact for upgrading equipment; Leo Bensemann's involvement during World War II; factors leading to Dennis Donovan asking Glover to leave Caxton Press. Talks about Glover moving on to Pegasus Press and the Technical Correspondence Institute and being asked to leave both for the same reason. Drew describes his feelings about being paid out of the Caxton Press and the resultant change in his friendship with Glover. Discusses the literary relationship between Allen Curnow and Glover; Glover's relationship with his wives; his friendship with Albion Wright; and summarises his view of Glover. Interviewer(s) - Gordon Ogilvie Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-8798 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1 interview(s). 45 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-2808.

Date: [ca 1968-2000]

By: O'Leary, Michael, 1950-

Reference: MS-Papers-6967

Description: Research material relating to small presses in New Zealand acquired as part of O'Leary's Library and Information Studies research essay Source of title - Supplied Other Titles - Small press publishing in New Zealand, an historical background (Essay) Quantity: 10 folder(s). 0.30 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holographs and typescripts

Date: [1950-1960]

From: Danilow family : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-6520-09

Description: Comprises registration of printing press (1950); samples of cards available, printing styles, notepaper samples, programmes done by press and various cards; A P Checkhov's `Six short stories' (1960), `Slovo o Polku Igoreve', work about Igoreve, researched and printed by Danilow; and Le Cercle Litteraire Francais de Wellington programme for `Le Train pour Venise' (1952) Language - The Polku Igoreve and Checkov items are in Russian; the Checkhov is also translated into English Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [1950]-1998

From: Ogilvie, Gordon Bryant, 1934- : Papers relating to Denis Glover

Reference: MS-Papers-7252-059

Description: Printed material and notes relating to Caxton Press Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1952, 1970

By: Andrews, (Mr), active 1970

Reference: MS-Papers-7702

Description: Two letters from Eugene Grayland to Andrews about the Colenso Press and photocopy of an article about it by Alastair H F Atkinson from `Biblionews' (v5, n13, Dec 1952) Source of title - Supplied Other - Mr Andrews may be Peter Andrews Quantity: 1 folder(s). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph, typescript and printed matter 9photocopy) Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Purchased from Smith's Bookshop, Wellington, Apr 2003

Date: 1975-1979

By: Hawk Press

Reference: 81-125

Description: Financial records, drafts and proof copies of publications, and other printing jobs such as letterheads, invitations etc. Relationship complexity - See TAPUHI for further Hawk Press records The Hawk Press was established in 1975 by Alan and Alison Loney. It specialises in fine typography and printing and they design all that they print. They produce books under their own imprint and design and for other publishers. The press mainly publishes poetry. Quantity: 8 box(es) (phase boxes). 3 folder(s). 2.66 Linear Metres. Processing information: Items not yet described Collection not yet listed Access requirement for permission of the Chief Librarian removed 2 October 2023.

Date: 1940-2002

By: New Zealand Book Council

Reference: ATL-Group-00870

Description: Material consists of meeting minutes, correspondence, reports and research notes on various programmes and events. Also includes material from display boards for a 1980s exhibition about small presses and New Zealand publishing history. The boards had captions, photographs, photocopies, original items, mostly stuck on with cellotape. Includes material on Caxton Press, Pilgrim Press, Pelorus Press, Robert Lowry, Taylor's Mistake Press, Wa-te-ata Press, Aspect Press and Pumpkin Press. Only one board remains in its original state. Includes an audio cassette relating to the Words on Wheels programme. The New Zealand Book Council was established in 1972 and is an independent, non-profit, national organization. Through a wide variety of activities and programmes, the New Zealand Book Council seeks to both promote and support New Zealand literature as well as encourage reading and an appreciation for literature in the general community. Major programmes run by the New Zealand Book Council include: Writers in Schools, Meet the Author, Words on Wheels and International Writer Exchange. Quantity: 30 box(es) 8 folders. 7.80 Linear Metres. 1 C90 cassette(s). Physical Description: audiocassette, mss, typescripts, illustrative and printed matter Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Donated by New Zealand Book Council, 2004 (A2004-211) and 2005 (A2005-014), 2011 (A2011-141) Transfers: To Photographic Archive - Photographs relating to the Words on wheels programme.

Date: [1970-1999]

By: Aspect Press (Porirua, N.Z.)

Reference: MS-Group-1348

Description: Log books of samples kept by Philip Parr recording his work operating Aspect Press from 1971 to 1992; the samples include cards, visiting cards, letterheads etc Source of title - Supplied by Library Quantity: 6 folder(s). 6 volume(s). 0.20 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph, mss, typescripts and printed matter Transfers: To Book Collections - Various published items - To Ephemera Collection - Various items - To Photographic Archive - Various photographs; now with PAColl-8291.

Date: 1984-1990

By: Elibank Press

Reference: MS-Papers-4957

Description: Contains records of and examples of work produced by the Elibank Press during the period it was operated by Rachel Salmond and Ross Harvey, 1984-1987. Each set of examples is accompanied by a list of the work done during each period, paper and print used and date the work was printed. Also contains some examples of work printed by Salmond and Harvey in Melbourne at the Ancora Press and other miscellaneous material relating to the press and printing. Source of title - supplied title Quantity: 11 folder(s). 0.09 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Mss, typescript and printed matter