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Date: April-September 1993

By: Bishop Julius Hall Association of Ex-Students; Hearnshaw, Victoria Annabel, 1946-; Hazelgrove, Daphne Janet, 1948-

Reference: OHColl-0326

Description: Recorded as part of the Association's suffrage centennial project. Comprises interviews with former residents of the Hall. Interviewees discuss their time at Bishop Julius Hall (Hostel), the influences and decisions that brought them there, and their lives after tertiary study. The Bishop Julius Hall was first opened in 1917 to cater for the growing number of female tertiary students in Christchurch. This site was the official residence of Bishop Churchill Julius, Anglican Bishop of Christchurch (1890-1925), named Bishopcourt. Due to its popularity, a new larger residence was found and opened as the Bishop Julius Hostel in 1924. This building was used until 1973 when a new Hall was built for increased student numbers. The first male resident was admitted to the Bishop Julius Hall of Residence in 1993. Awards/funding - the project received a grant from the Suffrage Centennial Year Trust Whakatu Wahine Interviewer(s) - Vickie Hearnshaw Interviewer(s) - Daphne Hazelgrove The Bishop Julius Hall Old Girl's Association was formed in 1958 with Beryl Wall as the first president. This organisation changed its name to the Bishop Julius Hall Assocation of Ex-Students, after the residence became co-ed. Quantity: 21 C60 cassette(s) - plus agreement forms, biographical information and photographs (19). 20. Photographs of 19 of the interviewees Search dates: 1993

Date: 5 Feb 1996-6 Oct 1996 - 05 Feb 1996 - 06 Oct 1996

By: Walsh, Michael Wehi Mailetonga, active 1989

Reference: OHColl-0610

Description: Examines the links between Nga Rauru of Patea and Ngati Wehiwehi of Otaki which are the result of family connections. The project includes interviews David Marino, Grace Moffatt, Raynor Gibb, Wallace (Wally) O'Conner, Margaret Walsh and Rona Broughton. The interviewees also discuss Te Reo Maori, family and adoption and give a picture of Maori life from about 1915 to the 1950s. Access Contact - See Oral History Librarian Awards/funding - Project received an Award in Oral History Interviewer(s) - Michael Walsh Quantity: 11 C60 cassette(s). 6 printed abstract(s). 6 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete. Provenance: Donor/Lender/Vendor - Donated by Michael Walsh, Wellington, 1996

Date: Sep 1990 - Sep - Nov 1995 - Nov 2002 - 01 Sep 1990 - 01 Nov 2002

By: Khan, Jean Monica, 1931-

Reference: OHColl-0675

Description: Jean M. Khan reads her autobiography which includes details of her family, wartime rationing, fighter planes, the blackout and her father's wartime Air Force experiences in England. Talks of her Fijian husband, their children, becoming a Muslim. Describes living in Fiji and New Zealand, finding work. Includes poems about her lifetime experiences. 'The challenge of a lifetime' comprises poems on the nature of her Islamic faith with some interpretation. Explains her names of Cindy K. Meadows and Sister Yasmin. 'Empathy' elaborates details of, and reinforces, Islamic faith. Describes a visit to Mecca. Includes the introduction to the gospel of Barnabas Quantity: 10 C60 cassette(s). 8 C90 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s) 1 photocopied volume of the typewritten manuscript of 'The challenge of a lifetime'. Complete work. 1 printed abstract(s) 1 printed typescript of 'The one who cares'. Complete work. 1 printed abstract(s) 1 handwritten transcript of 'The one who cares' in four volumes. Complete work. 1 printed abstract(s) 15 articles entitled 'Empathy' bound individually. 1 event(s). 22 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete. Photocopied photographs of Jean M. Khan mounted in the books Search dates: 1939 - 2002

Date: 01 Nov 1991 - 14 Aug 1992 - 01 Nov 1991 - 14 Aug 1992

By: Stace, Hilary Janet, 1954-

Reference: OHColl-1190

Description: Seven interviews covering the establishment, between late 1940 and early 1941, of the Wadestown Playcentre initially in the downstairs of the Presbyterian Hall, and its later shift around 1950 to the local Plunket Rooms. Interviewees discuss their involvement as mother helpers or trained supervisors, obtaining equipment, and the daily routine of the Playcentre. Some became active in the Wellington Playcentre Association. They mention the anti-playcentre feeling in the community and the expected role of women in the 1950s. Interviewees comment on the kindergarten versus playcentre philosophy as well as playcentre's relationship with plunket. Many mention the impetus given to the playcentre movement by educationalist Gwen Somerset, and also refer to Beatrice Beeby and Marie Bell. Interviewees are: Augusta Bohmer, Jean Reid, Joyce Ross, Shirley Rowe, Jeanette Stace, Gwyneth Wright, and joint interview with Bobbie Fawthorpe, Joyce Hudson and Mary Aslin. The collection also includes a recording of speakers at the 50th anniversary lunch held at the Wadestown Community Centre, which is followed by comments on the Wadestown Playcentre from people attending a related evening social. Another recording covers an informal discussion by women who had been involved in the Wadestown Playcentre in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Interviewer(s) - Hilary Stace, Pam Callard Arrangement: Original recordings: OHC-13104 - OHC-13111 Listening copies: LC-7663 - LC-7670 Abstract available: OHA-4574 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 2 event(s). 7 C60 cassette(s). 7 interview(s).

Date: 12 Apr 1975

By: Fox, Charles Elliot (Rev), 1878-1977

Reference: OHColl-0037/1

Description: Charles Elliot Fox came to New Zealand in 1884, where his father served as an Anglican minister in Gisborne. Recalls his childhood in Gisborne; the Tarawera eruption and his mother's death from tuberculosis on the night of the eruption, the possibility of a visit of Te Kooti to Gisborne; attending Napier High School and memories of Te Aute; his study of Greek and Latin and playing cricket and rugby. Discusses attending St John's College, Auckland and pranks played. Describes walking from Napier to Wellington. Comments on the bush around Norsewood and Woodville and Napier before the earthquake. Recalls listening to William Colenso's sermons, and boyhood friendship with Percy Spiller. Describes Samuel and Leonard Williams. Recalls his early interest in Melanesia. Describes time as a headmaster on San Cristobal and experiences with local headhunters. Comments on this practice in relation to weapons supplied by the British. Describes dressing as a Melanesian while living in the islands and preaching sermons in eight languages. Talks about his compilation of a language dictionary and publication of a book on the area. Mentions Bishop Patteson. Comments on colonial government, the Christian mission in the islands and the future of the Solomon Islands. Venue - Waipukarau Interviewer(s) - June Starke Interviewer(s) - Athol Williams Venue - Woburn Hospital, Waipukarau Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-000269 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 folder(s) - handwritten abstract. 1 interview(s). 45 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-7230.

Date: Nov 1988

By: Wells, Stanley Peter, 1920?-; McAlpine, Rachel Phyllis, 1940-

Reference: OHColl-0277/1

Description: Stan Wells recalls being sent by Ada Wells to a Salvation Army orphanage for boys in Temuka when he was six. Describes the few privilages, the starvation diet, no play and the work. Explains having his name changed. Recalls corporal punishments. Talks of his sister Alice known as Bim, sister Edna, also the few women who sheltered him. Talks of money provided by the Masons' Lodge for upkeep of this once grand home and its deterioration. Recalls having top marks in drawing and talks of his inability to play cricket or rugby at school later. Describes memorable days when the boys were allowed out of the orphanage. Explains about his holidays in Oamaru, meeting the Fergusons with whom he went to live, the servant - master relationship with Mr. Ferguson. Discusses similarities in the personalities of Harry Wells and Mr. Ferguson, an organist, and talks about their purchase of an organ. Discusses differenes in attitudes between Hazel Armstrong, who took an interest in him, and Mrs Ferguson. Talks about his work as a 15 year old on a farm at Wanganui, his work on a poultry farm with poor pay, and the cost of meals. Describes his jobs as a gardener. Explains that Bim's work was as a masseuse, also a compiler for Stone's Directory, and relates that she cycled to the West Coast during the Depression. Recalls his schooling, going to war in Egypt in artillery and infantry units, his treatment as a prisoner of war when he worked in coalmine and on a railway. Explains that he was sent to a nursery garden in Temuka on his return. Describes his psychiatric treatment after the war, spending time at Hanmer and names Dr. Bevan Brown, Frank Cook, Len Booth. Talks about religion. Describes visiting Ratana Pa, Wanganui and mentions successful health treatments there. Explains about his love of native bush. Recalls Frank Milner of Waitaki School. Talks of cycling, piano playing and his appreciation of music. Relates about girlfriends, his wife and children. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Christchurch Abstracted by - Linda Bevan Smith Interviewer(s) - Rachel McAlpine Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-002857; 002858; 002859 Quantity: 3 C90 cassette(s). 2.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-3852. Search dates: 1920 - 1960

Date: 04 Aug 1968

From: Open Country Sound Recordings

Reference: OHInt-0002/222

Description: The land of sacks by Amelia Batistich from Te Hapua, the most northerly settlement. Access Contact - see oral history librarian Venue - Wellington Interviewer(s) - Jim Henderson, presenter Interviewer(s) - Selwyn Muru, reader Venue - NZBC Studios, Wellington. Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHT5-0227 Quantity: 1 5" reel(s). 1 event(s). 14 Minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - other no script available.

Date: 8 Oct 1993 - 08 Oct 1993

By: Clunie, Fergus, active 1985-1994

Reference: OHColl-0155/1

Description: Fergus Clunie was Director of the Fiji Museum until the mid 1980s when he came to New Zealand and worked on a King Country farm. He became curator of Pompallier House, which was in dire structural trouble, in early 1988. The Trust (Historic Places Trust) wanted to resolve problems with the building. Refers to Alan Nixon, chief engineer for the Works Consultancy, Ruth Ross, Pompallier House historian, Mr Wilson, project manager, and Jeremy Salmond, conservation architect. Gives details of restoration and describes the goal of achieving a self-generating income for the building compatible with the building's history. Interviewer(s) - Gerry Brackenbury Venue - Russell Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-005462 Quantity: 1 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1. 1.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete Transcript - Ab 1081.

Date: 29 Apr - 30 Jun 1998 - 29 Apr 1998 - 30 Jun 1998

By: White, Bruce, 1933-2004

Reference: OHColl-0420/1

Description: Talks about his childhood, schooling, university education, army service, courtship, marriage and fatherhood. Focuses on his long service at Western Heights High School in Rotorua. Notes that this school was Rotorua West High School until 1961. Describes his teaching of mathematics, different principals while at the school and his own position as Deputy Principal. Interviewer(s) - Kay Edwards Accompanying material - Western Heights High School silver jubilee magazine 1985 and Western Heights High School 1996 magazine Quantity: 7 C90 cassette(s). 1 transcript(s). 1 interview(s). 10 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available OHA-1938.

Date: Aug 1998 to Dec 1999

By: Barrie, Ann Maree, 1947-

Reference: OHColl-0429

Description: Interviews long-time Owhiro Bay residents Roberta and Stanley Hoy, Gordon James (Jim) Goodwin, Heather Packer, Annette Jones, George (Clarry) Wahren, Maureen Hocking, Vera Konig and Clifford Denham about living in the area. Interviewer(s) - Ann Barrie Quantity: 18 C60 cassette(s). 8 printed abstract(s). 8 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete.

Date: Sep 1997 to May 1998

By: McConnochie, Helen, 1925-

Reference: OHColl-0445

Description: Talks to eleven survivors of the 1931 Napier earthquake who were mainly teenagers at the time of the earthquake. Interviewees are Gordon Amner, Keith Dick, John Hohepa, Althaea Sheppard, Russell Spiller, Agnes Terrill, Dorothy Beddows, Christina Ennor, Leonora Martin, Kenneth Spiller and Douglas Storkey. Other - Agreement form says tapes held at Hawkes Bay Museum Archive (Alexander Turnbull Library not mentioned) Interviewer(s) - Helen McConnochie Quantity: 13 C60 cassette(s). 11 printed abstract(s). 11 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete Summary provided.

Date: Sep 1996 to Jul 1997

By: Gough, Elaine, active 1997; Morgan, Janis, active 1997

Reference: OHColl-0446

Description: Talks to people who have lived and worked in the area, near Alexandra, for a long period of time. Orcharding families associated with the area include the Iversens, Taylors and Dawsons. Comments on changes in stone fruit growing and orcharding. Interviewees are Mon McGinnis, Howard Hinton, Dick McArthur, John Campbell, Anne Duncan, Gary Iversen, Eric Hawkins, Mary Ormandy, Gill McLaren, Margaret Matheson, John Taylor, Earnscy Weaver, Pat Ferris and Stan Hanning Interviewer(s) - Elaine Gough Interviewer(s) - Janis Morgan Quantity: 24 C60 cassette(s). 14 transcript(s). 14 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - transcript(s) available.

Date: 1997 - 01 Jan 1997

By: Hooker, Garry, 1939-2022

Reference: OHColl-0568

Description: Life history interviews with seven members of Te Iwi o Te Roroa Interviewer(s) - Garry Hooker Quantity: 20 C60 cassette(s). 2 C120 cassette(s). 7 printed abstract(s). 7 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete.

Date: Jul 1993-Apr 1996 - 10 Jul 1993 - 12 Apr 1996

By: Hemi, Murray, active 1996

Reference: OHColl-0584

Description: The project was recorded to provide some of the history behind the Kahungunu settlement of the Pou-a-Kani (Pouakani) area and the development of the Mangakino township. The project aimed to collect the experiences of those from Ngati Moe who were relocated by the government from the Wairarapa to the Pouakani block in the Waikato as compensation for the loss of the Wairarapa lakes. Access Contact - See oral history librarian Awards/funding - Project received an Award in Oral History Interviewer(s) - Murray Hemi Quantity: 12 C90 cassette(s). 3 printed abstract(s). 3 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete.

Date: 1999-2000 - 29 Oct 1999 - 20 May 2002

By: Selby, Rachael Ann, 1949-; Richmond, Joanna Mary, 1946-; Thorpe, Agnes Anne, 1939-

Reference: OHColl-0673

Description: Maori and Pakeha were interviewed for this project, which looks at the history of Otaki and the lives of ten of its community. Language - mainly English but possibly some Maori within interviews by Rachael Selby Interviewer(s) - Anne Thorpe Interviewer(s) - Rachael Selby Interviewer(s) - Jan Richmond Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-011052 - 011064 Quantity: 8 C60 cassette(s). 5 C90 cassette(s). 10 printed abstract(s) and accompanying photos and material. 10 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete. Several photocopies of photos accompany documentation Search dates: 1930 - 2000

Date: 17 Jun 1989

By: Phillips, John Oliver Crompton, 1947-

Reference: OHColl-0659/1

Description: A meeting organised by Jock Phillips, Chief Historian in the Historical Branch of Department of Internal Affairs, to discuss the proposed New Zealand Historical Atlas. A cross-section of historians, geographers, social scientists and Maori interested parties attended. Principal speakers at the meeting were: Dr. Jack Camm, Editor of The Australians; Jim Milroy and Dr. Sydney Melbourne of Maori Studies, University of Waikato; Mrs Te Aue Davis of Department of Survey and Land Information; Miria Simpson, Assistant Editor Dictionary of New Zealand Biography; Bill Buxton, Arts and Cultural Heritage, Department of Internal Affairs. Sponsored by - Preliminary funding by New Zealand Lottery Grants Board Venue - Stout Research Centre, Victoria University, Wellington Quantity: 1 printed abstract(s). 3 C90 cassette(s). 1 event(s). 3.45 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA 3856.

Date: May 1992-May 1994

By: Rawene Public Library; Whaley, Alexa, active 1992-2014; Chisholm, Vilia, active 1992; Hume, Bernie, active 1992

Reference: OHColl-0641

Description: Further interviews with former and long term residents of Rawene Interviewer(s) - Vilia Chisholm Interviewer(s) - Bernie Hume Interviewer(s) - Alexa Whaley Quantity: 11 C60 cassette(s). 10 printed abstract(s). 10 interview(s). Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete.

Date: Oct 1983

By: Chalmers, Jocelyn Margaret, 1951-; Smith, Ann Gladys, 1905-1996

Reference: OHColl-0695/1

Description: Ann Gladys Smith was born in West Otago in 1905. Describes her childhood, family and moving from Glenkenich to Tapanui when she was five. Recalls schooling and attending Sunday School. Describes being housekeeper at the age of twelve, returning to high school, becoming a student teacher at the Glenkenich School and then going to Dunedin to work at the Nisbet Home for children in Andersons Bay. Talks about her decision to become a deaconess and training before going to St Andrew's Church in Hastings in 1932. Comments on the effect of the 1931 Napier earthquake on local people. Recalls her time at Auckland at St David's Church during World War II. Discusses the Emergency Precautions Services (EPS) for civilians in the event of a Japanese attack. Describes going to Inglenook Home for children in Gore in 1948 and then to Knox Church in Dunedin. Discusses her work as a deaconess particularly at Knox Church in Dunedin. Publication - Entry in 'Southern people : a dictionary of Otago Southland biography' Interviewer(s) - Jocelyn Chalmers Quantity: 2 C90 cassette(s). 1 interview(s). 2.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstract(s) to come.

Date: 3 May 1998 - 06 May 1998

By: Manson, Heugh Cecil Drummond, 1941-; Kemp, William Darcie, 1926-

Reference: OHColl-0723-1

Description: Bill Kemp, born 1926 Stoke, Nelson, talks about his life and career in the Lighthouse service. Talks about his family; grandfather William Westrupp was a sea captain. Refers to ships Lily, Ivy, Patina and shipwrecks at Waiatapu, Collingwood, and D'Urville Island. Mentions father John Benjamin Darcie Kemp (John Kemp) wounded at Plug Street Wood - World War I, and paternal grandfather Benjamin Darcie Kemp of Harley's Breweries in Nelson. Talks about Bootmaking Trade. Discusses father's work at Ngawatu and Tokanui mental hospitals. Describes mental hospital conditions. Talks about grandmother and mother's oath against drinking and smoking, and grandmother Westrupp's prayers - lost son Walter Westrupp at Gallipoli. Mentions Royal Theatre, Nelson (Cinema). Describes mother Annie Westrupp - attitude to religion. Relates being caught smoking behind the organ. Talks about corporal punishment and Rev Charlie Bedwell. Recalls Stoke School 1931-1939, teachers Messers Norris and Thorby, and religious instruction. Talks about The Depression on family farm at Wakatu; Ted Morgan, winner of first Olympic Gold for New Zealand (Boxing). Notes stayed and worked with wrestler Lofty Bloomfield at the mental hospital. Talks about boxing and wrestling at school. Explains leaving school at 13 and mentions father's shift to Te Awamutu. Recalls Nelson Boy's College, teacher Herbert Tankersley, later Mayor of Masterton. Talks about employment: message boy (morse code) for Post Office then deck boy on scows Echo, Kohi, Talisman, Sidi Mai Failte. Joined Seamen's Union. Recalls Captain Jack Reeves - daughter Glenda Reeves married Bill Rowling; Captain Eckford, and the ship Pamir. Describes a trip up Wairau River in the Echo. Talks about wife and children. Talks about Greymouth, Union Steamship Company, Lane Walker Rudkin, ship Gabriella and working as a Bosun (Boatswain) on the Karipo. Describes application to the Lighthouse Service after an honourable discharge from the sea. Talks about the 1951 Waterfront Strike. Mentions working in mines as wirer splicer, recalls Strongman Mine Accident. Mentions father-in-law Willy Jones, miner and ship deserter. Discusses commencement of career as a lighthouse keeper, beginning with job interview with Eric Martin and Patrick O'Halloran, Secretary of Marine, and appointment to Puysegur Point Lighthouse. Recalls wife's reaction; journey on ship Wairua (Captain Ian Williams). Talks about conditions, facitities, duties at Puysegur point and geographical position. Relates how an earlier light was burnt down by a mentally affected goldminer, Lance Thomas. Mentions other personnel: Noel Frew, Bob Walsh, and the Newmans. Recalls climate and sandflies and attitude of wife and children. Mentions leisure activities: DXing (Ham radio), calls from 2UE Sydney, calls wife while giving birth. Describes routine at Puysegur including weather roster and maintenance. Talks of the only 2 people nearby, miners Jules Berg and Tim Smith. Describes routine tasks with light. Explains fire danger, alarm procedure, life of bulb, use of curtains etc. Describes light mechanism, French: Barbier Finisterre, mechanics by Stephenson's (Robert Louis Stephenson's family). Describes weather patterns; recalls a cow being blown off a cliff. Talks about medical care and evacuation procedure, graves at the landing, fire at Cape Saunders. Says people died in the early days due to lack of ammenities and isolation. Notes lighthouse Vessels Hinemoa, Tutanekai and Matai went round New Zealand every 3 months. Later everyone taught first aid. Explains routine for wife giving birth in Greymouth. Describes holidays - relieved by single men from Brothers Lighthouse. Recalls death of colleague's child, and effect on him. Talks about subsequent posts, first moving to Waipapa Point Lighthouse (1955-1958). Describes location, shipwreck and talks about Stewart Island, the Bluff and Invercargill. Compares climate, saying Waipapa Point Lighthouse easier to run. Describes being offered position at Cape Reinga Lighthouse. Talks about people at Cape Reinga: Ted Henarae, Ken Wood. Describes how Minister for Marine, Bill Fox, arranged for a school and a teacher. Mentions teachers including Brownie Henana. Says local Maori have given dispensation for his ashes to be scattered off Cape Reinga, and close relations with Te Hapua Maori. Talks of Te Ringa Wairua, sacred territory. Talks about conditions for Cape Maori, mentions Matt Rata, Jim Pou and Sir Tui Carroll. Describes Cape weather, recalls second lowest New Zealand barometer reading, storms, and own weather reports to shipping - had to get a Weather Office dispensation. Recalls tug Atlas, ship Wanganella and Captain Alec Bibenstein. Mentions other keepers: Ted Henare, Bob Wallace, Ken Woods, and Brian Mason. Talks about visitors: Robert Muldoon, Sir Leon Gotz, Rhondda Kemp and Walter Nash. Mentions practical jokes, Mike Boyd and Bernie Hill. Says Cape Reinga difficult to run because of visitors, and defines a good lighthouse keeper. Describes telegram procedure and talks about Akaroa Lighthouse, most difficult post. Talks about Centre Island lighthouse and keepers who disappeared while fishing. Describes his time at Baring Head Lighthouse: 1962-68, government took tourists there. Describes work routines there. Talks about Ororongorongo station, seismograph, clothing worn - no uniform and lighthouse inspections every year by Phil Gamby. Describes role of lighthouse inspector 1968-1980. Talks about near accident of ship Aramoana, recalls opinion of ship's architect Hewlett Jones. Talks about Wahine disaster. Talks about interviewing for staff. Recalls feelings on time in the Lighthouse Service, thinks lighthouse children have done well - mentions own children. Talks about superstitions among lighthouse staff - many ex-seamen . Says there were no drownings during time as an inspector, describes safety regulations. Recalls reunion of lighthouse keepers in 1990. Says demanning a mistake, refering to Stephens Island, refers to user pays mentality, ship owners paying light dues. Access Contact - Oral History Curator Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-011230 - OHC-011232 Quantity: 3 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 interview(s). 3 Hours Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-3933. facsm. of Maternal Grandfather's certificate of service as master of vessel. Lens Drum, Fixed Lens, Revolving Bullseye Lenses (facsm.) Search dates: 1926 - 1998

Date: 23 Sep 1992

From: Maniapoto Archives Oral History Project: He Taonga Tuku Iho

By: Rauputu, Rauputu James, 1916-2005; Tauariki, Sonny, active 1992

Reference: OHInt-0085-26

Description: Jim Rauputu recounts and discusses the history of the Mokau Kohunui Marae from 1909 including the local school at Piopio, te kau ma whitu, kaitiaki and various local hapu including those of his parents. Discusses Kahuwera mountain, the Mokau River and old pa. Talks about Kingitanga, the King Movement in depth. Remembers his own childhood including local dances, movies, transport by horse, his marriage and birth of his three sons. Discusses World War II, the influenza epidemic and their effects on the local population. Provides mihi whakamutunga. Interviewer(s) - Sonny Tauariki Quantity: 2 C60 cassette(s). 1 videocassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1.30 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-0941. Search dates: 1992