Places

Date: [1940-1950]

From: Adkin, George Leslie, 1888-1964 : Ethnological notebooks

Reference: MS-Papers-6061-23

Description: Contents comprise notes on adze types from Makorokio Stream, Ohau, and Poroporo Ridge; ancient rock paintings; map of Weka Pass; on Maerewhenua, a name with six variants; on the rediscovery of the kohakatakahea; data from P J Burstall; of a visit to Maketu; adzes from Westland, Moutapu Bay and Amuri Bluff (with maps); and other notes Arrangement: Notebook no 22 Quantity: 1 folder(s) (volume).

Date: 1949-1953

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

Reference: MS-Papers-0261-34/09

Description: Correspondence, mostly from Selwyn Simcox, to Adkin about the history, Maori and European, and geology of Kapiti and Horowhenua districts. Includes information about Simcox's desire to write a brief history of Rangiatea Maori church, the Wellington-Manawatu Railway line, and the Hadfield family (with some geneaology). Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1956-1960

From: Wellington Regional Planning Authority : Records

Reference: 75-156-097B

Description: Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1951 - 1954

By: Manawatu Catchment Board and Regional Water Board; Evans, P G, active 1948; Sinclair, E M, active 1948-1967; Pirie, L W, active 1954

Reference: MapColl-832.43gbbd/1951/Acc.9705-9014

Description: The index map, Sheet N, of the scheme for the Lower Manawatu area begins at the mouth of the Manawatu River, reaching as far as Ashhurst and the Kiwitea Stream. The scheme for the Oroua River is also included from the junction near Rangiotu to the vicinity of Kiwitea Stream. Notes about stopbanks, boundaries, railways and classes of valuation are referred to in a key. An extensive valuation table, entitled Rate Yield of Zone Districts includes information about twelve disticts, their areas and capital value of classes. The eight sheets, numbered 1a to 8a, are enlargements of Sheet N showing rural properties adjacent to the rivers, which are divided into classes according to their valuation and referred to in a key. Each property is numbered and includes the owner's name and acreage. Notes on each sheet state that the maps were compiled from Valuation Rolls 3/12 to 3/24 and 1399, 1402, 1425, 1428, 1432, 1441-2, 1476, 1478. Includes named streets, State Highways 1, 12, 30 and 97 as well as the Main Trunk Railway Line and deviation near Longburn. Three amended maps on Sheet 9a are of parts of Sheets 1a. 2a. 5a. Manawatu Catchment Board Plan no. 1/80 has been crossed out on all maps and 514 inserted before copying Originals signed by P.G. Evans, Chief Engineer, 7/12/51, 16/12/52, 12/12/54. Sheet 9a is dated 12/12/54. It was drawn and traced by L.W. Pirie and checked by P.G. Evans. Scale on Sheet N is [1:63 360] and on Sheets 1a to 9a [1:15 840]. Quantity: 5 map(s) on ten sheets. The first map is the index map which details the layout of eight sheets comprising the second map. The remaining three amended maps are on the tenth sheet. Physical Description: Diazo print, linen backed, scales vary, 55.1 x 95.3 cm. and smaller, and 135 x 342 cm., sheets 76 x 93.5 cm.

Date: 1950

By: Manawatu Catchment Board and Regional Water Board

Reference: MapColl-832.43cdc/[ca.1950]/Acc.9268

Description: Manawatu Catchment Board scheme plan showing stopbanks and floodway for the Manawatu River in the Moutoaa and Makerua district, near Foxton and Shannon. Shows plan for the stopbanks and flood for the manawatu River and the Tokomaru Stream as well as the flood bypass and sluice gates. Map shows localities of Foxton, Shannon, Moutoa, Buckley and Makerua. Identifies a flax area and the main trunk railway. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo print, linen backed, scale indeterminable, 73 x 71.4 cm.

Date: [1950?]

By: Rolston, Richard, 1887-1961

Reference: MS-Papers-2092

Description: Fair-copied journal describes Maori and Pacific Island artifacts discovered or purchased, and field trips, chiefly in Horowhenua district, 1945-1950 Levin farmer and amateur archaeologist Quantity: 1 folder(s) (96 leaves). 0.01 Linear Metres. Physical Description: Holograph (photocopy)

Date: 1950

By: Manawatu Catchment Board and Regional Water Board; Sinclair, E M, active 1948-1967

Reference: MapColl-832.43cdd/1953/Acc.9976-9980

Description: The key sheet of the scheme for the Lower Manawatu River begins at the mouth of the river reaching as far as Ashhurst and the Pohangina River. The scheme for the Oroua River is also included, from the junction near Rangiotu to the vicinity of Feilding. Notes about proposed work are referred to in key. This base map has been used to indicate the flood of January 1953, ponded areas, overflows and ponded volumes, also referred to in a key. The four sheets held by the Alexander Turnbull Library are part of an enlargement of the key sheet and include greater detail of proposed and existing stopbanks, rock protection, willow protection, proposed cuts, existing and proposed levels, flood levels and the berm to be lowered. existing and proposed levels which are all referred to in keys. Added to these base maps are shaded areas representing the January 1953 flood, ponded areas, overflows and ponded volumes, referred to in a key. Note on bottom centre of the Key Sheet reads: To be read in conjunction with Plan 555 Manawatu Catchment Board Plan no. 1/80 on map has been crossed out and 392 inserted before copying Original signed by P.G. Evans, Chief Engineer, 13/10/50 Scale on Key sheet is [1:63 360] and on Sheets 4,5,6,8 [1:15 840] Maps drawn and traced by E. Sinclair on 28.9.50, 3.10.50, 12.10.50, 13.10.50, Title supplied by cataloguer Quantity: 2 map(s) The first map is the index map (Key Sheet) which details the layout of the 8 sheets comprising the second map. The Alexander Turnbull Library holds the Key Sheet and Sheets 4,5,6,8 only. Physical Description: Diazo print, linen backed, coloured, scales vary, 48.6 x 91.5 cm. and 134.7 x 257.2 cm. on sheets 74.8 x 95.2 cm.

Date: 1955

By: Manawatu Drainage Board

Reference: MapColl-832.43cdc/ca.1955/Acc.9690

Description: Map of the area from the junction of the Manawatu and Oroua Rivers to Bunnythorpe township, including named drains. Junctions of drains appear to be numbered. Creeks are named, roads are marked as are Main Highways and the railway line. Some names may be of owners of properties across which the drains run. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo print, linen backed, scale indeterminable, 37.9 x 76.8 cm.

Date: 1906, 1950s-1960s

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

Reference: MS-Papers-0261-34/08

Description: Correspondence with Selwyn Simcox, 1952-1962; W H Secker, 1954; F R Callaghan, 1956; W & J Neill, 1953; E G Hunt, 1956; Susan Davis; Richard Rolston, 1952, 1962; R George?, 1956; Mrs J Kinsey, 1906. Also correspondence and papers re Journal of Polynesian Society, 1956-1959 Includes correspondence about the Korotangi (carved stone bird), the need to correctly pronounce Maori words, aspects of the erection of Rangiatea church, some mention of Maori artefacts (patu paraoa etc), and correspondence about the Polynesian Society. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1950-1960

From: Wellington Regional Planning Authority : Records

Reference: 75-156-097A

Description: Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1954-1959

From: Wellington Regional Planning Authority : Records

Reference: 75-156-100

Description: Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1958 - 1968

By: Horowhenua County (N.Z.). County Council

Reference: MapColl-832.43eac/[ca.1963]/Acc.1257

Description: District planning map of Horowhenua County, showing reviewed district scheme, from Linton, southwards to Waikanae Road, westwards to the coast and eastwards to the neighbouring county boundries. Shows boundaries, roads, ridings, highways, townships, rivers, Levin, Otaki, Shannon, Waikanae, state-owned indigenous forests and the North island main trunk railway line. Several settlements are numbered (1-10; without reference). Shows research station, radio station, race course, reserves, cemeteries and proposed road. Written on bottom corners of map (before copying): 50/56. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo photoprint, scale indeterminable, 77.1 x 142.5 cm.

Date: 1949-1957

From: Hutt County Council : Records

Reference: MS-Papers-1293-184/2

Date: 1950

By: Manawatu Catchment Board and Regional Water Board; Sinclair, E M, active 1948-1967

Reference: MapColl-832.43cdc/1950/Acc.9111-9119

Description: The key sheet of the scheme for the Lower Manawatu River begins at the mouth of the river reaching as far as Ashhurst and the Pohangina River. The scheme for the Oroua River is also included, from the junction near Rangiotu to the vicinity of Kiwitea Stream. Notes about proposed work are referred to in key. The eight sheets are an enlargement of the key sheet and include greater detail of proposed works for stopbanks, rock protection, flood levels,vegetation to be removed and existing and proposed levels which are all referred to in keys. Manawatu Catchment Board Plan no. 1/80 on map has been crossed out and 392 inserted before copying Original signed by P.G. Evans, Chief Engineer, 12/10/50 Scale on Key sheet is [1:63 360] and on Sheets 1-8 [1:15 840] Maps drawn and traced by E. Sinclair on 12.10.50 and 13.10.50 Quantity: 2 map(s) The first map is the index map which details the layout of the remaining 8 sheets comprising the second map. Physical Description: Diazo print, linen backed, scales vary, 49.2 x 91.8 cm. and 165.4 x 343 cm. on sheets 74.4 x 94.6 cm.

Date: 1954-1957

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

Reference: Micro-MS-0600-10

Description: Notes on Adkin's archeology expeditions in the Horowhenua, Wairarapa, Kapiti Coast, Marlborough, Kaikoura and Canterbury regions. Comprehensive list of Marlborough's Maori place-names and pre-historic sites. Includes commentary on Adkin's 1963 visit to Taupo and Hongoeka. Adkin gives the name of the Ngati Toa kainga at Taupo Pa as Turi-Kawera. Quantity: 1 microfilm reel(s).

Date: 1949-1953

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

Reference: MS-Papers-0261-34/10

Description: Including Charles Brasch, 1950; Richard Rolston, 1950; Bernard Freyberg, 1950; and others, 1949-1953 Mentions the gifting of a carved whare whakairo by a Ngai Tahu chief to Hikawera and Mahupuku of the Wairarapa district; and human remains and a whale bone patu (patu paraoa) found near Foxton. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1955-1958

From: Wellington Regional Planning Authority : Records

Reference: 75-156-204

Description: Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [1950-1957]

From: Adkin, George Leslie, 1888-1964 : Ethnological notebooks

Reference: MS-Papers-6061-22

Description: Contents comprise notes on adzes and stone bowling-disk from D'Urville Island; lunate pendant amulet from Foveaux Strait coast; whalebone patu from Horowhenua; observations on Sandhill point jaw; ethnological collection from Sandhill Point, Te Waewae Bay, Southland; adze, Sandhill Point; and other notes Arrangement: Notebook no 21 Quantity: 1 folder(s) (volume).

Date: 1950

By: Manawatu Catchment Board and Regional Water Board

Reference: MapColl-832.43cdc/1950/Acc.9269

Description: Manawatu Catchment Board lower Manawatu scheme, 1950, plan 1007, sheet G9, showing properties affected by the stopbank and floodway plan along the lower Manawatu and Oroua River and therefore proposed to be acquired by the Board. Affected properties along the development are marked with a number which relate to the two reference tables. The reference tables that relate to the map show the property owner name, roll number, date survey commenced and approved, plan number, datge L.P.O instructed and land proclaimed, and remarks. 70 names are listed, including 'H.M. The Queen', 'Maoris' and private owners. Valuation roll numbers 1431 and 1476 are indicated. 'Note: This plan before amendment on 30.8.60 was 'Plan no. 1/80 Sheet G - proposed areas to be acquired' LWP 30.8.60'. Original signed by P.G. Evans, Chief Engineer, 25 10 [19]50. Quantity: 1 map(s). Physical Description: Diazo print, linen backed, scale [1:31 680], 52.7 x 75.8 cm.

Date: [1950-1953]

From: Adkin, George Leslie, 1888-1964 : Ethnological notebooks

Reference: MS-Papers-6061-24

Description: Contents comprise notes on middens, Porirua Harbour (including map); alternative schemes of the populating of NZ; map of Maori sites, Waikanae- Paraparaumu-Paekakariki; selected items from P Beckett's collection; map showing Waitaha sites; nephrite heimatau from L Horowhenua; Hutt Valley midden; and other notes Arrangement: Notebook no 23 Quantity: 1 folder(s) (volume).