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Interview with Daphne Savage

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Date

19 Oct 2012

By

Dunsford, Deborah (Dr), active 2001-2012; Savage, Daphne Joan, 1922-

Reference

OHInt-1017-08

Description

Interview with Daphne Joan Savage (nee Lomas, formerly Sarney). Born in Auckland in 1922. Describes her father's service during World War One and the injuries he sustained as a result, and her mother's work during World War One in England, and her efforts as a suffragette. Mentions that her parents migrated to New Zealand in 1921, and describes her family and home life in Auckland. Describes her schooling at Seddon Memorial College, and learning jujitsu. Also describes her work at the Auckland Hospital Board, eventually becoming the first blood bank technician in Auckland.

Describes day trips to Milford or Takapuna beaches, ferry rides to get there. Describes food at Ye Olde Pirate Shippe. Mentions day trips to Waiheke Island, and a boating accident involving two brothers who were part of the jujitsu group. Describes dancing classes in Queen Street, Auckland, and in Remuera. Offers reflections on Milford as an entertainment destination.

Interviewer(s) - Deborah Dunsford

Quantity: 1 digital sound recording(s) digital sound recording(s). 1.19 Hours and minutes Duration.

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Use/Reproduction

Public use requires written permission of the donor. Review date 31 Dec 2017 Copyright: Held by Deborah Dunsford

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