Prior, Ian Ambury Miller (Dr), 1923-2009

Date: Feb 2004

From: King, Michael (Dr), 1945-2004: Collection

Reference: MS-Papers-8752-060

Description: Further re Penguin History of New Zealand; funeral, memorial service and other papers re Janet Frame; Frame Literary Trust; other correspondence Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1990

From: BATS Theatre :[Posters for productions at BATS Theatre. 1979- ].

By: BATS Theatre

Reference: Eph-C-BATS-1990

Description: Includes posters for: Bats Fringe Fest. March 5-24. (blue and red triangular poster. 2 copies) "Caught by the short & girlies"; a very original late night cabaret. National tour, directed by Glenn McKenzie. Bats Theatre [1990?] Osiris presents "A coupla white chicks sitting around talking", by John Ford Noonan. Directed by Tony Hopkins, with Lindsey Gallon and Lottie Ross. Bats Theatre, 5-24 March [1990] Christchurch Community Arts Centre. "4 Frock Off"; comic relief. Bats Theatre, 19-24 March [1990] Women's Action Theatre present "Kuwatawata", by Kathleen Gallagher. Bats Theatre, 19-24 March [1990] "The malady of death", by Marguerite Duras. With Ian Prior and Kilda Northcott. Bats Theatre, 29-30 November; 1-2, 6-7 December [1990] Poetrycorp. Bats Theatre, 12-17 March [1990]. Photo by Mags (2 copies) "Scott of the Antarctic", by Stuart Hoar. Bats Theatre, 14 December [1990] "The seven deadly sins" by Kurt Weil & Bertholt Brecht; & "The telephone", by Menotti. Fringe Opera Company. Musical director Emily Mair. Bats Theatre, 30 October - 10 November [1990] (2 copies) Posters and photographs are commissioned by each production (not BATS), so theatre does not have copyright in them Quantity: 9 colour photo-mechanical print(s) on posters. Physical Description: Photolithographs on posters sizes varying around 420 x 300 mm. Provenance: Some donated by Bats Theatre in 2002, 2007 and 2008. Transfers: Some posters previously housed at: MSI-Papers-8941-04.

Date: 9 Sep - 26 Oct 2005 - 09 Sep 2005 - 26 Oct 2005

From: Royal Society of New Zealand Wellington Branch oral history project

By: Prior, Ian Ambury Miller (Dr), 1923-2009; Marr, Julene, active 2000s

Reference: OHInt-1008-12

Description: Interview with Ian Prior, born in Masterton in 1923. Outlines his family background, importance of family and friends, schooling and his desire to study medicine. Talks about studying in Dunedin, playing rugby, Knox College and the residential college environment, and Lloyd Geering. Discusses professors and teachers at the Medical School including John Malcom, Eric D'Ath, Horace Smirk, Sir Charles Hercus, Gordon Bell and Bernard Dawson. Talks about meeting his future wife Elesbie Forsyth, and her Hallenstein and Fels family family background. Comments on his early work as a doctor at Wellington and Hutt Hospitals, the workplace culture and resources, hierarchy and decision-making. Mentions the personal qualities needed, women in medicine and promotion. Refers to time in England and membership of the Royal College of Physicians. Comments on his publications and the issue of quality versus quantity. Mentions his work in epidemiology. Describes the development of his links with Maori and work with Tuhoe. Talks about his links with Pacific Island peoples and visits to Rarotonga. Discusses Royal Society Fellows who were influential in his life including Charles Flemming and John Miles. Refers to ECO (the Environment and Conservation Organisations of New Zealand), the Save Manapouri campaign and other other environmental activities. Reflects on discipline and teamwork in science, communication and on the relationship between science and society. Discusses the important role of arts and culture in the Prior family, referring to the family art collection. Talks about the booklet 'Two unusual families : the origins of the Prior collection' (2005). Refers to a poem written by Hone Tuwhare for the Prior family. Interviewer(s) - Julene Marr Accompanying material - Sprial-bound booklet 'Programme for Ian Priors birthday event, 16 October 1923-16 October 2005'. Two copies of 'Two unusual families : the origins of the Prior collection' (2005), with content bound in different sequences. Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-023173 - OHC-023177 Quantity: 5 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s) (handwritten summary). 1 interview(s). 3.31 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHA-7609 (handwritten summary). Small B&W photograph of Ian Prior cut from a publication; B&W photocopy of cartoon sketch of seven professors from the Otago School of Medicine (1940) Search dates: 1923 - 2005

Date: 27 Mar, 1 & 8 Apr 2008 - 27 Mar 2008 - 08 Apr 2008

By: International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War. New Zealand Branch; Prior, Ian Ambury Miller (Dr), 1923-2009; Gaitanos, Sarah, 1950-

Reference: OHColl-0929-01

Description: Interview with Dr Ian Ambury Miller Prior, born at Masterton. Son of Norman Henry Prior and Jessie Anne (nee Miller). Gives background to his father as a doctor in Masterton. Talks about siblings Arthur Prior (eldest and half-brother; philosopher), Owen (doctor) and sister Mrs Elaine McLaren. Describes his education in Wairarapa. Discusses the beginning of his pacifist in relation to his friendships with Jewish refugees - Arthur Hilton and Fred Turnovsky. Talks about his marriage to Elespie Forysthe. Talks about his interest in collecting art and involvement with the arts. Describes time in England at Royal College of Physicians and then back in Wellington as senior registrar at Wellington Hospital. Talks about his Fulbright Research Scholarship (1957) and working in Boston where he met Bernard Lown. Describes in detail IPNZZ and the establishment of the New Zealand branch. In particular mentions Don Beaven, Helen Caldicott, Bernie Lown, Samuel Levine, Eric Chreian, Derek North, Erich Geiringer, Derek Wilson, Paul Zimmet, Dr Ann Evans, George Salmond, Brian Scobie, Sir Leonard Thornton, Peter Hadfield. Explains his role in IPPNW and collaborating with Australian branch. Talks about opposition to peace movement due to hippie association, whilst IPPNZ were physicians who were well respected. Describes Gaylene Preston filming Dr Helen Caldicott meeting. Refers to own public speaking engagements and other visitors. Talks about IPPNZ membership. Mentions how some members where spied on by secret services. Interviewer(s) - Sarah Gaitanos Quantity: 4 digital sound recording(s). 1 Electronic document(s). 1 digital photograph(s). 1 interview(s) over 3 days. 1.39 Hours and minutes Duration. Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete OHDL-000112. Search dates: 1923 - 2008

Date: 1993

From: [Ephemera and posters of around A3 size, relating to health, illness, public health and health policies. 1990-1994]

Reference: Eph-C-HEALTH-1993-02

Description: Poster / notice announcing a session at the Church with speakers Dr Ian Prior (Wellington School of Medicine and Wadestown resident), and Mr Trevor Roberts (Barrister and solicitor and former meber of the Wellington Area Health Board). Quantity: 1 b&w photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Photocopy, 420 x 297 mm.

Date: 1996

By: Palmer, Stanley, 1936-; Pringle, Michael James, 1962-

Reference: Eph-E-NUCLEAR-1996-01

Description: Shows a landscape of Matauri Bay where the sabotaged boat "Rainbow Warrior" is now resting. In the foreground are four horsemen (a repeated motif of two horsemen) representing Death with a sword and radiation sign, and Justice with a halo, bow & arrow and heart-sign on the rump of the horse. These horsemen are taken from motifs in a Spanish illuminated manuscript. Abolition 2000 was an organisation of scientists world-wide, wanting nuclear weapons banned by the turn of the millennium. Dawn 2000 refers to New Zealand as being the first country to see the new dawn of the millennium. This poster was commissioned by Dr Ian Prior of Wellington, to be available at a 1996 conference of scientists wanting nuclear weapons banned by 2000. The poster was not printed by Stanley Palmer himself, but by a printing firm. Two copies held Quantity: 1 colour photo-mechanical print(s). Physical Description: Photolithograph on poster 660 x 920 mm. Provenance: One copy donated by Michael Pringle in 2001.

Date: 1989-1993

From: Peter McLeavey Gallery: Records

Reference: MS-Papers-12553-159

Description: Correspondence, papers, and photographic prints, mostly relating to artists and people whose names begin with P, including: Anton Parsons, Stanley Palmer, Kim Pieters, Kate Pinkham, Robert Arthur Porritt, Michael Smither, Francis Pound, Patrick Pound, Thomas Pound, Ian Prior (Wellington Sculpture Trust), Phillip Prujean, and Bruce Pollard. Title taken from item. Arrangement: Originally in suspension file. Quantity: 1 folder(s). 5 colour original photographic print(s).

Date: 1980 - 1981

Reference: Eph-C-VARIETY-1980/1981

Description: Includes: 1980: Philip Warren proudly presents an evening with Dave Allen. Limited NZ tour! Wellington Opera House 13-14 June; Christchurch Town Hall 16-17 June; Auckland Town Hall 24-25 June [1980] By order the New Zealand Official Gumberment presents, extended season - 3 nights only, "Cabaret Sauvignon Marque II'. VUW Memorial Theatre, 12-14 March [1980] Artist unknown :The dancing spider; assisted by NZ Railways & the Committee on Women (Poster advertising a puppet play by Rose Wedde). [Screenprinted by Wellington Media Collective 1980]. (3 versions, one printed in red and blue; one in red only; and one in blue/green) "Black dog in the street"; a multi-media presentation for solo performer; conceived by Ian Prior. Shadows Michelle Scullion and Carmel McGlone. Drama House, Kelburn Parade, 28 September [1980] The Dick Emery show, with special guest stars Laurie Dee, Jodi Vaughan, the Gray Bartlett Show band. 1980 New Zealand tour [Tour itinerary 3-26 November 1980] Capital Entertainers dinner variety theatre. 1 Colombo Street Newtown. Musical director Noel Signal; choreographed by Jane Brimilcombe [1980] Killeen, Richard, 1946- :Red Mole ... [1980]. Red Mole Enterprises [tabloid 8-page newsprint booklet] The Sea of Antipodes presents "Jack in the Box". Woolstore, 238-246 Thorndon Quay, 23-28 August 1980] State of the nation: 3 posts: Ian Wedde, Alan Brunton, Dave Mitchell; 3 musicians: Bill Gruar, Wilton Rodger, Bruno Lawrence; Australian guest Sara Mitchell. Majestic Cabaret, 22 [August 1980] "Steel Heels" present an evening with the Stiffs; top satirical act, includes live music. BATS Theatre, 14-19 July [1980 "The three musketeers", a free-wheeling romp through the pages of history and legend ... written and directed by Michael Carney; musical director Murray Webb; choreographer Jane Brimilcombe. A Musical and Drama Society pantomime. University Memorial Theatre, 22-29 November 1980] (2 copies)Town & Country Players present "Jenny and the Puppets", introduced by Rufus the Clown. May holiday children's show. Circa Theatre, 10-24 May [1980] (2 copies) 1981: Now in his 6th fun filled year at Auckland's Ace of Clubs Cabaret; it's your turn to laugh with Marcus Craig in Diamond Lil's Travellin' Road Show. Caltex Lounge, 11-13 May [1981] (2 copies) Frenzi; fire and illusion, presents Xmas magic special, featuring the famous magic clown "Nelson". Lower Hutt's Little Theatre, 19-20 December [1981] And now! here comes the world's funniest, most infamous, erotic musical revue! "Oh! Calcutta!, starring Bob ("On the buses") Grant. Direction and choreography by Robert Howe. State Opera House Wellington, 16-25 July [1981] (2 copies) Silvio's Xmas Variety Show. Music, mirth, magic, melodrama, merriment, music hall, madness. Special guest artists Frances Green, Dave Olerenshaw, Jacque Harvey, Buchanan Family. Wellington Operatic Soc[iety] Hall, 29 Vivian Street, [8-14 December 1981] (2 copies) International Entertainment, direct from Australia, Julian Deen, star of Les Girls' Hollywood by Night" and fully Australian cast: "Sydney by Night". Topless revue, glamour, comedy, music. Oliver's Cabaret, 2-12 July [1981] Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Offset prints, sizes varying around 420 x 297 mm.

Date: 2003-2006

From: Skinner, Damian Hugh (Dr), 1973?- : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-8776-079

Description: Includes various material by Ian Prior Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [1981-1983]

From: Kimble, Thomas Martin, 1918-2003 : Material relating to PEACESAT

Reference: 2003-174-13

Description: Notes, circulars, correspondence, clippings etc particularly relating to Dr Bystrom and the Hawaiian PEACESAT connection Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [N D]

From: Skinner, Damian Hugh (Dr), 1973?- : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-8776-081

Description: Includes initial chapter edits by DS Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [1933-1977]

From: Glover, Denis James Matthews, 1912-1980 : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-0418-042

Description: Includes correspondence and poems from Winston Rhodes; poem, `Letter to Karl Stead' by Alan Roddick (1970); copy of article by J B Priestley on his visit to New Zealand (Observer magazine, 9 Sep 1973); letter from Tilly, Wellington, re Poetry Society letterhead; interview of Glover by Michael Player (1973); correspondence with HMNZS Pegasus group including letter signed by 17 members (1956); sonnet by Willie Patterson; poems by Rhys Pasley; letter from Paekakariki Old Folks Association, asking Glover for a rhyme to be sung to the tune of `Here we are again' (1964); letter from [?] R O'Neill of Lower Hutt. Identified persons entered under Name. Quantity: 1 folder(s). Finding Aids: See inventory for full description of the contents of this folder.

Date: [1996-2002]

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

Reference: MS-Papers-7885-18

Description: Inward correspondence; most corresponents identified and entered under Name. Also includes letter from [?] Lionel Trent, Warkworth, from Mavis, Campbell's great-aunt (grandmother's sister), and others. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1989-1990

From: McNeish, James Henry Peter, 1931-2016: Collection

Reference: MS-Papers-7811-104

Description: Transcripts of interviews with colleagues, friends and acquaintances regarding Denis Glover. Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [N D]

From: Skinner, Damian Hugh (Dr), 1973?- : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-8776-083

Description: Includes final chapter drafts Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [1980]-1998

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

Reference: MS-Papers-7252-034

Description: Comprises statement by Prior on Glover's health (1998); interview by McNeish of Prior and his relationship with Glover (n d); and copies of poems by Glover (1976-1979) Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: [1978-1982]

From: Kimble, Thomas Martin, 1918-2003 : Material relating to PEACESAT

Reference: 2003-174-52

Description: Correspondence, circulars and various papers and notes Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 2004-2005

From: Skinner, Damian Hugh (Dr), 1973?- : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-8776-080

Description: Includes proposal, minutes, captions, interview indexes Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 2005

From: Skinner, Damian Hugh (Dr), 1973?- : Papers

Reference: MS-Papers-8776-082

Description: Includes initial chapter edits by Ian Prior Quantity: 1 folder(s).

Date: 1982 - 1986

From: Paul, Janet Elaine, 1919-2004 :[Thirty-one sketchbooks 1959-1997].

Reference: E-679

Description: Includes various portrait sketches, some named: Diana Wards, Merv Norrish, Tye lunch party, Saloman (conductor), David Frost, Eve Page, A meeting of the Friends of the Turnbull Library Committee at Merv and Francoise Norrish [house], Marae at Porirua, Daughter of Meg and Alistair Campbell marrying a descendant of Te Rauparaha 7.9.1982; Te Maori exhibition - sculptor, guides, carved heads, wooden bowl for food preparation, various gallery visitors, examples of carving from each period. Owen Wilkes and the words of an anti-nuclear delegation (International Year of Peace), Dr Ian Prior. Quantity: 1 album(s) Album(s). Physical Description: Hardcovered navy-blue book, 215 x 145 mm. Provenance: Estate of Janet Elaine Paul, 2005.