MS 1277

Henderson, James Herbert (Jim) (1918–2005)

Retrieved Feb 21 2013 from http://basecamp.rsa.org.nz/about/nws2005jul/jim_henderson_obit.htm

Papers

arranged and described by M Donald Feb 2013

Jim Henderson Retrieved 21 Mar 2013 from

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10336035

1 Biographical information 3

2 Inventory Series 1: Personal papers 4 Series 2: Correspondence – Shepard and Winn 6 Series 3: Correspondence – general 8 Series 4: Publications and broadcasts – general 22 Series 5: Asbestos Cottage 26 Series 6: Coaster Country 28 Series 7: Down from Marble Mountain 29 Series 8: Home Country - New Zealand Farmer 30 Series 9: No honour – no glory 31 Series 10: Open Country 32 Series 11: Soldier Country 40 Series 12: Swagger Country 41 Series 13: Switchback Country 43 Series 14: Unofficial History 44 Series 15: Selwyn Muru 59 Series 16: Audio recordings 63

3 Collection processing notes 72

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1. Biographical information: • Name - James Herbert (Jim) Henderson (24563) • journalist , soldier, author, broadcaster, historian • born Motueka, 26 Aug 1918 • Father, Herbert Cacher Henderson (sheep farmer, d. Dunedin ca, 1879) • Mother, Isabella May Henderson nee Trolove, b. Nelson ca. 1881) • Parents married – Oct 15th 1908 at Stoke • grew up on the family farm Kairuru, Takaka Hill • educated Nelson College • journalist with Nelson Evening Mail and NZ Free Lance • served as a lance-bombardier in the 29 Battery, NZ Artillery 2NZEF • wounded and taken prisoner at Sidi Rezegh • wrote Gunner Inglorious pub. 1945 • commissioned by The War History Branch to write two official war histories • popular radio personality, his programme ‘Open Country’ ran for 14 years 1961 – 1975 • talk-back host on Radio Pacific • continue to publish a wide range of books • wife Jill died 1972(?) • 3 children, Guy (Married Carolyn) , Andrew and Nicola • Peg (Dunstan?) companion and soul-mate (obit) • spent some time ‘residing’ in Lower Hutt Hospital – formerly a rehabilitation hosp.(letter s

from Claire June 1972) • treated at Oakley Hospital (or via a GP) for malignant hypertension and incipient heart

failure. Treatment 2½ years • won Mobil Radio Award for outstanding contribution to radio 1984 • made an MBE in 1984 • died in Auckland 11 July 2005

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2: The inventory Series 1: Jim Henderson, personal papers

Includes personal documents, family letters. May include some correspondence with friends. The majority of correspondence with friend will be found in Series 2 (Shephard and Winn) and also among letters from listeners and readers in Series 3

1.1 Jim Henderson – personal papers [B4.F48e]

• Herbert James Henderson’s Birth certificate 26 Aug 1918 • Last Will and Testament of James Herbert Henderson 26 Oct 1978

(photocopy) • Soldiers Pay book Active service (red cover, damaged with pages missing) • Soldier’s Pay-book Part II, James Herbert Henderson #24563 • Booklet given to all prisoners of war in Bari POW Camp, Italy late 1942 or

early 1943. Contains calendar with quote taken from speeches made by Pope Pius XII and Christmas hymns (musical score and lyrics). Also poems and autographs by fellow POWs in A Hut.

• Military order – Calling J H Henderson to join the 3rd Echelon at Papakura • ‘B’ Company 29th Battery 6th Field Regt, 2nd NZEF – 1st reunion on

embarkation 28/8/40-28/8/41 • Receipt for motor vehicle registration 12 Nov 1943 • Letter M G Havelaar, NZ Red Cross Society 15.4.46 • Letter from Bob, of GG Tolhurst & Son share broker regarding shares

22.11.46 • Invoice for Jill Henderson’s headstone Oct 1979 • Statement for services to funeral of Beryl Harris Henderson 1/2/1975 • Papers relating to Jim Henderson’s war pension • Papers relating to property • Etc.

1.2 Letters from Jim Henderson to his mother Isabella Henderson 1938-1940 [B9.F114]

One letter to Dearest Mum, Ed 1938 from Jim. Written on Nelson Girls College letterhead. Twenty three letters and two envelopes dated 1940 - letters sent while undertaking military training and first overseas posting in the Pacific.

1.3 Letters from Jim Henderson to James 1940 [B9.F117] Two letters to written at sea, Oct 31st 1940 and another undated. 1.4 Letters from Jim Henderson to family and friends 1940 – 1943 [B9.F118]

Includes two letter to Joan Sep 25 and Nov 23 1940 [latter one contains symbol of bone]; letter to Gan from JH in Fiji 9/2/41; Letter to [drawing of bone] with sketches, from Fiji 22/2/1941; Letter to Tols 26 Jul 1941; One letter and one aerogram to Ron and Marigold Jul 27 1941 and Jun 14 1943.

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1.5 Letters from Jim Henderson to his mother Isabella Henderson 1941 [B9.F115] Twenty one letters and eight aerograms sent while in Fiji and Middle East 1.6 Sundry letters [B9.F119]

Two postcards from Enid and Stan ca. 1979 [words written in reverse]; One card to Jill and Jim from Claire and Uncle Jim. 1967; letters regarding family history.

1.7 Letters from Jim Henderson to his mother Isabella Henderson 1943–1960 [B9.F116]

One letter sent from 1st NZ General Hospital Jun 10 1943, and one letter sent from NZ Hospital ship, Aug 10 1943. Also one postcard Nov 22 1960 sent from Jim at the South Pole

1.8 Letters from Jill Henderson 1972 [B9.F113]

Fourteen letters from Jill Henderson (wife) to Jim Henderson while he was in hospital ca.1972

1.9 Love letters 1972 [B1.F2]

Twenty eight (28) love letters to JH from Peggy (Dunstan? Noted in his obit as sole mate and companion (NZ Herald)) 1972

1.10 Letters from Guye Henderson. RESTRICTED – Privacy Act 1993 [B9.F110]

Twelve letters, two greeting cards, two postcard and a telegram from Jim’s eldest son Guye Henderson 1977-1981/ Also copy of Andrew Henderson’s letter to David Lange 1985.

1.11 Letters from Andrew Henderson. RESTRICTED – Privacy Act 1993 [B9.F111]

Seven letters from Jim’s younger son Andrew Henderson 1976-1985. Also letter from Carolyn Henderson (daughter-in-law?); a colour photograph of Andrew and Carolyn rowing a boat and a colour photograph of Andrew with chainsaw – cutting firewood in barn.

1.12 Letters from Nicola Henderson. RESTRICTED – Privacy Act 1993 [B9.F112]

Thirty one letters and seven post cards to Jim Henderson and Peggy Dunstan from Jim’s daughter Nicola also known as Nicky, Nikki and Bhavananda. Includes poems and illustrations. Also a flyer for Satyananda Ashram, Hobart School on Yoga, Also colour photograph of camp (ashram?) in valley (Australia). 1961-1979

1.13 Letters of congratulations on receiving MBE 1984 [B1.F10]

Includes letters from Michael King; Bill Rowling; Penwomen’s Club; Harry; Jim Lewis; Lew K; B.F. Beckingsale (Nelson College; Alan Nightingale; Rae and Phyl Vincent; Edith and David Hunt; Trove (Raglan); Frank Allan (Nelson); Edith and David Hunt (Nelson); Ray Richards (Milford); NZ Press Council; Ian Matheson; Max Rogers, Collins Publishers; Auckland Savings Bank; Rei at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Rotorua; Neil Aston, Associated Book Publishers. Also 13 cards and 2 telegrams.

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1.14 Freelance newspaper WWII album [B6.72] Clipping scrapbook. Predominantly clippings from New Zealand Freelance, relating to WWII.

1.15 Loose papers extracted from scrapbook Freelance newspaper WWII Scrapbook

Part 1 [B6.F73c] Pages from sundry publications including article regarding marble cross belonging to Annie Chaffey; letter to Mabel from Iris Tombs 1944; articles written by JH; etc.

1.16 Loose papers extracted from scrapbook Freelance newspaper WWII Scrapbook

Part 2 [B6.F73d] Articles written by Jim Henderson including ‘Christmas Eve in the Cage’ ; ‘The fatherland: based upon facts known to Ivan Tong, Kiwi POW in Germany. Also script titled ‘Poets’.

Series 2: Correspondence - Shepard and Winn

The Shepard and Winn letters illustrate the deep friendships Jim Henderson developed over the years.

Joy Mavis Shepard and Lloyd Leslie Shepard lived at Severne Street Blenheim (1981 Electoral Roll). In earlier electoral rolls, Lloyd is noted as a market gardener and Joy as ‘married’. It is assumed that Joy and Lloyd were Scots as they used Scottish colloquial terms in the letters. They often signed themselves as Bun (Lloyd) and Monk (Joy). Joy’s identity is confirmed in a letter from Aroha Winn who described meeting the Shepards – see F37c Aroha Amy Norford Winn and Reginald Arthur Winn lived at 17 Thorneycroft Street, Lyttleton, (1981 Electoral Roll). Aroha is listed as married. Reg is listed as an insurance agent. Roey (Aroha) is the main letter writer (several letters refers to Reg). Aroha’s nickname for Reg is ‘Brutus’ (see letter Oct 24 1969 p. 5). 2.1 Letters from Shepard – 1972-1975 (some undated) [B3.F33a]

One (1) letter ‘Saida dear’ and signed ‘Love Sheps’ 7th July 1973. Twelve (12) letters 1975, from Sheps. Holographs.

2.2 Letters from Shepard – 1975 (some undated) [B3.F33b] Thirteen (13) letters from Shep (friend). Holographs. 2.3 Letters from Shepard 1976 [B3.F34a]

One (1) letter from “Swag bag Shep’., n.d., pen drawing of horse shoe in from page with year 1976. Holographs.

2.4 Letters from Shepard 1977 Part 1 [B3.F34b]

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One (1) New Year’s greeting card to Jim, Peg and Noddy from Bun and Monk Fourteen (14) humorous descriptive letters from Bun and Monk (Sheps) January – July 1977 showing a level of familiarity experienced between close friends. Holographs.

2.5 Letters from Shepard 1977 Part 2 [B3.F34c]

Ten (10) letters August to December 1977. A continuation of previous folder. Holographs.

2.6 Letters from Shepard 1977 Part 3 [B3.F34d]

Seventeen (17) letters, undated, presumed to be 1977. A continuation of previous folder. Holographs.

2.7 Letters from Shepard 1978 [B3.F34e]

Three (3) letters from Sheps, one of which informs of the death of Monk’s mother. Also copy of one (1) letter to Mr. Johnston from ? dated 19/1/1978. Holographs.

2.8 Letters from Shepard 1980-1981 [B3.F34f]

One (1) card ‘Blessings of Christmas Joy and Happiness, 1980. Two (2) letters from Sheps, 8th Feb 1981 and one undated letter with attached letter from W Petley, Te Puke 24 Feb 1981(typed). Holographs.

2.9 Letters from Shepard Undated [B3.F35a] Twenty One (21) letters from Sheps, not dated. Holographs. 2.10 Recollections [B3.F35b] Sundry papers including notes. Also:

• Arthur, A.T.G., Impressions of Southern Africa, address given to the Lincoln Rotary Club 10 May 1977 [a first-hand account of the racial situation in Southern Africa with comparisons between Swaziland and South Africa]

• Extracts from the booklet ‘Karamea – the first 100 years 1874-1974 • Chocks away

2.11 Letters from R Winn 1969 [B3.F36a]

Letters from Roey Winn many of which refer to gardening. Includes an account of Reg’s (Brutus) ill health. Letter of June 15 1969 ‘the Jewnited States will keep Israel supplied with money…’ with a brief comment on Comalco and Lake Manapouri; etc. Also a letter Dec 7 1969 regarding Reg and prostate cancer. Holographs.

2.12 Letters from R Winn 1970-1972 [B3.F36b]

Eight (8) letters 1970 to Jim from Roey illustrating the depth of friendship and support given as Reg gradually deteriorates and dies in Sep 1971. Fifteen (15) letters 1972 to Jim from Roey describe a year of grieving, settling estate matters and filling

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the space left by Reg – includes gardening, jokes, a poem about Lake Ellismere by W Hart-Smith, a trip to Akaroa with the Tidswells, a trip away with Molly, etc. Letter dated Sep 2 1972 refers to ‘your new rose… Rob Roy’. Holographs.

2.13 Letters from R Winn 1973 [B3.F36c]

Nine (9) letters from R Winn 1973 – news of friends, repairs to the house, reminisces, gardening, etc. Also one (1) letter addressed to My Dear Roey, not signed, address reads 18 Marsden Ave, Karori Wellington. Holographs.

2.14 Letters from R Winn 1974-1984 Part 1 [B3.F37a]

Letters from Roey Winn addressed with endearments such as ‘Hi Sweetie; ‘My Dears’, ‘My precious Lovebirds’ 1974 – 1977. Holographs.

2.15 Letters from R Winn 1974-1984 Part 2 [B3.F37b]

Letters from Roey opening with endearments such as ‘Hello youse kids!’ and ‘My dear ones’, 1978 - Includes a letter addressed to Roey at Barrett Street Hospital, New Plymouth from ? and a second letter from Bob Tidswell, Christchurch. Holographs.

2.16 Letters from R Winn 1974-1984 Part 3 [B3.F37c]

Letters from Roey 1979 – 1984. A continuation of letters full of news. Includes a letter expressing great sorrow at Jill Henderson’s death. Also a letter describing meeting Joy Shepard (see F33-35). Holographs.

Series 3: General Correspondence

Inward and outward correspondence from friends, listeners, readers etc. Many contain original manuscripts, anecdotes, poems, personal stories and research material.

Files are arranged chronologically

3.1 Letters received – 1934-1971 [B1.F3] Letter to Jack Drummond from Frank Sykes, TOC H, Nelson re appointment as

honorary members 1953; to Mrs. Henderson from Peter Levin, London, ca. 1940; letter to JH from G.L. Stafford, Waiuku District High School, 1953 re Tonga’s Queen Salote; letter to Hamish from author Jim Forsyth, 1969, includes sketch of house renovations; poem, The waterfront – Russell by Frederick C. Parmee, 1970; Letter to Jim from David 1970 re. pottery exhibition at Palmerston North; To Jill from Norman Bennett, 1971 with enclosed story for ‘Jim’s Open Country’ - conscientious objectors working in the Foxton flax fields and Detention Camps; letter to JH from Frank Sargeson, 1971; to Jim and Jill from D.E. Tolhurst (U.K.), describes the start to his day and working at the hospital as a surgeon, 1971; undated letter from Bill and Berna Rowe, Christchurch; letter from Arnold Wall, NZ Broadcasting n.d.

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3.2 Articles and letters regarding Pelorus Jack ca. 1953 [B2.F29]

Papers (ca. 1953)relating to Pelorus Jack, a Risso's dolphin (Grampus griseus) who accompanied boats in Admiralty Bay in New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds for more than 20 years. Includes letters in response to JH’s request for information published in the Listener - from the Anchor Shipping and Foundry Co Ltd, Nelson; Dorothy Furness, The Marlborough Express; Ruby H Foord, Queenstown; W J Elvy, Blenheim; etc., many of which provide first-hand accounts of sightings. Also

• Photographic postcard (black and white) • Pelorus Jack, typescript, 7p. • 2 letters from G.W.Webber, Putaruru who frequented the French Pass area

between 1888 and 1912, holograph, 5p. • 1 letter from M Wilmot, Kelburn who lived in Nelson from 1905-1916.

Holograph. 2p. 3.3 Inward letters 1970-1980 [B1.F1c] 2 personal letters from Margaret Still, Timaru 1970 (pacifism and feminism) and

1980 (Best family; Letter card from JH to Herb and Isabel Spargo, Christchurch; 2 letters from Bron(?) Gorny, Head of Export Dept., Bovril Group re English Marmite; 2 letters from Nona Montgomery, Onehunga, mentions an Aard car and MOTAT, and a detailed account of a trip to Australia; Correspondence between JH, the Rt. Rev. Bishop E.A. Cowling, and the Right Rev, Reeves regarding Roman Catholic ‘domination’ within Broadcasting and wider media; invitations to book launches – The Lovelock Version (Maurice Shadbolt)

3.4 Correspondence – Dan Greaney (Roadman) 1971-1979. Includes articles [B1.F13] Letters regarding Dan Greaney (1900-1972), the Jackson Bay roadman for many

years and sole Jackson Bay resident for seven years. He was known for his concern for the environment. Letters from Herb Spargo; Rita Dickson (Nelson); Dan (Jackson Bay) Aug 9 1971; Gary Moffatt, Postmaster Haast; S.P. Dawson (Hokitika); Monk Wallace (Hokitika); Jim Eyles, West Coast Historical Museum; Tony Nolan (Greymouth); I.M. Williams,(NZ Forest Service); Claire (draft of JH’s article/chapter on Archdeacon James Young – West Coast reminiscences); notes ‘…woven into my carbon of Dan chapter…’. Also Dan Greaney’s reminiscences 4p.; Coaster by Jim Henderson. Also The bleeding hands, a depression, early 1930s story… as told by Dan Greaney, Affairs Magazine, Sep 1971, p.349-350

3.5 Letters received – 1972 (Part 1) [B1.F4a]

A collection of letters to Jim Henderson who was in hospital for an extended period, presumed to have been due to ‘heart problems’. Includes letters from A.H. Reed; Jill and Nick (Nicola?); Claire; Robina Smith; G Curran; Leslie Hannon; Andrew (son); Hob (cousin). Also postcard to Peggy Dunstan and Jim from Commy (sp?) (Denmark); letters to Jill and Jim from Claire (Nelson).

3.6 Letters received – 1972 (Part 2) [B1.F4b]

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A continuation of letters to Jim Henderson who was in hospital for an extended period, presumed to have been due to ‘heart problems’. Includes letters from Miss A Bensemann, Richmond; New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation (re. sick leave /disability pension); papers re. disputed land in Eastbourne. Also research papers for radio programmes such as roads on West Coast (from Tony Nolan); David Elworthy of A.H and A.W. Reed Ltd; notes on swaggers; letters re renting house on the West Coast

3.7 Letters received 1973 [B1.F4c]

Letter to Jim and Peg from Ellie Henderson, North Canterbury; letter from Clare, Nelson and from Mrs. Purcell, Napier with material for radio programme

3.8 Correspondence – publications, 1973-1974 [B1.F14a]

Includes letter to Dora from JH regarding her anthology 25 Oct 1972; Dept. of Internal Affairs regarding the Author’s Fund 1973; scope for publication out of our past; Montana Wines re vineyard history 1973; Also publishing houses such as Whitcombe and Tombs, A.W. and A. H. Reed, Kiwi Records; Penguin Books; James Siers Production; Millwood Press; Angus & Robertson publishers; Hodder and Stoughton Ltd; Heinemann Publishers (NZ) Ltd; Alister Taylor Publishers;. Includes designs for Gunner Inglorious covers, letters from Ormond Burton and draft foreword for 1975 edition; newspaper reviews. Also copies of letters sent to publishing houses by Jim Henderson’s accountant Arthur Young regarding royalties.

3.9 Royalties and statements 1973-1984 [B1.F14b] Royalty statements from Whitcombe and Tombs 1974 3.10 Letters received 1974 [B1.F5a]

Includes letter regarding war stories (J Fray); The Old man and the mountain by Amelia Batistich; Richardo Güiraldes (1886-1927) Misery and the devil (translated by Harriet de Onis from Güinaldes ‘ novel Don Segunds Sombea (Eng title: Shadows on the Pampa). Also a testimonial from Dr. ___dine regarding Jim Henderson – having treated him for two and a half years - written on Oakley Hospital letterhead 30/11/1974; letters from Department of Internal Affairs regarding the Author’s Fund; maintenance on Takaka property; Millwood Press; Tony Simpson. Also Canterbury Pilgrim (manuscript typed onto quadruple carbon paper)

3.11 Outward correspondence 1974-1984 [B1 .F12a]

Includes copy letter to Lt J.R. McLeod (QEII Army Museum, Waiouru), 28 Sep 1980 comments on Sutherland Clearances at Red River (Winnipeg) ca.1830, also soon to be published Exiles of Asbestos Cottage and also comments on current attitude to ANZAC Day; two letter to Phillip Wollaston (Nelson), 9 Sep 1984, Pro-peace, RSA, anti USA propaganda, ANZUS; copy of letter to E.J. Babe, Secretary Internal Affairs, 19 Oct 1984, Onekaka (Golden Bay) cottage gift to Writers of NZ as a getaway retreat; copy letter to G.T.C. 14 Sep 1978 comments on recipient’s writing and points to add or enlarge; Copy letter to Donald, 27 Sep 1978 family information re

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Canada; Scope for possible subjects for Nelson/Motueka book; Jonathon Hunt, Minister for Broadcasting 3 Oct 1984 re anti-war and television programmes; poem by Peg Dunstan On leaving Onekaka, December 1984

3.12 Letters received 1975 Part 1 [B1.F5b]

Includes letter from Dr. O Soltmann regarding Gunner Inglorious; letters from Bishop of Christchurch; John A Lee; . Letters regarding The New Zealanders from Nell Burton, Michael King and others. Letters seeking a publisher for Within the walnut including Christine Cole Catley, Rex Collings (UK), Curtis Brown (UK), Dunmore Press (NZ), Also a letter from The Joker Publishing Company, Television One, Millwood Press. Also research for radio programmes; Also letters from JH to Henry May, Minister of Internal Affairs; Albion Wright, Pegasus Press (re criticism of Within the walnut); Wayne (re Open Muster); Jack Shallcrass; etc.

3.13 Letters received 1975 Part 2 [B1.F5c]

Letters from Ministry Internal Affairs regarding proposal to gather oral histories- includes Judith Hornabrook, National Archives; information on swagger Arawata Bill; Lee Grant and Norma Purvis, Nelson College Library; Alexander Turnbull Library receipt for gift of Tom Castles’ account of NZ instigated strike of Prisoners of War in Germany; A.H. & A.W. Reed Ltd and Whitcoulls – re publishing; letter from Chris Petyt mentions JH’s ‘wife’s untimely death’ Dec 1975;

3.14 Letters received 1975 Part 3 [B1.F5d]

Includes reminiscences – swaggers etc.; papers relating Gunner Inglorious; letters of condolence on sudden death of Jill Henderson. Also letter from Michael Henderson author of novel The Log of a superfluous son; biographical notes including health; newspaper clippings; book reviews etc.

3.15 Correspondence regarding television and radio programmes 1975-1984 [B1.F12c]

Copies of letters sent and received regarding Open Country (radio) 1975; Henderson’s Country (TV) 1976; Home Country 1977; Swagger Country (TV)1976-1982; Soldier Country, 1983; Also a letter from Tony 2 years after arriving in England – response to reading Soldier Country and description of meeting with a retires Brigadier with firm opinion on the loss of Crete; Also draft agreement between Broadcasting Council , Television Service One, Television Service Two and the New Zealand Film, Radio, Television and Stage writers’ Guild, 1975. Also letter from Tony Simpson to Director General, Radio New Zealand regarding breach of copyright 1984. Also letters from PEN regarding the Onekaka property etc. Also letters of congratulations on various productions. Etc.

3.16 Letters received 1976 [B1.F6a]

Includes letters from listeners; research into R.R. Woodcock, Edwards Motors; Aard Motor Services Association and transport services; Bob Falla comments on the moa; letter from (son)Andrew and Carolyn; letter from Hocken library regarding papers gift of papers; letters form publishers; etc.

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3.17 Inward correspondence 1977-1885 [B9. F132] Sundry letters 3.18 Correspondence and anecdotes about Early Motor Transport in New Zealand 1977-

1978 Part 1 [B2.F17a] Sundry papers including letters from listeners and readers sharing anecdotes, drafts of scripts and stories etc. Also: Henderson, J., I’m all shook up (Napier earthquake), holograph, 6p. Mr. C.S. Vigers, Dannevirke recalling 4 significant earthquakes including Napier 1931; Notes on conversation with Mrs. Edgar Gillies, Oamaru n.d.; Letter from C.H. Haywood (1979) memories of working on Glen Hope Station, Lewis Pass; letters people associated with bus transport including AARD Motor Service Association of NZ. • Montgomery, Anona., Coach Hostesses (1978), typescript, 5p. • Untitled mss (first 6 pages missing) in which a driver (Phil) recalls some

passengers, ice on the road at the top of the Takaka Hill, Heaphy Track trampers, etc., holograph.

• Harvey, Don., Yell and yell for sheer joy of living, (gold prospecting 1939 and 1946) holograph,

• Henderson, J., Yell and yell for sheer joy of living, typescript, annotated, 17p. 3.19 Correspondence and anecdotes about Early Motor Transport in New Zealand 1977-

1978 Part 2 [B2.F17b] Croxley Li-Flat School notebook Gold 1857 with several pages of notes on gold prospecting at the back of the book; Notebook titled Jin Henderson NZBC WGTN Early NZ Xmases

3.20 Correspondence and anecdotes in respect to a request in local newspapers asking about Early Motor Transport in New Zealand Part 1 [B2.F18a]

Letters containing anecdotes and stories including: • MacIntosh, Joan.,The public bus – country dweller’s friend [Tokanui,

Southland (1978)], 2000 words, typescript, 10p., with covering letter. • Penny, Helen., Some recollections of wandering traders in pioneering days,

Invercargill (1977), typescript, 6 p., with covering letter. • Blanch. A.G., [1976] Early transport by A.G. Blanch • Blanch. A.G., [1976] The railways by A.G. Blanch, holograph, 18p • Blanch. A.G., [1976] Early Invercargill transport by • Henderson, J., The Mighty Bill Gibbs of Gibbs Motor, typescript, annotated,

5p. • Tucker, Joyce., [Nelson] Newmans Centennial , typescript, 3p. • Montgomery, Anina - with information on Aard Motor Services Association

of NZ, typescript, 2p. With covering letter. • Corbett, H. Jack., Recalls driving on unsealed roads in the 1950s, typescript,

4p. With covering letter.

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• Jones, Owen., {Hamilton], letter – memories of father’s service car through the Waipoua Forest area in the 1920s, holograph, 3p.

• Lloyd, G.H., The AARD service cars, typesc ript, 2p. • Lloyd, G.H., Our tyres, typescript, 1p. • Lloyd, G.H., Harry Ferguson’s penny, typescript, 1p. • Nuthe, Anne., [Christchurch] A mug with horses; Reminiscences • Harvie, Mrs E [Hawera] The petrol age

3.21 Correspondence and anecdotes in respect to a request in local newspapers asking about Early Motor Transport in New Zealand Part 2 [B2.F18b]

Letters containing anecdotes and stories including a letter from Rona Edwards, Greymouth with the following two items. The Road Code issued by the Transport Department, New Zealand, Aug 1948; Through New Zealand a tourist guide published by White Star Tourist Services 1928

3.22 Letters received 1977 [B1.F6b]

Includes letters relating to transport research –mentions the Anti-Motor Car Society and includes correspondence from New Zealand Railways with information on drivers of Railways Road Services – names and brief details. Also research into Takaka Hill; Tony Simpson regarding his research into Crete (WWII); poems;

3.23 Letters received 1978 [B1.F7]

Letters from friends and other with information for programmes including Leslie (Ontario); J.Read (Kaeo). Also a copy of a letter from JH to Headmaster of Nelson College regarding the proposed Memorial Grove of totara; Asquith Thompson (4 letters); Tony Simpson (card and letter during overseas trip); card from Arthur Bates (Wanganui) (3 letters); Alice Evans (Kaitaia); Jamie and Zoe (Wellington); Frank Allan (Nelson); Basil Borthwick (Christchurch); N Harris, Motueka Library; Catherine Holst (Palmerston North); Nona Montgomery, (Onehunga); cards and letters from Michael Henderson (Pittsburgh); Bishop of Nelson; etc.

3.24 POWs Featherston 1978-1979 [B2.F25]

Includes correspondence relating to the installation of a Prisoner of War memorial at Featherston, newspaper clippings etc. Also

• Prisoner of War form – personal details of Namae Seimei • Robertson, Keith, Lieutenant, 17 Bell Street, Tauranga. Manuscript ‘Mr

Interpreter ‘ 11p. and correspondence between JH and KR. • The graves of the incognito warriors by Seihachirō Saitō • Inward telegram 26 Feb 1943 from New Zealand Government to

D.O. Immediate No. 57 Secret. Japanese Prisoners of War. Reporting on riot. • Report and findings of the Court of Inquiry assembles pursuant to orders by

Brigadier A.E. Conway… report upon the happenings and events which took place in No. 2 Compound of the Prisoner of War Camp, Featherston, Now (sic) Zealand on Thursday 25th Fobruary (sic) 1943. Photocopy. 16p.

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• Letter from JH to Eric Thompson and reply. Regarding the book The night of the new moon by Laurens van der Post, JH letter dated 30 July 1979. ET letter dated 2 Sep 1979.

• Copy of letter from JH to Pat Ward, Wairarapa, 15 May 1978 regarding Japanese memorial at Featherston

• Copies of correspondence with the International Committee of the Red Cross, Switzerland regarding Japanese prisoners shot at Featherston on 25 Feb 1943

• Copy of letter JH to Pat Ward offering marble for a memorial at Featherston 25 May 1978. Also Pat Ward Morrisons Bush, Greytown (Featherston Memorial) The patient organizer (ex 2NZED)regarding design of the memorial, May 18 1978.

3.25 Letters, scripts and Notes regarding the filming of ‘Gunner Inglorious’ film to be

called ‘Bari’. 1978-1979 [B2 .F26] Includes correspondence 1978-1979 between JH and Alan Lindsay, Christchurch regarding filming rights; Max Rogers (Whitcoulls); J.B. Mathewson, (Laurenson, Green and Mathewson); M D Malloy (Malloy, Bramwell, Moody and Grenville); Chris Hampson (Television New Zealand); Bob Cameron (Studio Centre); A A. Vercoe (Kiwi/Pacific Records Ltd); Letter to Toss, Alan and family n.d. ; etc. Also:

• a personal profile written in JH’s handwriting • A Kiwi Returns manuscript sent to Reveille, (journal of the returned Services

League (NSW) and others. • Bari Hospital, Southern Italy Dec 1941-Nov 1942 typescript 6p.

3.26 Correspondence 1978–1981 ‘Rammer” (artillery) from Sidi Rezegh, Dec. 1941

[B2.F21] Inward and outward letters predominantly regarding an artillery rammer retrieved from the Sidi Rezegh battle site. Correspondents include Major D.G. Lough, School of Artillery; Robert Muldoon; Lieut Col. J.M. Masters, Royal regiment of NZ Artillery; Allan McCready, Minister of Defence; Dorothy Thorne George; D.S. Thomson, Minister of Defence; John Masters; Brigadier C.E. Weir; Brigadier H B Lantham; etc. Also a copy (typescript) letter from Col Steve Weir, NZ Artillery to Sandy Thomas 12th Dec 1941 regarding the North Africa campaign and describes events leading up to and including the Siege of Tobruck. (6 Bde) 14p.

3.27 Letters received – 1979 [B 1.F1a]

Inward correspondence from Alice Evans; Manfred Rommel (son of German Commander Field Marshal Erwin Rommell, WWII); Eric Thompson and the Japanese Society of Auckland re the launch of the book The Path from Guadalcanal (Michiharu Shinya); copies of letters ass Director, Collections and Research associated with Verity Fithardings, - reminiscences and accounts for possible inclusion in RSA Review; ___ Owens, Wellington regarding his book Gunner Inglorious; Hazel Carr, Cambridge providing an story of swagger near Dunsandle; etc. Also, family and friends including

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Jeanne (Oamaru); Pat Ward, Greytown; Alan of Christchurch; Rose Ro__, Christchurch; Reina, Italy; Hop from Spectrum Documentary Unit.

3.28 Sundry papers [B1.F1b] Poetry/lyrics; part of a letter (copy) from JH to Major General Richard Clutterbuck

(JH’s comments on war) and sundry reminiscences 3.29 Two note books [B1.F1d] 1 Croxley Li-Flat School notebook. General notes often associated with specific

personal names; 1 manila note book. Names with note entries, lists and jottings. 3.30 Letters dated 1980 and notes by JHH [B1.F8]

Includes letter to JH from Tay Wilson, New Zealand Olympic Games Team regarding public pressure to boycott the Games; copies of letters from JH to Lance Cross (Olympic official) and Deborah Coddington re Asbestos Cottage; letter and postcard from Hillary and Jim (Canada); Anne Murray (London); Asquith Thompson; Alice ?; Arthur Bates (Wanganui); Bishop of Christchurch; Bishop of Nelson; Ron Brown (Oamaru); Jim King (Turangi); Lew King (Kutarere); Meryl Lowrie, NZ Red Cross; etc.

3.31 Letters dated 1981 and notes by JHH, Part 1 [B1.F9a]

Includes letter from B.F.Beckingsale, Headmaster Nelson College acknowledging gift of artificial leg. Also letters from Lt Colonel (retired) Schroetter, Verband Deutsches Afrika-Korps; Cathie and Doug Dickson (Napier); Jeanne (Oamaru); Arthur Bates (Wanganui); Alice (Kaitaia) regarding reminiscences; A Harris re. Swagger Country; Dept. of Internal Affairs regarding publication and funding; Lime & Marble Ltd regarding dolomite quarry, Nelson; etc. Also letter from JH to Jim Glasgow, solicitor regarding the property Kaiuru – with replies and letter to Colonel Schroetter translated into German with covering note from Michael King.

3.32 Letters dated 1981 and notes by JHH, Part 2 [B1.F9b]

Includes letters from family, friends and others with information for programmes such as NZ Book Council agreement to appearance fee for JH and Peggy Dunstan at Parklands, Motueka, Motueka South and Riwaka Schools; NZ Listener regarding book reviews; Judith Sutherland Oahnke (California) re Sutherlandshire to Scotch Grove; correspondence regarding the records of hearings and appeals relating to military service 1941-1945; Asquith Thompson (Timaru) (torn); Tony Simpson regarding Crete book Operation Mercury; John Ganty (sp?) regarding dream analysis; Bert and Edna Ward (Taunton); Lew Williams with WWII memories; Jim Watson; Leslie (Ontario); poem by Morry Biggs (Nelson); Julia and George Kojis – offer on the house; Grace (Bulls) re visit to Wanganui Museum, reminiscences etc.; John A Lee (or P Savage) On the muzzling of authors

3.33 Letters dated 1982 [B3.F38a] Letters from family, friends and listeners including:

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• Bill Rowling, Leader of the Opposition, (House of Representatives) to Peg Dunstan regarding a Royal recognition for JH. 26 Aug 1982 (typed). Peg Dustan’s reply n.d. with outline of some of JH’s achievements. Carbon copy

• H J Ward (Bert and Edna) (Taunton, UK) to JH, 6 May 1982, news from abroad. Typed aerogramme

• Bill Thornton, (Wellington) to Jim, 18 Feb 1982. Holograph. 1p. • Two (2) letters from Margaret Still to Jim, 15/2/82 and 21/3/82, thanks for

flowers, use of house at Takaka(?), running a gallery, etc. Holograph • Tony Simpson (Wellington) to Jim and Peg, 18/2/1982. Refers to Jim’s recent

surgery, research into Freyberg and general news. Holograph. 1p with envelope.

• R.C.Fox, Editor, New Zealand Times to Jim. 3 Mar 1982. Request for article – feelings of someone coming through major heart surgery. Typed. 1p.

• NZRSA – 4 Jun 1982 to Jim, 4 Jun 1982 regarding War Pension 1/11409. Typed. 1p.

• B.J.Bowen, NZ Army to Mr Henderson, 2 Jun 1982, ‘experiences as a patient in NZ Medical Units during WWII. Typed. 1p.

• Sheila Manfield (Upper Hutt) to JH, 15/9/82, recalls incident while she nursed him in Wellington hospital after surgery shortly after he had returned to NZ ca. 1943

• Petra McCorquodale (Rakaia) to Dear Jim 21 Nov 1982, catching up after about 10years. Mentions opening an art gallery at Rakaia and ‘Ashburton – an aged peoples home… several 100 plus and plenty of 90plus… Holograph, 2p.

• Michael King (Auckland) to Jim and Peg, 23/3/82, re ‘Walnut’. Holograph. 1p.

• Michael Hurd, Dean of Nelson to Mr. Henderson 12 Aug 1982, regarding research into Nelson clergy and the church property known as ‘Rawhiti;. Typed, annotated by JH. 1p.

• Dorothy Hayes, (Dunedin) to Mr. Henderson. Regarding permission to include references to Sam Hayes(?) in JH’s autobiography. Bio information. Mentions Fort Dorset. Holograph with envelope, 5p.

• Two (2) letters from Richard Garczynski to JH. Sep 11 1082 and undated regarding his memories of and research into Bardia, November 1941. Holograph, 8p.

• E.W. Valentine, DSIR (Auckland) to Mr. Henderson, 24 Sep 1982, regarding distribution of the Chilean saw-fly and the white butterfly, typed, 1p.

• Zelda Close (Nelson) to Jim Henderson, 2.12.1982, mentions a boy’s concert and a story about a train journey, holograph, annotated, 9p.

• Bishop of Christchurch 10 Jim 19 May 1982 re nuclear weapons and the selling of arms to 3rd world countries. Typed. Lower left and right corners have been removed (left one cut out and right corner torn out) 1p.

• Paul Roshkind Port Authority, New York to Mr. Henderson, Jan 16 1981 regarding nuclear propelled ships, typed, bottom edge has been trimmed

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and reattached using sellotape , letter is pasted to the letter from the Bishop of Christchurch. 1p.

• Frank Allan (Nelson) to Jim regarding photograph of Gordon Wilmshurst (copyright), with newspaper clipping showing image. Holograph, 1p.

• Jim (Kilbirnie, Wellington) to Jim 1 Aug 1982, comments on a TV programme – Kiwi Concert Party; mentions Home Guard. Typescript, 2p.

• Several letters and parts of letters from Cyril ? to Jim n.d., personal reminiscences, holograph

• Jeannette (Christchurch) to Peggy, 9.3.82, comments on Jim’s book ‘Exiles’, recollections of living in the Orinoco Valley/Lloyd Valley – mentions the Grooby(sp?) family (two wives), Plymouth Brethren, Grandfather Henderson who was an accountant for W F Buller, meeting Roey

• Grace (at Matron) to Jim Mar 1 1982 and Mar 8 1982, holograph, 2p. • Etc.

3.34 Letters dated 1983 [B3.F38b]

• Jeanne Read (Kaeo), to Jim the morale restorer, Jan 7 1983, Regarding ‘Dig’ in hospital after stroke. Writes about how she is coping, description of scenery around her as she write this letter, Holograph 4p.

• Peter Pratley, Kilbirnie, Wellington to Jim, 27/9/83 info about Bill Gibbs, annotated, holograph, 5p.

• Nona Montgomery (written on old South Pacific Airlines of New Zealand Ltd letterhead) to Jim, 27 Feb 1983. Explains use of letterhead, comments on ‘Sue’ on ‘Open Country’ and her engagement (etiquette of grandmother’s day wish the bride to be happiness and congratulate the man – never congratulate the woman). Holograph

• Nelson City Council with plan showing position of drains at 95 Halifax Street, Nelson 5 Jul 1983

• Thelma Cox (Auckland) to Jim, 13 Nov 1983 gardens, jam making and her father a stonemason – story of Bellevue Road, Mt Eden

• Barry and Julia Allred (Rangiora) to Jim, 6/4/83 change of address • Helen (Wellington) to Wonderful Jim 1/12/83, letter written on the verso of

a poster ‘Peace is everyone’s business’ ‘Wellington Peace Festival’ 1983 • Jim (Wellington) to Jim 29 Apr 83, ill health due to age, garden, book shop in

Kilbirnie. Holograph • Margaret (?) to ‘Jimmy the Jewel’. 20,21,21. General news. Mentions anti-

apartheid/rugby tours, poem starting ‘I wonder if Christ had a black dog all warm and loving as mine’. Holograph. First two ages are pasted together and the writing in the upper third cannot be read.

• Rai (Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Rotorua) to Jim, Nov 17 1983. Reminiscing on Jim in hospital 1948, Holograph, 3p.

• Harry Forking (Taupo) to Henderson Bey, 4/11/83. Holograph, 1 leaf

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• Marilyn Waring, Parliament Building, 21 July 1983, with enclosed open letter to the USA Ambassador regarding the visit of nuclear powered ship USS Texas. Typescript, 3p.

3.35 Letters dated 1984 [B3.F39a] Sundry letters including

• Arthur Brumby, 4th & 5th R.M.T. Association to Dear Jim, 28 Jul 1984 – congratulations on receiving MBE, typescript, annotated by JH, 1p.

• William (Bill) Rowling (Nelson), appointment to Washington USA, typescript, 1p.

• Five (5) letters from Asquith Thomas to Ezziak Effendi Jim. Includes news of arrival of the ship Nino Bixio in Timaru July 1984 in which hundreds of allied POWs perished during the war.

• David Foley, Publicity and Advertising Branch , NZ Railways 31.1.84, with information on the decline of the Nelson railway line, Typescript, 5p.

• Achian (Nelson) to Jim 12 Mar 84, mentions formation of the NZ Party, typescript 1p.

• Peg to Jim 16/1/84 regarding difference of opinion with the publisher (book - Kind Hearts and kerosene tins), holograph, 2p

• Mae and Betty to Jim and Peg, 7.8.84, regarding publishing a book, Holograph, 3p.

• Bett, (CCU Waikato Hospital) to Jim and Peg, 20.9.84, informing that she is in hospital with ‘our old family trait! Heart!’ Holograph

• Noel , (Wakefield), to Jim 12.4.84 and 27.5.84, research for Jims Nelson book. Holograph, 3p.

• Frank Allan (Nelson) to Jim, 21.3.84 research for Jim’s book on Nelson. Holograph, 2p.

• Doris Atkinson (Richmond) to Mr. Henderson, 6.12.84 research for book on squatters, holograph, 4p.

• Christopher Burgess (Remuera) 30.5.84 open letter regarding growing swan plants for monarch butterflies

• Joan Calder (Queen Elizabeth Hospital) to Jim Henderson 21.3.84. Mentions Jim’s car accident. Writes about the difficulty women have in finding time to write, holograph, 3p.

• Irene Coles (Nelson) to Mr. Henderson 8.4.84, re Mrs. Perrine Moncrieff, typescript 1p.

• Peter Lewin (Rabbi Moses Dagstein), (London) to Forgetful One 12.6.84 (postmark), memories of NZ and news from UK, aerogram. Holograph

• Alice and Clyde Evans to Jim, 30.11.84. Two postcards. the writer (Alice) is recovering from a stroke and recounts her recovery and frustrations at ill health.

• Clare and Ted Ford, (Richmond) to Jim, 25.4.84 – research into Nelson ‘Mailbox House’. 3 typescript pages by JH annotated by the Ford family with a covering letter.

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• 2 letters from Margaret Haddon (Wainuiomata) to Jim, 21.3.84, holograph, 3p; 1.8.84 - holographs, 2p. General news

• Rai (Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Rotorua) to Jim, 28.1.84, letter from a friend sharing news of the death of one of her friends, holograph, 3p.

3.36 Letters dated 1984 continued [B3.F39b] Sundry letters including:

• Noel Holmes (Bucklands Beach, Auck) to Jim, 24.8.84. Typescript 1p • Ellen Hopkins (Akaroa) to Jim, 20.11.84. News of Akaroa, describes bus trip

to look at gardens, Holograph, 3p. • S.A. Hughes (Pakaranga) to Mr Jim Henderson, 6.1.84. Re ‘Swagger Country’

– detailed story of swagger in the Tokirimu / Ohura district – Jack Allan with a flowing white hair and beard (refers to two photographs)

• Ormond Jones (Tauranga) to Jim ‘Hebrew’ 20.6.84. News – moved to Tauranga, wife Phyl died ca. 1982 etc. Holograph, 2p

• Nancy Word (sp?) (Raglan) to Jim, 25.10.84. Explains that their mothers were friends. Writes about dog including dog trials. Holograph, 8p

• Jim Lewis , (Nelson) to Jim 15.2.84. Went to school with Jim’s brother – writes about Nelson College, includes story ‘The ‘Jerp’ ‘Harfa’. Holograph, 4p.

• Jim Lewis (Nelson) 21.3.84. More stories associated with school and general ‘chat’. Holograph, 6p

• Jim Lewis (Nelson) to Jim 20.8.84. Comments on Dan Davin’s book For the rest of our lives. Holograph. 3p

• Clair MacDougall (Mt Eden) to Dear dear friend 8.11.84. Lettergram, personal.

• Three personal letters from Joyce McGath (Richmond) – includes offering to knit a jersey/cardigan in exchange for a copy of JH’s autobiography

• Jim Maitland (Nelson) to Sir, 16.4.84, information on Riverhead Gold tobacco lady and the artist who painted the picture of her. Holograph, 2p.

• Mrs. K Martyn (Takaka) to Mr. Henderson, 29.2.84 regarding photographs and tape (OH) sent 19883 regarding fencing on the Quarts Range Government farm

• J. McLay (Minister of Justice) 8.2.84 – information about the death of Louis Hauiti Potaka, medical practitioner who died aged 35 at Takaka Oct 1936

• C A Oram, NZ Artificial Limb Board 15.11.84 regarding a possible book on artificial limbs in New Zealand

• Margaret McLeod, New Zealand Book Council, 29.5.84 regarding problems with JH’s publishers over royalties from radio broadcasts

• Mrs. L.G. Walker, (Nelson) n.d. regarding ‘old tattered flag’ which was deposited in the Nelso Isel(?) Museum, Stoke for safe keeping. Refers to a photo of flag held by the writer, etc. Holograph, 9p

• Mike Ancell, Wadsworth & Dick, real estate agent Nelson 29.11.84 regarding rental of property (Onekaka cottage?)

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• Hugh Templeton (Onekaka Cottage) 27.12.84 Aerogram, describing being at Onekaka

• 2 letters from Takapuna Normal Intermediate School -26 10. 84 and 1.11.84, Thanks for visits to and support of school. Typescript, 2p

• Rewai Street (Christchurch) to Sir, Comments on Down from Marble Mountain Refers to enclosed photographs (possible football players – mentions ‘Sandy’ Thomas). Mentions Turk (at school) and other childhood memories. Holograph, 6p

• Fairley Strathern (Takaka) to Jim, 27.3.84. War reminiscences – gives an opinion on Dan Davis’s (sp?) story about a grenade that is reputed to have exploded in corpse’s hand (rigor mortis), Aerogram, holograph.

• Bronwen Pelvin to Jim Henderson 26.4.84 – letter regarding draft mss on Riverside – amendments to statistics

• Etc. 3.37 Letters, notes and articles on the tobacco industry ca. 1984 [B2.F27]

Includes letters regarding Riverhead tobacco and Ruby Stevenson from N Hasneer (Napier) , Frances M Leary (Ngongotaha) , Jim Farley (Kumeu), Bill ? (Takaka), Betty Hitters (Whangarei), Rosa M Thorn (Beachlands); P A Skilton, (Rothmans Tobacco Company Ltd); etc. Also notes and articles on :

• Ruby Stevenson (the woman featured on Riverhead tobacco tin), typescript, 4p. (2 copies); Also photocopy showing eight Riverhead tobacco packaging featuring Ruby Stevenson.

• The background and history of the tobacco culture and industry developed in New Zealand, carbon copy typescript, 12p.

• Strike a light, my first smoke, and she was looking out from the round ‘Riverhead Gold’ tobacco tin lid… carbon copy typescript (2 copies) 4p.

• For my money, my beautiful Miss NZ for 60 years and more popular rhan ever (her freshly printed strong smiling face distributed around NZ and overseas… carbon typescript with covering letter Bert and ? Graham regarding proof reading

3.38 Letters dated 1985-1987 [B3.F40]

Fourteen (14) sundry letters including letters between JH and Ian Thwaites, Auckland Museum Library regarding books and family portraits, etc. Also:

• Fred W. Erby (Collingwood) to Jim, answered 1/1/85, comments on ‘The Marble Mountain’. Holograph, 2p.

• Peter Casey (Ruawai) to Jim 21/9/85 regarding radio programme, Walter Smith and early records. Holograph, 2p.

• Cliff Lord (Howick) to JH. 3 Aug 1986 re WWII army patches worn by NZ forces and includes photocopy of 4 sheets showing samples records (typed + photocopied records)

• Vic Wall (Richmond, Nelson) to Jim, Dec 1986, poem by Pt B.G. Miles (Kaikoura) titled The Libyan Campaign. Holograph, 5p.

• To Peg and Jim, signature indecipherable, 3/7/87, holograph, 2p.

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• JH to Peg and Ian 12/3/1987, holograph, 1p. 3.39 Correspondence Man with the Donkey painting by Moore Jones 1986 [B2.F22]

Inward and outward letters, 1986 regarding Sapper H. Moore Jones water-colour of Private Simpson D.C.M and his donkey at ANZAC 1915. Includes illustrations of three colour processes from the original water-colour, newspaper clippings etc. (photocopies; letters from Jim Beever (Auckland)l Betty Johnston (Dunedin); Selina M.G. Cannill (sp?) (Dunedin); Shirley Adams (Dunedin); Anne Gray, Senior curator of Art, Australian War Memorial.

3.40 Letters – undated [B1.F11]

Inward correspondence from family, friends and others including letters from Bas Borthwick reminiscing – describes HMAS Napier and HMAS Nizam steaming for Alexandria after evacuation on Crete 1941 and an attack on Nizam by Stuka dive bombers (Riverskills Canterbury at top in red crayon), 1p.; illustrated letter from Sheila declining invitation to illustrate a book 3p.; Bill Simpson regarding house extensions; Tony Nolan (Horowhenua) to Bev and Lyle – invitation for JH to visit and explore Foxton history; Thank you letter from Maraetai School; P MacFarlane (Remuera) regarding family connections; EPS Lewin, (publisher, London) former neighbor at Kairuru (?); Leon and Sandra Hall (Nelson); Don Frank (New Plymouth) Blood and Fire, Eggs and Water – the life and works of Envoy Stephen Buick; Joan Ellie, (Nelson) personal; Daphne Caird (Invercargill) Dads bus and other stories; Monk and Bent I am home; Rolf (Bay of Islands); Peter and Pamela (Takaka) ; Ron (Oamaru); Janet (Christchurch – Timaru); etc.

3.41 Letters regarding Mingar Qaim – undated [B9.F151] Letters and sundry papers 3.42 Correspondence Alexander Turnbull Library [B1.F12b] Correspondence and deposit record forms relating to papers and photographs 3.43 Toss Woollaston Part 1 [B2.F20a]

Diary to Jim Henderson by Toss Woolleston, Riwaka, N.Z., 1971. Typescript, carbon copy. Annotated. Inserts.

3.44 Toss Woollaston Part 2 [B2.F20b]

Nine (9) letters to Jim Henderson from Toss Woollaston Sept 1972 – Jan 1973. 11/8/1972 mentions recording readings at Broadcasting House, Nelson such as Views of Mt Egmont; comments on Diary to Jim Henderson; 12/8/1972 –growing lilies; 2/10/1972 – comments on difficulties in working up a painting from a photograph, mentions father worked for Faull family, Taranaki on arrival in NZ; 19/10/1972 re payment for Views on Mt Egmont, Diary to Jim Henderson, TW building house and mentions JH’s ill health; 27/10/1072 – brief domestic descriptions; 3/11/1972 - story from when TW was a door to door salesman; 3/11/1072 – various comments presumably in response to a letter from JH’

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4/11/1972 – further comments in response to letter – mentions caves at Waikani, North Canterbury, sale of Riwaka house picture, exhibition at Motueka; 21/01/1973 – growing lilies, Alister Taylor, etc.

3.45 Toss Woollaston Part 3 [B2.F20c] Two (2) greeting cards created by Toss Woollaston with one envelope

1) Grey River and Mt Davey (signed Woollaston). With Christmas message, n.d. pen and ink.

2) Anna in 1942 (signed Woollaston). Sketch of sleeping baby. No message. Pen and ink

3.46 Ephemera and sundry papers [B16.F239]

Includes First 150 years, New Zealand Association of Flour Millers and Bakers, n.d.; Newsword Wilkinson Sword issue 13, Aug 1985; Photograph – Solicitor Doug gerard of Whagarei, POW 2NZED, author of Unwilling guest, At Disneyland 1974; MOTAT Messenger 1985/1; programme new Zealand Correspondence School break-up ceremony 1974; More on Kohoutek! Special edition ca. Dec 1974; flier, Palm Springs Parakai Ltd – natural thermal hot pools; Bush Barometer – Australia, ca. 1983, string made out of human hair and wallaby fur (kadaitcha twine) and card with text to explain how to use; Souvenir programme for the New Zealand Kiwis Revue, n.d.

Series 4: Publishing, manuscripts, scripts and drafts

A collection of manuscripts and broadcasting scripts (draft and final). Also papers relating to royalties and papers relating to publishing. 4.1 Letters regarding publishing and royalties [B9.F133] Sundry papers 1975-1984 4.2 Sundry papers relating to publishing books 1977-1986 [B12.F186]

Letter A C Simpson writing about his childhood memories of living at Takaka – mentions early motoring; scripts, copy; notes; etc.

4.3 Margaret Harding nee Astley [B2.F30] Draft manuscript (carbon typescript) on Alfred Ernest Harding and Margaret Astley written by JH. 18p.; Biography of Notable NZ Woman, Mrs. Margaret Astley M.B.E. J.P. Oct 1962 with covering letter; family information

4.4 Cyril Drummond article [B9.F131] Mss titled Squirrel – the story of Cyril Drummond (carbon typescript, 27p.) 4.5 Tsuyaku San (Mr Interpreter) Some experiences related by Lieutenant K.

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Robertson, Camp Interpreter, Japanese Prisoner of War Camp, Featherston. [B2.F24] Annotated typescript. Chapter titles include Prisoner of war camp No. 1, 4p.; Japanese speaking personnel, 1p.; The New Zealand Officers’ Mess, 3p.; Incidents leading up to the riot of February 1943, 2p.; The riot, 5 p.; Japanese officers’ compound, 3p.; The fancy dress ball, 1p.; Bees and eels and many things, 1p.; A little know-all, 2p.; Two’s loose, 2p.; Japanese barbers, 1p.; Unusual traits, 1p.; A look from the other side, 1p.; One returned to give thanks, 2p.; Dr Demer’s ghost, 1p.; Hawiian (sic) times, 1p.; Bon Voyage, 5p.

4.6 Nelson, Reed’s book [B6.F74] Draft and edited copy for Henderson’s book on Nelson published by Reed 4.7 Great New Zealand Soldiers (not published) [B15.F237] Draft stories and related correspondence 1976-1977. 4.8 Henderson’s Country scripts (Radio Pacific) [B12.F184]

Includes Stamp Woman by Bill Howell; Sickle of the South, J Henderson; Kairuru Hill, not attributed; Pets – (eels: Old Nag) not attributed. Farewell Spit Opening – not attributed; Etc.

4.9 New Zealand Times 1984 Part 1 [B9.F137] Jim Henderson’s copy for NZ Times articles 4.10 New Zealand Times 1984 Part 2 [B9.F138] Correspondence 1983 4.11 ‘Within the walnut’ – Jim Henderson, Part 1 [B2.F19a]

Unpublished manuscript of Within the walnut by Jim Henderson 1975. Annotated typescript.

4.12 ‘Within the walnut’ – Jim Henderson, Part 2 [B2.19b] Notes, rewrites and correspondence relating to Jim Henderson’s Within the walnut (1975)

4.13 The Wonderful Bulldozer and Halley’s Comet: scripts and letters [B2.F16]

Letter from JH to ‘Patient Neil regarding 4 Coasters and Suitcase Stan and others Apr 8 1979; Also the following scripts:

• Henderson, j., The bulldozer, Programme 12, typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., The Wonderful Bulldozer (includes mss plan showing the bull

dozer’s route), typescript, 23p. • Henderson, J., Dan, Man of the Road, typescript and holograph notes. • Henderson, J., Halley’s Comet is coming (NZ Home Journal , Feb. 1973)

4.14 Short stories on various topics [B2.F31]

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Titled and untitled short stories by Jim Henderson including: • Quad, annotated typescript, 4p. • Ferg Holyoake; Our rare bird, typescript, 3p. • ‘2001’ at Hokitika in 1910! (or moving tale of mightly metronome),

typescript, 1p. • Dan Greaney, 10. Hokitika: typescript, 1p. • Speedy storekeepers Hold tomorrow poem, typescript, 6p. • Did you play puss in the corner by Hazel P. Harris, typescript, 7p. • A starling at the door Part II by Ivy L. Crozier, typescript, 5p.

4.15 Scripts on Thames and Coromandel for broadcast on 1YA and 4YA 1956 [B2.F23]

Includes list of programmes under the title Coromandel Way with the following scripts:

• Henderson, J., Thames, typescript, annotated, 3p • Henderson, J., Foundry [Price},. typescript, annotated, 3p. • Henderson, J., The Chinese winegrower [Stanley Chan], typescript,

annotated, 1p. • Henderson, J., Whenuakite , typescript, annotated, 3p. • Henderson, J., The strawberry man typescript, annotated, 3p. • Henderson, J., Big fish yarns, typescript, annotated, 1p. • Henderson, J., The top , typescript, annotated, 4p. • Henderson, J., Coromandel , typescript, annotated, 2p. • Strongman, Jack., Interview with Councillor Zillah Hamilton, typescript, 3p.

with covering letter. 4.16 On Active Service. Radio - ZBs stations, sponsors Vacuum Oil, 1959 [B12.F184]

Title of file – Agonised originals. Contains scripts for radio broadcasts. No. 1 The big breakout; The escape of Bruce Crowley; Grantham’s blizard; The soapy one; Sergeant Dick Travis, V.C.; The ghost train.

4.17 Draft stories on Southland and Westland [Unpublished?] [B2.F32] Includes short stories and script for radio programmes.

• Hayter Graham C., This Milford, 1120 words, carbon copy typescript with carbon signature, 4p.

• Henderson, J., (attributed), Oysters, typescript, annotated, 3p. • Henderson, J., (attributed), Going the Kiwi way, (Dutch immigrants),

typescript , annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Milford, typescript for radio programme, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J. ,Muttonbird Trip Part 1, typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Muttonbird Trip Part 2, typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Invercargill Trust, typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Freezing works, typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Sea story, (Bert Stevenson at Bluff), typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Stewart Island, typescript, annotated, 5p.

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• Henderson, J., Pioneer Airman, (Jim Monk),typescript, annotated, 4p. • Henderson, J., Wapiti Men, typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Wynham farmer (Doug MacPherson and his newspaper

‘Wynham Farmer’), typescript, annotated, 5p. • Henderson, J., Fishermen, (fishermen from Bluff), typescript, annotated, 5p.

4.18 Drafts and notes on various topics [B2.F28]

Sundry papers including many incomplete and draft scripts/articles. Includes list of recipients of Christmas cards in 1984 and notes on how to interview people; Also:

• Script for Talk to 21 Battalion 2 NZEF National reunion, Auckland 1980; • The old swimming hole dedicated to the kids of old railway town without

whose companionship this story would never be told. Annotated typescript. 2p.

• One Darn’ shift typescript. Incomplete pages 2, 5, 6 and 7 • Burton, O.M., I was in Mount Crawford Prison, Wellington serving a

sentence… recollections of a conscientious objector. Typescript, 1p. • Early motor dealers of Hawkes Bay by Berliet • We had planned our holiday north for some time… by Jacqui Burgess • Gong Day. Typescript, 2p. • Here I am, out the monk, stuck full of tubes like a hedgehog – oxygen mask

drip feed, drain, heart catheter, Godknowswhat -… Jim Henderson, holograph, 7 leaves.

4.19 Book Reviews [B12.F185] Clippings 4.20 Barnicoat Breezes [B1.F15]

Three editions of Nelson’s College’s school magazine Barnicoat Breezes 1973, 1974 (40th Anniversary Edition) 1975.

4.21 McKinlay, Ernest., Ways and by-ways of a singing Kiwi with the N.Z. Divisional

Entertainers in France. Privately (?) published 1939. Inscribed copy of book signed by Joselyn, Radio Pacific Staff, August ‘86

4.22 Crump, Barry [B7.F78] Mrs Windyflax and the Pungapeople typescript. Also Peg and Crump Mighty children’s Book: 3 Epic poems

4.23 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1982 [B13.F199] Two letters – includes letter attention Barry Crump re use of poems 4.24 Letters relating to music [B16.F238]

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Two letters from lyricist and composer Willow Macky 1983 – lyrics and musical score for Te Harinui and lyrics for the Ballard of Captain Moonlight

Series 5: Asbestos Cottage

Asbestos Cottage was built in the 1890s by prospectors looking for asbestos in the area. From 1914 this isolated cottage was home to Henry Chaffey and Annie Fox. Escaping an abusive husband, Annie left her two teenage sons in Canterbury and fled with her lover Henry to the mountains of the Cobb Valley. The couple stayed as virtual recluses in the tiny hut for nearly 40 years. For further information see http://www.doc.govt.nz/conservation/historic/by-region/nelson-tasman/golden-bay/asbestos-cottage/

The following papers were used by Jim Henderson in the preparation of his publication The exiles of Asbestos Cottage published by Hodder and Stoughton, 1981.

5.1 Chaffey, Asbestos Cottage, Woman alone (Done wiv!) Part 1 [B5.F50a] Sundry papers including letters and draft text relating to Annie (nee Fox) and Henry (Harry) Chaffey and Asbestos Cottage in the Cobb Valley, - mentions the Eva and Roy Mytton. Also letter from Ash Quinney (Wakefield) Jan 1980 recollections of Asbestos Cottage and the Chaffey’s etc.

5.2 Chaffey, Asbestos Cottage, Woman alone (Done wiv!) Part 2 [B5.F50b]

Sundry papers including letters relating to Annie (nee Fox) and Henry (Harry) Chaffey and Asbestos Cottage in the Cobb Valley. Includes letter from F C wood (Wellington) 29/4/78 regarding A F Clapcott and the asbestos mine; letter from Don Nicholson (Lower Hutt) 19/1/1980 regarding mineral prospecting in the Cobb valley area, radioactive minerals, and meeting the Chaffeys, etc. Includes a note from (not attributed) with a piece of asbestos said to have been handled by Annie and Harry Chaffey and letters received regarding research into the Chaffeys

5.3 Chaffey [B5.F52]

Sundry correspondence including a floor plan sketch of Chaffey’s hut; letter from Roy relating story about Chaffey’s death; letter from J (?) Read (Kaeo) and others; etc.

5.4 Chaffey correspondence 1978-1980 [B5.F55]

Predominantly inward correspondence regarding research into Henry and Annie Chaffey.

5.5 Chaffey originals – over and out 14 Oct 1979 Part 1 [B5.F53a]

Sundry correspondence predominantly in response to research queries. Includes the death certificate of Henry Fox Chaffey, genealogical information etc. Also detailed letter from Bernie G Johnson (Stoke) etc.

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5.6 Chaffey originals – over and out 14 Oct 1979 Part 2 [B5.F53b] Sundry papers – predominantly inward correspondence including letter from Jack McBurney regarding the Chaffey’s hut; notes from Roy Mytton; a letter Audrey Raymond memories of Mrs. Chaffey; letter from Ivan Barnett and A E Field re first and accounts of Asbestos cottage, meeting Mr. and Mrs. Chaffey, witnessing their wedding, etc.

5.7 Notes, Carbons and re-writes – Done with JHH Onekaka 14.1.80 [B5.F51] Sundry correspondence 5.8 Chaffey – sundry loose papers [B5.F54]

Sundry inward correspondence [1980] including genealogical information and photographs sent by Bert (Taunton, England) 4/12/1980; letter from Department of Lands and Survey regarding place names; letter from Arthur Bates re visit to Cobb Valley; certified copy of Henry Fox Chaffey’s birth certificate; etc.

5.9 Chaffey correspondence 1980 [B5.F56]

Predominantly responses to research enquiries regarding Henry and Annie Chaffey. Includes transcription of Church registry entry for Henry Fox Chaffey’s first marriage 1903.

5.10 Chaffey correspondence 1980-1981 [B5.F57]

Predominantly inward correspondence regarding research into Henry and Annie Chaffey; copyright issues, Chaffey genealogy etc. Also a transcript of a letter dated May 27 1947 from Annie Chaffey to Mrs. Robson.

5.11 Chaffey, Henry and Annie correspondence [B5.F58]

Photocopies of letters and documents from Archives New Zealand regarding Chaffey’s marital status[1980] ; letters from H F Chaffey [1912-1918] regarding prospecting; letter from HFC to Walter Nash 1942; Petition relating to ‘compensation for acts and works carried out by him during the past 21 years – keeping open, improving, clearing and prospecting [asbestos deposits ] in what is now a National park [1938]; letters from Mines Dept. [1912?]; telegram regarding the death of Mrs. Chaffey [1953]. Copy of letter written by Henry Chaffey to Mrs. P Moncrieff, Nelson, dated Oct 2 1925. Sundry notes Sundry research papers etc.

5.12 Chaffey, Henry and Annie, BDM certificates [B5.F59]

Certified copies of birth certificate of Henry Fox Chaffey 1868; marriage certificate of Henry Fox Chaffey to Laura Mary Adcock 1903; Divorce petition – Henry Fox Chaffey v. Laura Mary Chaffey of the ground of adultery (owner of a Christchurch brothel) – with decree nisi 1907. Certified marriage certificate of Henry Fox Chaffey and Annie Selina Fox, 1932; certified death certificate of Annie Selina Chaffey 1953.

5.13 Plans showing the Cobb valley [B5.F60]

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Two plans showing the Cobb Valley and the location of Asbestos Cottage. Also black and white photograph showing basic bush cottage with horizontal boards and an iron roof. On verso ‘Chaffey’s Hut, Cobb River Valley, T.J. Cave.

5.14 Exiles of Asbestos Cottage Manuscript [B5.F61] Annotated copy for chapter 13 The terrible return 5.15 Final additions Chaffey and/or checkings for master copy Jan 1980 [B5.F62] Sundry papers. Typescript. 5.16 The exiles of Asbestos Cottage – semi final version 8-6-80 [B5.F63] Folder containing manuscript as at June 8 1980. (typescript) 5.17 Chaffey/Asbestos 1 Aug 1981 [B5.F64] Sundry papers relating to the publication on The Exiles of Asbestos Cottage 5.18 Francois, L. G., From turbine to grid. Tasman Electric Power Board, Richmond,

Nelson, 1986. [B5.F65]

Series 6: Coaster Country

A collection of papers relating to New Zealand’s West Coast (South Island) used in radio broadcasts during the late 1970s. Several years later, Jim Henderson compiled Tales of the Coast, published by Heinemann, NZ, 1984.

6.1 Coaster Country – sundry papers Part 1 [B12.F174] Includes Karamea the Blest; Ho5/3890 transcript – Arawata Bill (transcript of interview with Frank Heveldt, A Owen, Dan Greany; Anawata Bill by Dan Greaney (sic), Jackson’s Bay, 1971; transcript of Open Country No. 516 Wekas, kiwis, keas and Bantie rooster 23 Sep 1973; Script Wanda the pet wapiti by J Henderson broadcast ‘This is N.Z.’; Uranium Country by Jim Henderson; correspondence relating to ‘Anawata Bill’ with a photo of his headstone.

6.2 Coaster Country – sundry papers Part 2 [B12.F175]

Includes further information from Dan Greany; Men on Ice (1) (Franz Josef Glacier); West Coast Vicar, Programme 5; The Golden Elephant House – 7 (Arahura Gold dredge); Our amazing greenstone Programme No. 8; This is New Zealand – Civil Servant Killer No. 9 by Jim Henderson; This is New Zealand – Pioneer Country No 11; Labour Daily (Grey River Argus); Dinkum New Zealander (Jimmy Donovan, store keeper at Okarito); File Number 3 Bar 181 (Norman Friend and kotuku (white heron)); You earn it – every penny (West Coast coal).

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6.3 Coaster Country – sundry papers Part 3 [B12.F176a]

Includes Cattle King by JH; Poem, Peg Dunstan; The least and the mostor sincerity comes through; Waggoner goes West; tell all who are comfortable to stay home; Wings like waving water; Man alone – Arawata Bill; The first Dominion Day; Transport deluxe by Cecilia Adams, Rakaia. Also correspondence regarding swaggers, Anawata Bill and Dan Geavy, etc.

6.4 Coaster Country – sundry papers Part 4 [B12.F176b] Sundry papers and research note pad 6.5 Coaster Country – sundry papers Part 5 [B12.F177] Correspondence 1977-1978 6.6 Coaster Country – sundry papers Part 6 [B12.F178]

Includes The roadman and Reminiscences from Nance and Herb Smith on Inangahua and Buller from J McGrath, Nelson; letter and reminiscences Come wash with me from Jean Reid ; Away with the WDFF; The four pit ponies; etc.

Series 7: Down from Marble Mountain

Consists of research papers and draft manuscripts for Jim Henderson’s autobiography Down from Marble Mountain published In Auckland, NZ. by Hodder and Stoughton, 1983.

7.1 In the beginning [B6.F71]

Bound volume. Genealogical scrapbook containing birth certificate, family photographs, notes, letters, letter of receipt for items gifted to the Alexander Turnbull Library, copies of obituaries, photographs and genealogical information relating to Aberdeen, family trees, reminiscences etc.

7.2 Loose papers extracted from scrapbook ‘In the beginning ‘ Part 1 [B6.F73a]

Includes testimonial for JH from Nelson College3 14 Oct 1943; Dis-abled Ex-serviceman’s Railways pass 1970-1973; 2 telegrams – Jim missing and Jim POW – 1942; letters from Jim Gasson to JH sent C/- Freelance; Letters from Robyn; sundry correspondence.

7.3 Loose papers extracted from scrapbook ‘In the beginning’ Part 2 [B6.F73b]

Genealogical notes and tables 7.4 Jim Henderson, biographical drafts and notes [B9.F121] Sundry papers

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7.5 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 1 [B9.F122] Sundry papers arranged as they were received 7.6 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 2 [B9.F123] Sundry papers arranged as they were received. 7.7 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 3 [B9.F124] Sundry papers 7.8 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 4 [B9.F125] Sundry papers. Includes genealogical information from Winnipeg 7.9 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 5 [B9.F126] Sundry papers. Predominantly notes and drafts 7.10 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 6 [B9.F127]

Includes correspondence, genealogical information sent from Canada. 7.11 Autobiography ‘Down from table mountain’ scripts, note, letters File 67 [B9.F128]

Receipt for burial plot in Nelson Cemetery, dated 6 Dec 1879; License for permanent enclosure of Sarah Trove of Stake, Nelson 28 Jun 1887; Last will and testament of Edwin Trove of Woodbank, Marlborough (holograph)

7.12 Reminiscences and other stories [B9.F129] Includes Jim Henderson’s reminiscences regarding the loss of his leg during WWII 7.13 Draft notes and letter regarding Nelson College [B9.F130] Sundry papers

Series 8: Home Country

Papers relating to Jim Henderson’s regular feature in the magazine - New Zealand Farmer.

8.1 Home Country correspondence 1973-1975 [B9.F140]

Sundry correspondence, many submitting articles/anecdotes etc. Includes information on bird hazards at Auckland Airport; information - the formation of the Turangi Arts and crafts Society; etc.

8.2 Home Country correspondence 1973-1977 [B9.F141] Sundry correspondence, many submitting articles/anecdotes etc.

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8.3 Home Country correspondence 1976 [B9.F142]

Sundry correspondence, many submitting articles/anecdotes etc. Includes letter from Nigel Fitzgerald, Post Office historian explaining the development of synchronizing clocks in NZ; Letter providing further information on ATL photo showing Tom Newman and George Wilson (Nelson) seated in car with others; etc

8.4 Home Country correspondence 1977 [B9.F143] Sundry correspondence, many submitting articles/anecdotes etc. 8.5 Home Country correspondence 1984-1985 [B9.F144] Sundry correspondence, many submitting articles/anecdotes etc. 8.6 Home Country Book One [out sized] [B6.66]

Scrapbook with clippings and correspondence. Jim Henderson, Home Country published in the New Zealand Farmer 1971- 1972.

8.7 Home Country Book Two [out sized] [B6.67]

Scrapbook. Clippings of articles published in the New Zealand Farmer,. 1973 8.8 Home Country Book 3 [out sized] [B6.68]

Scrapbooks. Clippings of articles published in the New Zealand Farmer,. 1974 – Dec 27 1976

8.9 The New Zealand Farmer [out sized] [B6.69]

Home Country scrapbook, clippings of articles published in the New Zealand Farmer, April 28 1977 – Feb 9 1978

Series 9: No honour, no glory Correspondence and research papers associated with the publication No honour, no glory: the tragic deaths of 162 Kiwi prisoners-of-war, revealed for the first time by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson. Published Auckland, N.Z. : Collins, 1983. Summary: The Jason left Benghazi with 2000 British and Commonwealth POWs on the 8th December 1941. It was torpedoed by the British submarine Porpoise with the loss of 500 men, including 45 New Zealanders. The Italian crew abandoned the ship, taking all the lifeboats. A German crewman remained on board, managed to get the engines going again, and beached the Jason at Methoni in Greece. Most of the prisoners managed to make it to shore. Those that were injured were taken by the Italian Hospital Ship, Arno, to an Italian hospital, the rest were rounded up and confined in a make-shift POW camp with no shelter and little food.

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9.1 No honour, no glory by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson 1983 File 1 [B15.F230]

Correspondence 1978-1983 between Jim Henderson and Spence Edge regarding the POW (prisoner of war) transport ships Janson (Jantzen) also known as Sebastiano Venier and the ship Nino Bixio. Includes firsthand accounts.

9.2 No honour, no glory by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson 1983 File 2 [B15.F231]

Correspondence 1978-1983 relating to research conducted in New Zealand and overseas predominantly relating to the POW (prisoner of war) transport ships – Nino Bixio and Janson (Jantzen) also known as Sebastiano Venier. Includes firsthand accounts and some letters written in regarding research into JH’s publication Soldier Country.

9.3 No honour, no glory by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson 1983 File 3 [B15.F232]

Further correspondence 1978-1983 relating to research conducted in New Zealand and overseas predominantly relating to the POW (prisoner of war) transport ships – Nino Bixio and Janson (Jantzen) also known as Sebastiano Venier. Includes firsthand accounts.

9.4 No honour, no glory by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson 1983 File 4 [B15.F233]

Further correspondence 1978-1983 relating to research conducted in New Zealand and overseas, predominantly relating to the POW (prisoner of war) transport ships – Nino Bixio and Janson (Jantzen) also known as Sebastiano Venier. Includes firsthand accounts.

9.5 No honour, no glory by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson 1983 File 5 [B15.F234] Notes, clippings, etc. 1978-1983. 9.6 No honour, no glory by Spence Edge, Jim Henderson 1983 File 6 [B15.F235] Draft manuscript 9.7 Read, Laurence John – 26532. My interesting four years 1940-1944 [B15.F236]

An account of his war service written for his family. Describes service in Fiji 1940-1941. North Africa 194i. Captured at Sidi Rezegh. Sailed on The Jansen (Jantzen) as an POW bound for Italy, ship torpedoed and beached at Greece. To hospital at Caserta for 7 weeks before being transported to Campo Servigiano No. 59. Describes days after being released , travels in Europe and return to New Zealand Dec 1944. Carbon copy, typescript. 35pp. [see MS 1093 copy of same with monochrome photographs]

9.8 No honour, no glory. Letter 1984 Letter dated 17 Oct 1984, from Collins Publishers regarding a price reduction

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Series 10: Open Country

Files relating to Jim Henderson’s radio programmes and publications Open country was first broadcast by New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation in 1961-1975. During this time five books were published. Jim Henderson later joined the Radio Pacific and created a new version of Open Country that ran ca. 1983 to 1985 This series of Open Country files reflect the original programme with its strong listener support

10.1 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp – Open Country scripts 1970 [B13.F206] Let’s put on a concert by Jane Wordsworth, Hillsborough, Auck. Mss submitted to Open Country.

10.2 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country sundry papers 1972 [B14.F220]

Includes script A penny to spend by Percy Hancock; sundry correspondence and an ‘Open Country’ schedule folder.

10.3 Letters from Open Country listeners 1970-1972 [B9.F134]

Include information on swaggers; Halley’s comet (Carter Observatory); heaphy track and the Karamea-Collingwood road – with plan (Ministry of Works); AH & AW reed (royalties)

10.4 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country sundry papers 1972-1973

[B14.F225] Correspondence notes and scripts. 10.5 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country sundry papers 1973 File 1

[B14.F217] Includes correspondence, notes and scripts The water-wheel by Jean Ronchi; The old fencer by Ranji Ford; A handful of biscuits, a Maori youth and a peace song by Bob Lawry; times and tides by Dinana Greensill; The dawn chorus by Dan Greany; Dunrobin Station Amusements by Bernard Pinney; Drought by Heather Shaw.

10.6 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country sundry papers 1973 File 2

[B14.F218] Correspondence notes and scripts. Includes The old Irishman by Allister Evans; Cape Reinga by Olive Jean Mason; Swaggers in Canterbury by MD Oakley; Rambling Jack by George P Davies; Gentlemen of the Road by BK Adams; All swaggers who passed by our home in post war years… by Philippa Durrant; Search for them by sea – church caravan and launch probe Marlborough Sounds by Diana Greensill; Last of the kauri gum dealers by Dick Jurlina; The return by Diana Greensill; looking back by WF Heinz; that Irish gentleman by Violet Kerr; Waikato’s child by Kathleen Yule; etc.

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10.7 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country sundry papers 1973 [B14.F221]

Includes scripts Our daily bread by Don McLennan; Twenty years later by Kathleen Yule; Swaggers of Canterbury by Ray Kirk; New pioneers by Jack Butler; Uncles Pack train by Norman Leary; I don’t like eels anymore by Atholia Ramsey; etc.

10.8 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country sundry papers 1973 [B14.F222]

Sundry papers relating to programmes 535-355. Includes the following transcriptions Where unshod feet have trod (Anawata Bill and the Goldmine) [gold mining at Karagangahape] by SH Knowles; Nature’s Free Fare, by Christine Evans; Starling at the back door by Ivy Crozier (nee Chinn); Grandfather’s chooks by Jennie Roddick; The fastest milk float in the west by Owen Gibbens; Old silver tail of the pig root by con. Leary; There was always singing in the valley by Alice Crosbie.

10.9 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp – Open Country Programming 1973 [B13.F207]

List of readings with programme number, title of reading, author and the date of the reading 1972-1973

Predominantly programme planning, scripts and transcripts 10.10 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp – Open Country scripts 241-242, 1973 [B13.F208]

Includes When Christmas was crook by Kim Wilkingson; Reflections of a pig hunter by VRL Scott; etc.

10.11 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp – Open Country scripts 509-538, 1973 [B13.F209]

Includes our bush camp (May 1914) by Alex Cassie; ASC and the salt of the earth by Brian Mills; District Nurse, Stewart Island by Dora Sinclair; The railways ran our lives by Grace Richard; The wild ones by Roey Winn; The swamp by Grammatious; Chinese goldminers by Allister Evans; Uncle Dan - cave man by Gladys Comber; Road to Whatipu by Prof EM Blaiklock; The whiskey still by Allister Evans; etc.

10.12 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp – Open Country scripts 559-587, 1973 [B13.F210]

Includes Myself when mustering and young by Denis Glover; first footing by Robert Andrews (RRA Ramage); When the world turned upside down by Father AD Maher; That sticky heaven of childhood sweets by Mary Hole; Spring by Prof. EM Blaiklock; Contrast by Kathleen Holden; Bosses good and bad I’ve worked for by Robert Andrews (RRA Ramage); Matagouri Smoke by Roey Winn; The hut in the clearing by Don Harvey. Also letters and notes.

10.13 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country scripts 1973 [B14.F216]

Originally in envelope with the following label [‘ Old Open Country remains, around 369-380-429 etc. (sent from WGNT for book, & included – these are duplicates and shreds) JH Aug 1973]. Includes the following scripts – There’s no mud in that country – Milford Track by Dan Greany; Polluted estuary by Prof GA Knox; goodbye endeavor by R Shepherd; Forest lookout by Nellie Young; Horses by R A Winn; A fine and private place by Diana Greensill; Anawata Bill by Murray Gunn; A fine place by

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Rubina Smith; Mac’s chimney sweep: no dirt, latest methods, work guaranteed by Dudley Crump; Tarawera eruption by Roger Dansey . Also notes and programme schedules.

10.14 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp – Open Country correspondence 1973-1974

[B13.F211] Two letters. 1973 regarding Jim Sutherland’s superannuation. 1974 regarding the pending termination of Open Country in Dec 1974.

10.15 New Zealand Broadcasting Corp - Open Country scripts 1973-1975 [B14.F219]

Includes Sheep country by Grammatics; Meet the Shiner: an immortal swagger by Mrs V Kerr; One darned shift after another by Alec Reid; Bring back the bush by Mary Gillies; the misery of gold by Stan Murray; A narrow escape by Stan Murray; A garden full of wings by Jean Lawrence; You can always tell him by his boots by Jack Butler; Weka, keas, kiwi and bantie rooster by Gilbert Van Reenen; The Nelson Rauilway by Helen Wright; Joe Gibbs old tin hut by Tony Nolan; Fryga, my pet hawk by Victoria Whittle; Boris and Billy by Eileen Merrylees; etc.

10.16 Radio New Zealand correspondence 1975-1976 Part 1 [B14.F223] Correspondence relating to the termination of Open Country. Includes letters of support from listeners and supporters, and responses. Also includes clippings; a black and white photographic portrait of JHH; Thursday issue Feb 27 1975 (Wilson and Horton) with article on end of Open Country; certificate of appreciation to Jim Henderson from Te Puke Lions Club 1975.

10.17 Radio New Zealand correspondence 1975-1976 Part 2 [B14.F224]

Correspondence relating to the termination of Open Country cont. Includes letters of support from listeners and supporters, and responses. Includes a letter (8 May 1975) from A G Aish, Sales manager for W.T. Rawleigh Co Ltd, regarding Toss Woolleston working as a Rawleigh’s dealer and commenting on his writing and painting.

10.18 Radio Pacific Open Country programming 1982-1983 [B13.F204] Predominantly programme planning, scripts and transcripts 10.19 Radio Pacific: Open Country – ‘The rose my mother planted’ Poetry Competition

[B7.F79] Poems by Olwen W Yates (Whangarei), Evelyn Bateman (Huntly), Muriel Anderson, (Mairangi Bay), Meyea Mac (Thames), Jean Muir (Wellsford), Dorothy Morris (Weymouth), Eleanot (Pakuranga), Josefine Howard (Mt Roskill), Patricia Mendelssohn (Orewa), I M Gardiner (Mt Albert), Betty Currie (Mt Roskill), Betty Fraser (Levin), Joyce Jasey (Otahuhu), Zeta Keen (Pt Chevalier), Elizabeth Morris (Blockhouse Bay), Lim Birnie (Glendowie)E D McCarthy (Glen Innes), J Martin (Maraetai), Marshall Loveday (New lynn), M Stockwell (Whakatane), Rosemary Read

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(Titirangi) June Atkinson (Otara), Sydney Green (Papatoetoe), I M Gardiner (Mt Albert), Noreen Frost (Northcote), 1983

10.20 Radio Pacific Diary 1983 [B13.F187] Programming diary for 1983 10.21 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 1 [B13.F188]

Letters from listeners. Includes poetry (The rose my mother planted etc.) and scripts submitted for broadcast; broadcast notes. Includes correspondence from Radio Pacific listeners 1986.

10.22 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 2 [B13.F189]

Letters from listeners cont. Includes recipes, poetry (The Royal Baptism by Joy Martin), scripts submitted by listeners. Also illustrated letters from George McMahon; programme scripts; transcripts of interviews etc.

10.23 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 3 [B13.F190] Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry and scripts submitted by listeners. 10.24 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 4 [B13.F191] Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry submitted by listeners. 10.25 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 5 [B13.F192]

Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry submitted by listeners and letters from George McMahon.

10.26 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 6 [B13.F193]

Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry and stories submitted by listeners and letters from George McMahon.

10.27 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 7 [B13.F194]

Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry and stories submitted by listeners. 10.28 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 8 [B13.F196]

Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry submitted by listeners and letters from George McMahon.

10.29 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 9 [B13.F197]

Letters from listeners cont. Also programming notes 10.30 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1983 Part 10 [B13.F198] Letters from listeners cont. Includes poetry and programming notes. 10.31 Radio Pacific Open Country programming 1984 [B13.F205] Predominantly programme planning, scripts and transcripts

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10.32 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, A [B7.F80]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences

10.33 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, B [B7.F81]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences

10.34 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, C – D [B7.F82]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme and reminiscences. Includes letter from Bob Davidson and photographs of the building of the Kaniere gold dredge 1937-38.

10.35 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, E – G [B7.F83]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences. Includes a flyer regarding home care services available from Extramural Hospital (Auckland Hospital Board).

10.36 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, H – L [B7.F84]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences.

10.37 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, M [B7.F85]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences. Includes George McMahon’s reminiscences of the rag and bone man in Ellerslie and other stories. Also a ‘vestry verse’ (prayer in poem form) (WWI?) given to JH by G Meurant (Forresthill) – his mother was given it while his father served overseas (original mss). Also Eunice Milbank (formerly of Dennison) – memories of Murchison earthquake 1929 and other stories.

10.38 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, N – Q [B7.F86]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences.

10.39 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, R – S [B7.F87]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences. Includes letters sent to listeners by Radio Pacific. Also letter from A Samuel regarding Dennison. Also letter and watercolour of Rotoroa Island jail (signed – n.d.) by R.J.Smythe (Glen Eden)

10.40 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, T – Z [B7.F88]

Letters from listeners arranged alphabetically – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences. Includes letter from Helen Waite (Otahuhu) regarding service cars (taxi/bus) with a photograph of a car (with driver) that was used at her

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sister’s wedding 23 June 1930 – it took the bride and groom from Cambridge to Napier.

10.41 Letters 1985 Part 1 [B7.F75]

Inward letters and sundry papers 1985. (removed from blue ring binder). Includes letters from Open Country listeners, artist Maurice Forester, Ruth Bailey’s Taranaki rural reminiscences, etc.

10.42 Letters 1985 Part 2 [B7.F76]

Sundry loose papers originally in the front of blue folder – contents described in F75. Inward letters from Open Country Listeners - includes Marjorie V Bowden’s memories of holidays with Grandma from Pukekohe to Ponsonby around 1927, Eric Hunt writing about his family (Albertlanders); C Turner (Ted) of Waiuku writing about the maritime signal station and ships coming over the Manukau bar. Also George McMahon, Takapuna, poems, and other information for use in broadcasts. Also recollections of a trip round Australia 8th March – 24th August 1977 (not attributed). Poems etc.

10.43 Letters 1985 Part 3 [B7.F76]

Includes letters from • Stella Duker regarding her brother Don Harland’s WWII service – includes

Photograph of troopship Aquitania, Don Hartland, Don and cobbers on the Mauritaniai, troops on leave at Jerusalem June 22 1942.

• F A Mutch, Otahuhu with enclosed 15 WWII photographs of her husband who was a POW. Includes images of guns left in the desert, 1st Christmas in the desert, German tank in the desert, POWs in hut, POW football team

• Rei Hamon, letter and reproductions 25 7 85 • Etc.

10.44 Open Country – letters, 1983-1985, Anonymous or signed with first name only

[B7.F89] Letters from listeners – responses to the programme, includes reminiscences. Includes newspaper clippings – Dennison centennial; Whitebait factory at Te Kohanga (Waikato River). Sundry letters and poems. Also mss titled Tuis on your sundeck 10p. Not attributed. Author and his wife Ailsa dairy farmed in Waikato before retired to Auckland. Also sundry photographs

10.45 Radio Pacific – Open Country 1983-1986 [B9.F139a] Sundry papers 10.46 Radio Pacific, Miscellaneous unsorted (Open Country) [B7.F77]

Sundry papers ca. 1984 including correspondence relating to broadcasting religious matters; notes; information sheets produced by the Vegan Welfare and Communications Centre NZ; Info sheet on the Christian newspaper Challenge Weekly; scripts for Open Country broadcasts; etc.

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10.47 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1984 Part 1 [B13.F200]

Letters from listeners. Includes illustrated letters from George McMahon, poetry and stories.

10.48 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1984 Part 2 [B13.F201] Letters from listeners 10.49 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1984 Part 3 [B13.F202] Letters from listeners 10.50 Radio Pacific – Open Country day books 1984-1986 [B9.F150] 2 volumes. No.1, Oct-Dec 1984 to Jan-Aug 1985; No. 2, Sep 1985-May 1986 10.51 Radio Pacific 1985 Part 1 [B9.F145] Sundry correspondence, many including articles/anecdotes etc. 10.52 Radio Pacific 1985 Part 2 [B9.F146] Sundry correspondence, many including articles/anecdotes etc. 10.53 Radio Pacific 1985 Part 3 [B9.F147] Sundry correspondence, many including articles/anecdotes etc. 10.54 Radio Pacific 1985 Part 4 [B9.F148]

Sundry correspondence, many including articles/anecdotes etc. Includes a autographed copy of Laughter and tears by Milford E Monk (privately published)

10.55 Radio Pacific 1986 [B9.F149] Sundry correspondence, many including articles/anecdotes etc 10.56 Radio Pacific Open Country correspondence 1986 [B13.F203] Two letters from listeners 10.57 Open Country Correspondence 1986 Part 1 [B12.F181]

Contributions Open Country radio programme. Includes undated letters from C.J. Culpin – childhood memories of living on farm, Kumeu ca. 1920; letter from Doug Cole Sep 1986 commenting on recent programme regarding the British in Vietnam and India and other topics; letter from David (?) of Wellington on faith issues – with enclosed copy of the truth Seeker Vol. 3, No. 3, New Plymouth, Sep-Oct 1980 published by Mr C.L.Saunders, New Plymouth. Also adverts read during the show. Etc.

10.58 Open Country Correspondence 1986 Part 2 [B12.F182]

Contributions Open Country radio programme. Includes letters to be read out, poems etc. Also letter from George McMahon – opens with a cartoon of a horse

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crying and the words ‘Mr James Henderson, Open Country, I am calling from Waikikamoukau – I have a grievance’. Also enclosed with McMahon letter is a hand made leaflet Harp in the Dawn by George McMahon, - sketches and information on Auckland trams. Etc.

10.59 Open Country Correspondence 1986 Part 3 [B12.F183]

Sundry correspondence and papers such as notes for the programme, poems, letters and poems from Syd Pracy and George McMahon. Also booklet The man and the donkey – John Simpson Kirkpatrick (Murphy) pub Auckland NZ 1948 (photocopy); The Kaimatura Camp-mate, poems and yarns of life out in the sticks by S Fletcher pub by S Fletcher 1985m Huia.

10.60 Open Country scripts [B9.F135] Anecdotes sent in by listeners. Includes stories by Toss Woolleston and Archdeacon James Young.

10.61 Radio Pacific writing competition [B9.F136] Winning entries into children’s writing competition – date unknown. 10.62 Open Country publication File 1 [B13.F212] Letters re publication of Open County 1965 10.63 Open Country publication File 2 [B13.F213] News clippings re publication of Open County 1965 10.64 Open Country publication File 3 [B13.F214]

Correspondence with AW AN AH Reed, publishers regarding the publication of Open Country book 5 1973. Also research papers.

10.65 Radio Pacific – Open Country – historic photographs [B9.F139]

Includes images of Tommy Solly, East Takaka ca 1932; Handcock’s old home ca.1930; Turangi tunnellers at Mowhanga hydro scheme portal 1974. Also swaggers – Jack May, Rangatikei (3); Russian Jack (5) ; Barney White Rats (1); Comrade Shellback (Canterbury) (1); Ned Slattery or ‘The shiner’ 1921 (2); ‘Scotty’ (Alex) Martin (Canterbury) (1); John the Baptist at woman’s picnic near Kaikoura (1); John the Baptist plays harmonica – standing between two unidentified trampers (1 (2 copies)); Shiny Shiney with his sister Edith Starkey (1); Goatie swagger (1); Swagger’s hut at Weedons near Christchurch (2). Some photographs credited to Alexander Turnbull Library

Series 11: Soldier Country

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Correspondence, notes and manuscript of Jim Henderson’s book titled Soldier country published Wellington, N.Z. by Millwood Press, 1978. A revised edition published by GP Books, 1990.

11.1 Soldier’s Country II Part 1 [B12.F179] Notes, letters etc. from Soldier’s Country II. Not sorted. Arranged as received 11.2 Soldier’s Country II Part 2 [B12.F180] Notes, letters etc. from Soldier’s Country II. Not sorted. Arranged as received 11.3 Soldier Country 1978 File 1 [B15.F227]

Research notes, drafts and correspondence (1977-1978) for Best of the bad times re named Soldier Country and published in 1978. Includes photocopied illustrations; letter from Guy Powlis with enclosed information of the War Horse Bess (World War 1914-1918) including an account of her death in Feilding; letter from Ron and Nacy Crow referring to a photograph of the Tunisian Cup (damaged); letters from Judy Siers, Millwood Press.

11.4 Soldier Country 1978 File 2 [B15.F228]

Jim Henderson’s manuscript of Soldier Country with covering letter from Judy Sier, Millwood Press Sept 1977.

11.5 Soldier Country 1978 File 3 [B15.F229] Book reviews; correspondence 1977-1978

Series 12: Swagger Country

Correspondence with listeners and readers regarding New Zealand swaggers that culminated in the publication of Henderson’s book Swagger country with line drawings by Mark Dunstan. Publish in Auckland by Hodder and Stoughton, 1976.

12.1 Swagger letters and stories File 1 [B11.F153] Includes letters 1973-1978 and draft text 12.2 Swagger letters and stories File 2 [B11.F154] Includes letters 1974-1975 and draft text 12.3 Swagger letters and stories File 3 [B11.F155]

Includes letter 1975-1977 and draft text 12.4 Memorandum of agreement [B11.F152]

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Agreement between J H Henderson and Hodder & Stoughton for publication titled ‘Swagger Country’. Sep 4 1975

12.5 Swaggers – named individuals File 1 [B11.F156] Letters 1975-1977 and stories 12.6 Swaggers – named individuals File 2 [B11.F157] Letters 1975-1977 and stories 12.7 Swaggers - resource centres [B11.F158] Letters from archival/research institutions and Jim Henderson 1975-1980 12.8 Swagger stories from Lloyd Shepard ca.1976 [B11.F159] A series of stories gathered by Shep and passed on to JH. Also see F33a–F35b, F120 12.9 ‘Swagger’ post publication [B11.F163]

Correspondence 1976. Predominantly from people who had just finished reading ‘Swaggers Country’. Also includes additional information not in the book.

12.10 Swagger stories from Lloyd Shepard ca.1978 [B11.F160] A series of stories gathered by Shep and passed on to JH. Also see F33a–F35b; F119 12.11 ‘Swaggers’ – draft stories [B11.F161]

Swagger stories copied from publications or sent to JH byother researchers including Mrs V Bush, East Taieri; Basil Borthwick, Christchurch; Ray Kirk, Christchurch; Marion Trotter; etc.

12.12 ‘Swaggers’ manuscript [B11.F162] Draft, typescript, with amendments. 12.13 Swagger Country – newspaper clippings [B11.F164] Sundry clippings – many undated. 12.14 Swagger Country publication [B13.F215] Correspondence with television One regarding Swagger Country,1976; 1977 12.15 Swaggers research [outsized] [B15.F226]

Scrapbook containing letters from Alexander Turnbull Library and New Zealand Heritage 1972; Notes and references listed in the back of the book.

12.16 Swags [outsized] [B6] Scrapbook (School Activities Scrap Book) containing clippings, letters etc.

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Series 13: Switchback Country papers

A collection of research papers originally boxes as ‘Switchback’. No publication or radio broadcast has yet been identified. The papers may relate to a publication or radio programme under a different title. A note in 13.3 is headed ‘Foreword: Switchback Country’. …Switched back to yesterday…

13.1 ‘Switchback’ [B11.F165] Letters and anecdotes 1972-1978 13.2 Letters and stories ca. 1978 [B12.F170]

Sundry papers including

13.3 Draft scripts and notes File 1 [B11.F166] Sundry papers relating Nelson College. Copy for ‘Bride to the quarry’; ‘Our Parliamentary Hide’; ‘The blazing corner’; ‘The birds, beasts and fishes corner’; ‘The Great Ted Reed, Riwaka’; ‘Remember Babette’;’ Hillwomen’; ‘Launching pad’; etc.

13.4 Draft scripts and notes File 2 [B11.F167]

Sundry papers including research notebook. Also includes scripts as follows: ‘Dishman’; ‘6 acres of females’; ‘Caveman’; etc.

13.5 Draft scripts and notes File 3 [B11.F168]

Sundry papers including letters, A Maori funeral, Aunty Bertha’s departure(1964, Bertha Frances Watt of Kaitaia aged 100 years); etc.

13.6 Draft scripts and notes File 4 [B11.F169]

Includes scripts for radio programmes People and places with Jim Henderson. [Original file labeled ‘Home Journal’]

13.7 Switchback Country roughs Part 1 [B12.F171]

Letters and draft stories ca. 1979 – retained in original order. Includes stories about Newman’s bus service over the Takaka Hill; Dan Greaney – roadman of Jackson’s Bay; The quality of mercy (Nurse W G Read); An occasional cup of tea (roadside tearoom); Chauffeur (Bill Brown – driver Clydesdale); Women; Best dog I ever had (dog trials);

13.8 Switchback Country roughs Part 2 [B12.F172]

Cont. Includes Our Capt. Cook of the Atomic world (Ernst Rutherford); Wings like waving water; Attention 2000 AD .3+* ; Horsepower by John Patterson; Bulldozer; Thanks Hector and Topsy (travelling by horse ca. 1923); I take to the road.

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13.9 Switchback Country roughs Part 3 [B12.F173] Cont. Sundry papers including holograph copy of Thomas Hewetson’s letters from Collingwood Goldfields [also see Nelson Historical Society Journal, Volume 3, Issue 5, October 1979. From the Slate River September 1857 ALSO http://nzetc.victoria.ac.nz/tm/scholarly/tei-NHSJ03_05-t1-body1-d11.html]. Also recollections of seeing first traction engine and other memories (not attributed); Gold and gold diggers by Don Harvey regarding the Collingwood gold fields (2 items Dec 1973 and Jan 1974); etc.

Series 14: Unofficial History After WWII, Jim Henderson was commissioned by the War History Branch to prepare two official histories: RMT: Official History of the 4th and 6th Reserve Mechanical Transport Companies (1954) and 22 Battalion (1958). The official historian simultaneously embarked on collecting the unofficial, but nonetheless valuable, wartime anecdotes for what would become possibly the longest-running regular column in New Zealand newspaper publishing history. In January 1953, "Unofficial History" featured in the NZRSA Review for the first time. In 1978 Henderson published the best stories from "Unofficial History" as Soldier Country. After 43 years and "never an issue missed", Henderson signed-off in December 1995. Adapted from http://www.rsa.org.nz/news/gunner-inglorious-goes-west

14.1 Unofficial History, RSA Review, Mss [B4.F41]

Unofficial History articles published in NZRSA Review that covered a wide and varied selection of tales, telling the 'war as we Rankers saw it'. Written between 1953-1955, JH never missing an issue. Typescript in original manila folder 123p

14.2 Unofficial History, RSA Review, draft articles and copy received Part 1 [B4.F41a]

Sundry papers including letters, anecdotes and notes relating to Jim Henderson’s Unofficial History published in the RSA Review. Includes:

• Original postcard from Egypt, addressed to ‘Dad’ from ‘your affection son David’, Jan 10 1916. Mentions parcels from home and a reunion of ‘ex-Lawrence boys’ and a report of same being sent to the Tuapeka Times.

• JH copy for the ‘Review’ focusing on Crete [World War 1914-1918]. Includes copy of letters (1980) from Major H.H. Thomason; Tony Simpson; J.R. Upton (Nelson) regarding an error in article.

• Copy for article ‘Ghost car’ – account of ‘Mussel’ getting home after a reunion near Waverley. J H_ctwell (sp?), Wanganui. Signed and dated 3 Jan 1974

• Proclamation to the Anglo-French Expeditionary Forces with not from AAP. Also 6 pages of (World War 1939-1945) notes and anecdotes regarding by Gerry Evatt, Unlisted Services Officers Club, 164 Featherstone Street, Wellington.

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• JH anecdotes including stories about afternoon tea for trespassing airman in Canterbury; USA servicemen drinking milk in Bulls; a tale of colonial soldier meets English gentry by Ralph Smith (Wanganui); story of Vicar’s Nickers by Ralph Smith (Wanganui); ‘Nasty minefield; by J.R. Lancaster (Pakarae Station, Wairoa); ‘Sly Salvation sanitation’ Zeitoun, prior to Gallipoli by J Palmer, Mt Albert, Auckland.

• ‘Letter from R.E.B. Watts, West Port, March 26 1974 with a story about Don R. Flash Gordon who gathered radio parts while in Egypt expecting to be repatriated. Annotated by JH.

• ‘Tobermory’ and other Navy stories written by W.B. Dick with covering letter. 10p.

14.3 Unofficial History, RSA Review, draft articles and copy received Part 2 [B4.F41b]

A continuation of sundry papers including letters, anecdotes and notes relating to Jim Henderson’s Unofficial History published in the RSA Review. Includes:

• ‘Fun and Games at Hornchurch’ stories of the convalescent depot/hospital not attributed, 3 foolscap pages.

• ‘Warming tale’ – story of a prank on SS Mokoia (22nd Reinforcements Feb 1917) fire in latrines. J.W.R Stewart, Feilding

• Artillery stories by Hartley Jenkins, (Gisborne) ‘The day the plane took over’; ‘Mad about guns’; ’The premature’; ‘Playing the fool’; Big, Beautiful, beware’; (World War 1914-1918)

• Further stories by Gerry Evatt, Unlisted Services Officers Club, 164 Featherstone Street, Wellington

• Information on war casualties • ‘Odd Lot, the Anguish’ JH looks at English language and pronunciation • Etc.

14.4 Unofficial History, RSA Review, draft articles and copy received Part 3 [B4.F41c]

A continuation of sundry papers including letters, anecdotes and notes relating to Jim Henderson’s Unofficial History published in the RSA Review. Includes:

• Reminiscences of A.M. (Scottie) Sime on furlough in 1944 when he choose to join the staff of the Fernleaf Club in London. Recalls driving General Freyberg and Lady Freyberg to Claridges for a function in a Bedford 15cwt army truck; picking up champagne; the closing of the Fernleaf and Milestone Clubs. 3p.

• ‘Impasse on the Sangro’ by D.J. Rowland, (Masterton). • ‘Water v B____’ with no apologies to Jimmy Simpson’. Poem by H.C.H.

transcribed from NZEF Chronicles with covering notes about Alex De Pina 1st NZEF and served on Gallipoli (written by his son R H De Pina, Hamilton.

• ‘The Jeep’. Roy Holland’s story of ‘borrowing’ a Canadian jeep • W.P. Carroll (Auckland) anecdotes (World War 1939-1945). Mentions mess

duties on Egypt; a Chinese cook on board the Empress of Japan Sep 1940; etc.

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• R.L. Brown (Oamaru) opens by providing Jim with news of his improving health before starting anecdotes - mentions meeting Rommel after Sidi Rezegh; being in hospital; comments on the state of New Zealand ca.1970; etc.

• D.F. Ackerley - a story about when he was 21 years old and a stoker on the HMS Revenge - about detecting a broken split pin and averting serious damage to an engine

• ‘Beaut bathing’ H.L. Smith (Rotorua) recalls Pont de Nieppe jute vats used by troops as baths during World War 1914-1918

• ‘Open Country: The swimmers hole’ by Gerry Evatt, Unlisted Services Officers Club, 164 Featherstone Street, Wellington. Story of creating the swimming hole near Ashburton Air force Base (World War 1939-1945)

• ‘In the drink’ A Findlay (Invercargill) recalls staying in a small village near Armentieres and ‘joyful Jack landing in pig manure

• ‘Astounding Pals’ by D.F. Ackerly recalls HMS Submarine ‘Talleyrand’ (World War 1939-1945)

• On active service Christmas greetings from the 2NZEF, Aerogram from 81964 D Leonard C.P (?) to G.S. Evatt, New Zealand

• ‘Fritz’s blitz on hospitals 1918’ by Digger Ralph (Ralph Smith, Wanganui). Recalls being appointed a member of a firing squad.

14.5 Unofficial History, RSA Review, draft articles and copy received Part 4 [B4.F41d]

A continuation of sundry papers including letters, anecdotes and notes relating to Jim Henderson’s Unofficial History published in the RSA Review. Includes:

• C.W. Brian, ex Corporal, R.A.F., (Outram, Otago) recalls daily rations in the Western Desert

• Anon. (822137, NZMC) – food while on maneuvers in Italy. • C.W. Brian, Outram, Otago – story of No 6 Supply and Transport Column

Royal Air Force – meeting a NZ truck carrying frozen NZ lamb – described cooking it in the desert

• C.M.J. (Reg) Watson (Blenheim) ‘Miracles do happen’. Story of unknowingly running a telephone line through a minefield one night near Cassino. AND ‘My encounter with a mule’. Anther Cassino story of repairing a damaged telephone line and stepping on the rotting carcass of a mule.

• The dirge of the dole (signing-on song of the unemployable, retrospective to 1930). Lyrics.

• Copy for ‘Hooray for “Cross Fire”’. • Reg Watson (Blenheim) ‘O.R.’s Luxury houseboat’. Recalls a trip on the

luxury vessel SS Puritane at Gezira on the Nile • D.G. Barton, (Tauranga) ‘Sam’s slittie’. Recalls (after Minqar Qaim) being

under fire and everyone trying to get into Sam’ s slit trench • I. Vautier (Palmerston North), ‘When the troops were called out to stop a

riot at Huntley’. Recalls a fight at a local dance (near Hopuhopu)

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• A. Melville, (Napier), Anecdotes regarding sappers, Maleme Airfield, Crete, General Freyberg, etc.

• D.G. Barton (Tauranga) ‘Starkie with the 2NZEF. Story of Pte J.D. Stark, Otago Regiment and his exploits

• Ton Castles (Upper Takaka) strike men! Tom’s real POW heroes showed ‘em!’ A prisoner of war story. Mentions Stalag VIIIB; Danny Peterson; Stewie Stewart; working at E 96 Krappitz (cardboard factory); prisoners going on strike

14.6 Unofficial History, RSA Review, draft articles and copy received Part 5 [B4.F41e]

Originally filed with ‘Unofficial History papers: • Nomination for 1984 Mobile Radio Awards – Category 15. Special category

for outstanding contribution to Radio – Nominee: Jim Henderson, Radio Pacific. (photocopy)

14.7 Unofficial History: letters Undated and incomplete [B4.F42a] Letters from listeners including”

• Ken Packer (Kerepehi) in merchant navy (World War 1939-1945) and the ships ‘Rotorua’, ‘City of Perth’, both of which were sunk by submarines. The ‘City of Delhi’ which shipped NZ troops to Italy. Was in Malta when the Italian Navy surrendered.

• A. J. Hollard (Opotiki) recalls the final 8th Army assault on Northern Italy. Mentions installing kapok floats foot bridges over canals and rivers, use of canvas boats etc. Mentions ‘Boundary Bill’ (C.O.Davis) at the Po River.

• Ken Yealands (Reg. No. 1343) (Blenheim), active service in the Western Desert with ‘B’ Divisional Cavalry.

• W.A. Von Veen (Pukekohe). Recalls destroyer action at Sumatra. Mentions the ships ‘Queensborgh’, ‘Quality’, ‘Queboron’, and the Dutch ship ‘Von Tromp’ – an attack on a Japanese camp etc.

• A.G. Armitage (Manurewa), recalls joining up when he had passed his finals at Medical School in Dunedin. (incomplete letter)

• #67937, (Ngaruawahia). Joined up because he was the son of an ANZAC. • J. R. Farthing (Christchurch), attached poem written prior to the 2nd

Sicilian(?) campaign by a Gunner named ‘Milihell’(?) of the 2nd Field Regiment. Poem titled ‘Home Sweet Home’ was copied by Farthing and is written on National Patriotic Fund Board ‘On active Service’ paper (poem – 3 leaves plus cover letter)

• Cyril N. Bathon (sp?), brief recollections associated with being on a ship such as ‘’ I will remember swimming through the mixture of Phosphate and oil to the life raft…

• Jim Forsyth (Christchurch), The Singer – and the song, recalls a young soldier breaking the silence on a moon lite night - singing ‘Rose of Picardy’

14.8 Unofficial History: 1955-1975 [B4.F42b]

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Includes: • N.L. Elder, (Havelock North), 21 Sep 1955. Private in the 5th (Divisional

Company NZMGC latter incorporated into the MG Battalion as the Wellington Company. Cover letter with collection of poems – Hornchurch, September 1917; Wulverghem; Messines; La Signy 5th April 1918; He ‘buterne June 1918; Soul and body.

• Margaret McCallum, (Takaka), 6 Dec 1956, Aratoki gold • ‘Sapper’ (Christchurch) n.d. Written on verso of letter from A Wall, NZ

Broadcasting Service to JH, 18 Nov 1958. Book review ‘The Duchess’ • Bill Thornton, New Zealand Army (headquarters), Wellington, 4 Aug 1964

regarding radio programme • Angus Moorcroft Millar (Timaru), 24 Aug 1964. Mentions plastic surgery, the

Rev. B. O. Plumb of Christchurch etc. • L.C. Mackie, (Te Aroha), 31 Aug 1971, mentions enclosed photograph of

Ettie Rout • Pte R.L.J. Jane #27703 (Dunedin) recalls meeting Ettie Rout in Paris 1918 • Gerry Evatt, United Services Officers’ Club, Wellington, 13 Aug 1971, more

tales for the Unofficial History • L.E. Smith (New Plymouth), Sept 1974, regarding the origin of the term

‘Digger’ - was a child when contingents left New Zealand for South African War 1899-1902. He enlisted in the 1st Wellington Infantry Battalion 1st Expeditionary Force – comments on the terms ‘Chum, Pal, cobber, mate and other terms. Mentions George Bertrand, Spence Griffith, Arthur Carbine, Jeff Seed, Howard Sheldon, Roy Bell, Bugler Frank Shirley and Drummer L.E. Smith.

• A. Howarth, (Rotorua) 24 Sep 1974, comments on the term ‘Digger’ • G.D. Creeth, (Christchurch) #7183. 17 Sep 1974, Comments on the term

‘Digger’ • J. Calvert (Waihi) #9884, 21 Oct 1974, brief account of being at Katherene

Pass, (Greece?) and a bottle of gin marked ‘medical comforts’. World War 1939-1945

• J.G. Gasparich, (Napier), #12/553, 27 Oct 1974. World War 1914-1918, Description of Malta hospital and bed bugs. Also ‘Camouflage’ regarding ‘Colonel’ Frost (Private) and the demi-john of rum

• Gerry Evatt, United Services Officers’ Club. Wellington. 20 Aug 1975 – Japanese POWs at Featherstone; etc.

Also includes two letters regarding deaths and injuries statistics World War 1914-1918

14.9 Unofficial History: letters 1976 [14.B4.F43]

Includes: • J.M. White (Dunedin), 13 Aug 1976, recalls the final attack on the Turkish

Army Sep 18 1918; recalls animal feed during the campaign in Palestine

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• C.A. Perry #27955 (Wellington). 12 Sep 1976, World War 1914-1918 stories including a trip ashore while troopship SS Willochra was in Freetown harbor, Oct 1916; being chased by the Moewe (a German Raider); living in the Somme area 1918 – letting water out of their trenches and flooding the Germans; bathing in rain water while sailing through the Panama Canal, December 1918; being in the hospital train after the battle of Messines (June 1917).

• A. Richmond, (Nelson), 21 Nov 1976, a story about Tank Park Guard, North East England 1941 – guard duty

• Norman Tilley, (Napier), 21 Nov 1976, recalls Etaples Camp in January 1917. One blanket for 3 men, sleeping on floor, ice building up under dripping tap.

• I.C. MacGibbon, Ministry of Defence, Wellington. 16 Sep 1976, Flying Officer ‘Cobber’ Kain research.

• I.C. MacGibbon, Ministry of Defence, Wellington, 30 Aug 1976, research into HMS New Zealand

14.10 Unofficial History: letters 1977 [B4.F44a] Includes:

• B.B.W. Bert, (Dannevirke) recalls marriage (Catholic) • Gerry Evatt, (Paekakariki), 12 Nov 1977, several World War 1939-1945

anecdotes: Court Marshall Charge; An aerodrome construction works squadron… Rongotai…; Keen on the horses - Chinese market gardener in Dunedin supplying vegetables to the camp at low prices; Rambler issue – old cars left at Taieri Flying Training Station – petrol rationing story; Early warning system – farm dogs – Ohakea, and earthquakes; etc.

• Four (4) letters from Basil Borthwick (Christchurch). Sept 2nd, 5th, 25th (with two stories attached) and Nov. 4th.Basil mentions writing articles/book and JH’s encouragement. The two articles are The beach was cold and deserted -14/9/77, 2p.; Walter Angus (Pat) MacFarlane – 1893-1977, 13/1/1977, 4p.

• JH writes to Antiquities Dept., British Museum regarding Sidi Rezegh 28/9/77

• W. Drent, (New Plymouth), 22/11/77, story about his brother-in-law, Charlie M. and being on parade without a shave.

• Nev Pankhurst, (Nelson RSA), 4 Oct 1977, story of visiting the Cairo Zoo, peanuts laced with ‘Spanish fly’. Also a letter 19 Oct re enclosed photographs (no longer attached)

• JH to Principal, Otago Boys High School regarding violin that belonged to Prof A.C. Aitken and was taken to Gallipoli, Egypt and France.

• William J Kirkpatrick (Rotorua), Rec. 1 July 1977. Served as plumber of Orient liner Orcades 1940 – called into Dakar, West Africa and picked up a battalion of African troops

• Roger J. (Wellington), May 1 1977. World War 1939-1945 air force story of Jack Greenland landing at Hatfield airfield. Also Lawson Field, WWI pilot who formed Fieldair (top dressing company) – story of putting on a luncheon in

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Gisborne for the NZ Prime Minister. Also George Errington, test pilot and story of intermediate pupil in an Oxford trainer – plane in a spin.

• 2 letters from Arthur W. Todman (Wanganui) WWI memories • R.H. Harris (Kerikeri) Rec. 27 May 1977. Story of troop marching in the

direction of Bus Le Artois, May 1918 • Barney Lucas, (Pukekohe), 16 May 77. Outline of active service WWII • Arthur Bates (Wanganui) 9 Apr 1977. General news such as a vist to the

headwaters of the Anatoki River. Also a walk from Lewis Pass to Arthur’s Pass, etc.

• A. Melville, (Napier) rec. 5 Oct 1977. Two poems The Isle of Doom (a story of Crete. Also Memories of Crete

• Sgt R. Thomson #10198, (Christchurch), n.d. Maleme aerodrome, Crete. • A.F. Dyer, (Silverstream), Maleme aerodrome, Crete. • C. McQueen, (Panmure, Auckland), 23 Oct. Maleme aerodrome, Crete.

14.11 Unofficial History: letters 1977 cont. [B4.F44b] Includes:

• Vaugham Gill (Balcutha), 30 Oct 1977. Information on the Battle of Crete • Arthur Todman (Wanganui), 15/10/77. Enclosed a copy of World War 1914-

1918 recollections – ‘Herb’ – describes life at Flanders – the mud, exhaustion, shells, ‘human nature … strained to the uttermost limits of endurance’- meeting Herb. (photocopy of original)

• ? #7893, 27th Btn. (R.D. 3, Kaitaia), 26/10/77. Maleme airfield, Crete • Walter J Knox, (Dunedin), 25.9.77. ‘Starkie’s Return’ recalls March 1918,

German advance across France. Mentions shellfire, bringing down a German observation plane, meeting ‘Starkie’, Signy farm sector,

• Alf Hart (Havelock) Sep 25. Includes World War 1914-1918 war horses – a mare having a foal on board the transport ship; (Calvary) duties – cleaning up stables, horse feed, etc. 5p.

• Mrs. Olive Baker, (Morrinsville) 29.9.77. Recalls her brother’s (Len Cherrie) recollections of Starkie

• Alan Lukies, (Nelson), 11 Oct 1977. Nothing Ventured – recalls being in North Africa in 1943. Recalls daily trips into Cairo and Maadi, alcohol supplies.

• Arthur Kidman, (Eastbourne) 13/10/77. Two stories Smoke-Oh! And In the bag,

• R.L. Hunt, (Martinborough) Sep 4 1977. Information on Col Powld’s horse names Bess. World War 1914-1918.

• Ted ?, (Nelson) 6 Sep 1977. Information on Cavalry World War 1914-1918 • 4 letters from Don S Barton (Tauranga), North African desert (tank) stories.

Letter 13.9.77 mentions ‘Starkie’. Letter 15.9.77 ‘After breaking out from Minqar Qaim… Letter 23.9.77, mentions being wounded (Field Medical Card attached. More on ‘Starkie’. Also mentioned that he was worried about ‘Shep’ (see F33-F35). Letter 27.9.77 stories relating to Italy

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• Ted King(?) (Nelson), 27 Sep 1977. Anecdotes relating to World War, 1914-1918 war horses. Refers to photographs that were originally enclosed.

• Cicely Lupton, (Whangarei) 24.9.77. World War 1914-1918 war horses – Bess

• J.J. Stewart (Bulls), 28.4.77. World War 1914-1918 war horses – Bess. Mentions a photograph and encloses a negative. Attached is a 2 page letter from F.A. Deller, 8th Squadron NZMB – also about Bess

14.12 Unofficial History: Letters 1978 [B4.F45a] Includes:

• D. McLean, Ministry of Defence, 30.9.78. Refers to an enclosed photograph of Squadron leader Vanderpump

• Nelson Law (Bay of Islands),30.4.78. Mentions the effect of military training through school cadets and territorials on those who served in WWI and WWII. Mentions troops surrendering to his platoon – comments on the lack of personal hatred. Also mentions the death of R.H. Burnes – recalls he owned Moturoa Island (Bay of Islands) and owned a deep sea fishing base.

• Arthur Todman (Wanganui), 29.12.78. and 12.10.78 • Jack Gallichan (Palmerston North) 15.11.78. • Incomplete letter n.d. Recalls incident in France May 1918 – an altercation

between Chinese ‘coolies’ employed by the Royal Army Ordinance and Bermunda West Indians

• D.L. Hadfield, Rec. 14.11.78. Recalls 10th Nov 1918 being at Solre-le-Chateau (Northern France) ammunitions train left by retreating Germans.

• Wes Jack #17185 (Timaru), 11.11.78. Recalls rugby games in Poland, POW Camp (Prisoner of War).

• Eric Gibbs (Taihape) to Wes 3.11.78. • L.J. Poff(sp?) (Thames) 12.10.78. Recalls May 3rd 1915, Anzac Beach,

Gallipoli. Describes being a ‘runner’ (running messages). Mentions Monash Gully; ‘Friday’ with significant wound to his head; the casualty clearing station.

• S. McNeil #15493, (Stoke), 25.10.78. Describes café in Cairo and buying ‘grog’. Three Maori in battledress carrying Lugers took the money (shortly after Sidi Rezegh – lots of Lugers around)

• C.A. Welby (Levin), 7.11.78. Arriving in Zeitoun Camp, Egypt 3 Dec 1914 – digging for treasure in ancient burial ground ; found burial cave – sold items to Antique shop in Cairo

• Grace Welch #29941 (for Trevor A Welch)(Kaiwaka) n.d. Mentions photographs (no longer with letter)

• Harry Smith (Wellington) 22.9.78. writing POW book. Mentions Tiger Lil. • J.P. Hanifin (Timaru) 21.9.78. Story of ‘The Pie’ – set in Jan 1944 in Italy while

attempting to take the village of Orsogna – describes walking back to Castel Frentano to their billets, travelling the ‘Mad Mile’. Describes making a pie.

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• Major Errol Cliff Morton #5328 (Pahiatua), 15.9.78. Recalls ‘the Berka’, Sharia wagh el Birket – a street of brothels.

• R.G. Blakey (Mt Roskill, Auckland) 13.9.78. Recollections of release from Polish POW camp. Describes walk from Poland, meeting American troops, mentions the food, having a bath etc.

• N.M.C.R. (Paraparaumu) Rec, 2.8.78. Explicit recollection of visit to Tiger Lil • E.N. Gunner, (Dunedin), 29.6.78. Account of Armistice Day 1918 – was a 2nd

radio operator on cargo ship ‘Clan Macbride’ coming in to Gibraltar on a return voyage to India. Also mentions visiting Gallipoli early 1920s and finding skeletons with name tags.

• Howard Cook (Takapuna) 25.6.78. Recalls days before Armistice 1918 – Turkish and Australian troops in a train shooting at Bedouin. Mentions Lawrence of Arabia. Mentions the influenza epidemic and coming home for his 21st birthday. Also writes of Munga (food from army canteen) in Australian army

• Herbert Ford (Wellington), postcard giving identification of photo previously sent

• Basil, 23.5.78. Writes of a trip to Crete where he visited Suda Bay cemetery, visited the graves of friends and looked down on Maleme. Also the ANZAC Day service at Krangi (Singapore).

• H.M. Smaill #32232 (Karori) 23.5.78. writes about a photo of him recently published in ‘Unofficial History

• S.R. Douglas (Wanganui) 24.5.78. A cover letter for two photographs – describes images.

• J.C. Palmer (Mt Albert, Auckland), Padre William Grant and Father Dore, Sunday service in the Valley by ‘the Sphinx’, Gallipoli

14.13 Unofficial History: Letters 1979 [B4 .F45b] Includes:

• Francis George (Manaia) 23.11.79. Transcripts from various books that may be of use.

• Major H.H. Thomason (Motueka) 21.11.79 – brief resume of army life from enlistment aged 18 when war was declared 1914. Served in both WWI and WWII

• F.J. Reed (Tauranga) 5.11.79. Recalls first meeting the New Zealanders at Maadi early 1940. Disparaging remarks about NZ troops

• Judge Advocate General Office (London) 25.10.79. Information on charges laid against Major General Bellomo and Captain Sommavilla for the killing of Capt. G. Playne and the attempted killing of Lieut. R.R. Cooke at Torre Tresca 30.11.41.

• R.A. Sparkes (Sockburn) 15.1.71 regarding young German prisoner taken by Maori at Minguan Quaim.

• H.R. Hobies (sp?) ex 6th Field Ambulance (Hastings) 12.10.79. cover letter for photographs showing Sidi Rezegh

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• H.S. Baverstock (Christchurch) 30.7.79. Article on Thorney Hill Hospital during WWI

• K.J. Cleave #42261, (New Plymouth) 26.5.79. Story of guarding POW (prisoners of war) in the Western Desert – enroute to Egypt from Tobruk (Tobruck). Italian POW singing Ave Maria – voice filling the evening desert air.

• N.M. Cotching, Ngaruawahia, 25.5.79. Cover letter for photo. 25 Bn. Served in Pacific before going to Italy. Comments on servicemen being reluctant to wear medals. Tells story of MT drivers in ‘our Bn. – 34th. 2NZEFIP and truck driver evolving their own methods. Mentions his wife was a descendent of Henry Williams and daughter-in-law of Hone Heke.

• George V Baird #486389 (Point Chevalier), 16.5.79. Servied in the 8th reinforcement with div Sigs – going to Trieste. Explains that he contracted hepatitis and was sent to San Sprito – tells story (No. 1) of doctor’s referral to a skin specialist ‘Hasn’t this chap got a lovely arse’. Also story (No. 2) M.O. carrying out ‘short arms’ inspection – instead of using a gloved finger he lifted the penis with a 6 inch spanner.

• J.H. to Alister Taylor (Martinborough) 10.4.79. Release of book and mentions Gunner inglorious filming

• Alex Purdie, (Christchurch) 12.1.79. Recalls joining up WWI, World War 1914-1918, Canty Mounted Rifles, 30th reinforcement. Influenza on ship ‘Malta’ on way to Europe. Armistice signed by the time they got to Colombo. ‘Rainbows’. Describes role in Egypt, etc.

• David Boyne, (Levin), 23.2.79. Woman taxi driver at Rimataka was mother Miss R.M. Annesley (later Mrs Terrill). Genealogical information

• Todman, (Wanganui), 8.5.79. Mentions Woman taxi driver at Rimataka. • K.N. Struthers (Gisborne), 14.3.79. Air observer RNZAF and RAF (explains

position) in Bomber Command, WWII, World War 1939-1945. Mentions James Wellington Wimpey. Recommends books.

• H.F. Ansell, (Lower Hutt), 11.1.79. Menu and drinks list from ‘Pole Nord’ Bar and Restaurant, Cairo.

14.14 Unofficial History: Letters 1980 [B4.F46a] Includes:

• David Alderton (Cromwell), 9.7.80. Writes of his brother’s grave (Pt. P.J. Alderton) killed on the Belhamid plateau 24.11.1941. Explains re-interment at Tobruck (Tobruk) and how, with the help of Capt. Tustin and friends Gill Murphy and Fred Parson, they made the headstone. Photocopy of photograph (2)

• D.C. Low (Nelson) 11.2.80. Mentions ‘S.S. Tahiti’ etc. with article. WWI, World War 1939-1945

• Laurie E.B. Lathan #341837(Lower Hutt), 22.10.80. Story – Xmas dinner – Bari 1944

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• J. Thompson #366326 (Palmerston North) 15.8.80. Solomon Islands, impetigo and swimming.

• Gerry Evatt (Paekakariki) 31.7.80. Memories of Esperanto Santo etc. • Major Gen. B.M. Poananga (Wellington) 18.9.80. Further information on

‘recovering’ the ‘Rammer’ from Mrs. Polyblank. • High Beattie #48291 (Christchurch) 14.9.80. Cover letter form attached

photocopy of ‘rough diary’ written somewhere in the Faenza area. Diary opens 1 Feb and last entry is dated Mar 13

• Rose E.B. Coombs, Imperial War Museum (London) 1.9.80. Provides story behind Sherman tank destroyer and a visit to Hackenberg fort

• G. Baker (Pahiatua) 13.8.80. Memories of leaving Mingar Qaim, moving in convoy across the desert

• John Kennedy (Hamilton) 20.7.80. Cover letter to accompany photocopied of his recollection of Mingar Qaim. This consists of two typed letters covering the period 24.5.44 – 16.6.44 (5p) and 3.11.44 (5P.)

• Jim Bishop (Lower Hutt) 8.10.80. Recollections of Minqar Qaim. Typescript, 3p.

• Jack Calder (Hamilton) 18.7.80. One man’s memory of Mingua Quaim (sic). (Minqa Qaim). Typescript, 2p.

• D. McL. Thomson (Waiuku), 17.6.80. Recalls crewing on the minesweeper HMNZS Aroha – oyster gathering.

• L.J.H. Wackrow (Hamilton) 19.6.80. RNZ Navy. Recalls American hospitality at Fort Davis, Balboa

• Jess Johnson (Westport) 25.3.80. Refers to Unofficial History article regarding postcard sent to Bruce King in 1942. She is one of the ‘Four old maids’. Additional information.

• ? Dawber (Christchurch) 23.3.80. Regarding photographs • J.J. Currie (Christchurch) 4.3.80. Story – Coconut bombers. Explains how the

3rd NZ Div got their name • Bill Gillanders (Henderson) 26.2.80. Referring Jim to Tom McGee’s WWII

diaries. 14.15 Unofficial History: Letters 1981 [B4.F46b]

Includes: • Dr. C. Knoop (German Embassy, Wellington) 27.10.81. Casualties in the

North African desert campaign – Germans, Italian, British, American. • J.H. to Webber, NZRSA review, 24.9.81. – letter regarding conditions to

author of Unofficial History. • #3/1059 (Lower Hutt) 31.8.81. Recalls winter of 1917 while serving in France

(Steenwerck) and the Division had mumps. Mentions isolation marque hospital – snow outside. Describes food – horse meat.

• Don Barton (Tauranga) rec. 14.7.81. Memories of Italian campaign – food gathering

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• C. Herbert #8471 (Nelson) 26.6.81. Objecting to the ‘POM bashing’ letters in recent Unofficial History.

• Cyril Brian (Outram) n.d. Recalls transporting supplies, cooking meals for the men. Mentions camp ovens, Xmas rations including mince pies

• D. Miller #74337 (Auckland) 18.6.81. Recalls end of war in Italy WWII • C/J.Ellett #11071 (Stratford) 7.9.81. Story ‘No tea for Gran’, Greece April

1941. Cooking story. • C.M.H. Leslie (Christchurch) 5.9.81. Recalls the last ‘big push’ of WWI – of

going over the top (1918). Tom Smart being injured and the writer applying bandages.

• H.F. Robieson (Wanganui 22/7/81. Recalls being on the transporter MV Tarifa bound for Aden before heading for Australia. Describes being hit by a torpedo – mentions life raft

14.16 Unofficial History: Letters 1982 [B4.F47a] Includes:

• Rugby S Reed, # 452454 (Motueka) 26.7.82. Story My brothers from the Bay in Marahau. Gathering cockles as an RSA fundraiser and playing golf. Ends with ‘Small lust to spill man’s blood had we. Small thirst for battles joys.’

• Halstead H. #18529 (Oamaru), n.d. Story ‘A memory’. Recalls being an inpatient at Hamner hospital and the treatment of paraplegic patient ‘Benny’ Bennett.

• L.B. Beatie #32633 (New Lynn) March 1982. Thanks for article on 25 Battalion.

• John, 8.9.82. Convoluted assumptions on farm ownership – inheritance and succession.

14.17 Unofficial History: Letters 1983 [B4.F46b]

Includes: • L. Leary (Mt Albert) 3.3.88. World War 1939-1945, WWI anecdotes – ANZAC

troops camped at Salisbury Plains; Brigadier Bill Braithwaite in France; wireless operator in the trenches – recalls coming across some dead bodies; recalls being relieved by a Canadian Div. at Passchendaele – the superstition of being the third cigarette lite from a single match; many shells but few bombs dropped from planes.

• Jim G___? (Auckland) 29.9.83. The Right of the line. Reviews the history of the Royal Regiment of Artillery from creation in 1716. Mentions hire of civilians (prior to 1716) who served in Ireland ‘orange lined frocks’. Continues history to the introduction of khaki uniforms in the 20th century.

• Richard Gavezynski, (Beaver Dam, Wis., USA) 23.10.83. • H.A., Dawber (Christchurch) 3.11.83.

14.18 Unofficial History: Letters 1984 [B4.F46c]

Includes:

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• Ray Price (Kaitaia) 22.6.84. Recalls serving with UK Div. Signals in Palestine as a dispatch rider – delivering documents in an unmarked car. Also Looking Back 40 years – D Day 6 June 1944 reminiscences of a POW in Stalag VIIIA at Goritz and the work camp No 11502 at Weisswasser in the Rothenburg district – escape story of Billy Allison and Reg Chippendall (an Australian)

• Basil Borthwick (Chritchurch) 27.6.84. D Day landings in Normandy 1944. POWs in Italy.

• H.J. Clare, #8242 (Alexandra) 15.12.84 Noble War Horses a story of being in Czechoslovak at the close of war and seeing Czech army disarming German soldiers – mounted men armed with tommy guns.

• Ted Durman #422271 (Ruakawakawa) 27.3.84. From a family with a military background, immigrated to NZ 1923, joined NZ air force.

• Sadie Knucky (Hastings). Cover letter 13.6.84 to JH regarding her service as a doctor at Crete and a 22 Bt. Veterans war tour 1982 she went on - recalls meeting Wilf Roberts – mentions Capt. Alan Ballantyne. Also 9 letters from Wilf and Margaret Roberts (Shrewsbury, UK) dated 20.10.82; 14.9.83; 18.11.83; 15.12.83; 20.12.83; 6.2.84; 4.3.84; 7.4.84; 5.6.84 regarding a note sent to Ballantyne and books relating to NZ involvement Crete.

• Group of letters forwarded to JH by RSA gen secretary including Ron V. Giorgi (Hastings) 11.6.84 - the naval duel between Bonhonne Richard and The Seraphis; T. Kerr (Auckland) 8.6.84, Irish regiment and pipe band; RWT Wareham (Palmerston North) 8.6.84, John Paul ‘Jones’. Also Jack, (letterhead – on active service Joint Council of the order of St John and the New Zealand red Cross Society) includes a poem written by Jack’s Batman (7p)

• Ngaire L. von Sturmer (Milford, Auckland) 29.4.84. Recalls research in Auckland Museum Library, Rev. Thomas Gilbert early settler at new Plymouth and his son William Chas Gilbert on Nelson. Genealogical information.

• Rose Coombe (Hants UK). Comments on rough draft sent to proof reading. Comments on South African emblem on headstones (springbok), WWI NZ graves at Villers Bretonneux, etc.

• Harold (Happy) Holdaway (Blenheim) 4.3.84. Explains when he joined up for WWII World war 1939-1945.

• Colin J. McKay (Ashfield, NSW). Two letters, both dated 2.7.84. • Neil Andrews (Waitara) 30.6.84. Explains he was a fellow POW at Bari Camp,

Italy. Comments on Spencer Edge’s book No honour, No glory and his war experience including returning to Bari (mentions enclosed photographs of Bari – Charlie Bruce inside the front gate) which was a camp for displaced civilians.

• A.R. Bevins (Te Awamutu) 11.6.84. 14.19 Unofficial History: Letters 1985 [B4.F47a]

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• Gunner Mack #809481 (East Coast Bays, Auckland) Oct 85. Recalls waking up neighbours by starting up the power unit (generator?) at the 65th battery. Comments on the views to Rangitoto and Tiri Tiri Matangi

• F.H.J. Morrow # 458560(Hamilton). WWII, World war 1939-45 Memories of Major Ben (Div. Cav’s official dog mascot)

• Les Hillier (Whangarei) Rec. 23.7.85. Rank Misadventure. Recalls being on leave in Cairo with Fred Garrett and Bob Fulcher, and a visit to the Officers’ Club near Kas-el-nil barracks.

• P.J. Riley (Putararuru) 2.8.85 to ‘Dear Aquitania’ . Cover letter for photographs of troop ship Aquitania enroute to England 1940

• Kevin Askew (Morrinsville) 30.6.85. Cover letter for photographs of troop ship Aquitania.

• John McA______ #430781 (central Otago) 4.2.85. Cover letter for an original letter sent by Roy J. Fox ca. 1943.

• L.C. Barker (Napier) 15.6.85. In response to ’Swagger Country’. Recalls a swagger seeking breakfast and a sheep drover a paddock to overnight his sheep.

• Merv Darrall (Howick) 6.11.85. Names Val Meales of Howick as shaking hands with Rommel.

• Terry McLean (Auckland) 7.2.85. Mentions project by Australian Anne Dupre to write the story of Crete and how he fell out with Fairbrother

• R.J. McConnell (Russell) 25.6.85. Cover letter for photograph taken at Aotea Quay, Wellington ‘Welcome home’ May 1944. Explains background. Mentions MV Tarifa and provides a first had account of being a passenger at the time it was sunk, described their rescue, mentions their stay in Aden until boarding the MV Port Chalmers for Wellington. Names 29 people in the photograph.

• Trooper R. Fisher #2826, 17.4.85. Memories of serving in Cairo. • H. Sheirtcliff (New Lynn) 9.8.85. Served in Royal NZ Navy. Mention the

Achilles. Recalls a bat flying into a nightclub in Gibraltar and an all-girl band. • Reg Mace (New Plymouth) 15.7.85. Mentions the Aquitania – sailed in her to

the Middle East • Burrows (Wellington) 8.7.85. Aquitania • J. Anyon (Blockhouse Bay, Auckland) 23.6.85. Joined RAF in 1939. Served in

Maintenance Unity salvaging crashed aircraft. Details of incident that resulted in him being run over by a crane.

14.20 Unofficial History: Letters 1986 [B4.F47b]

Includes: • L.G. (Jim) Kitney (Glen Innes, Auckland) 2.3.86. Letter about his

reminiscences First and Last recalling the launch and trials of the Cruiser Leander

• J.E. Tollemache (Avondale) 10.3.86. Aquitania, includes Concert Programme

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• N.L. Scully (Auckland) 11.2.86. An Account of the voyage to England of the first New Zealand Naval Volunteer Reserve detachment per H.M.T. Aquitania by N.L. Scully A/1904. Photocopy, typescript. 10p.

• P.J. Merchant (Dunedin) 7.3.86. Cover letter for notes and photographs of the Aquitania. Notes are titled Troopships

• Tony Rex (Mt. Eden Auckland) 26.5.86. Rough Notes on the Kiwi Concert party

• Lance Jack (Mosgiel) Donkey herd – john Simpson Kirkpatrick at Gallipoli. Claims that Moore Jones’ paintings were of a New Zealand who continued the work after the death of Kirkpatrick and his donkey. With covering letter from Mrs E.M. Kingdon and unattributed notes.

• Joyce Cresswell (Rawene) 17.5.86. • Bob Buckland (Wellington) • David McGill (Wellington) 12.3.86. Mentions transcribing a recording of JH

talking about POWs. 14.21 Unofficial History: newspaper clippings [B4.F48a] Sundry clippings 14.22 Unofficial History: 2ZB Sunday Services Sessions. June 1 – Aug 1959 [B4.F48b]

Introductions to JH’s weekly programme which included interviews New Zealand servicemen. Includes

14.23 Unofficial History: Stan Precious [B4.F48c]

Stan Precious (Tauranga). Three undated letters regarding his war service in the North Western desert and reminiscences as follows

• an original copy of his reminiscences of El Alamein (Patriotic Fund, Auckland letterhead).

• 5/- note Issued by the British Military Authority • 50 Cinquante Francs note – issued by Banque de L’Algerie • 5 piastres note – Egyptian currency note

14.24 Unofficial History: Aquitania [B4.F48d]

Two copies of te Waka o-tu (the war craft) on board H.T.M. Aquitania, No 2. Vol. 1, May 1940 – one copy singed by Gnr. P.J. Riley 5th Field Reg NZA; three luncheon menus (May 3rd, 5th and 6th 1940) and one dinner menJune 15 1940. Also Aquitania 1942, Eighth reinforcement – J Quigley signature on front cover.

14.25 Sundry papers 1942-1981 [B4.F48f] Sundry papers, a number of which relate to war history including

• Bernard Freyberg answers two questions for the 22nd Btn Unit History – the location of his honeymoon location and the 22nd Btn using the Excelsior Hotel in Trieste. 2.6.1954

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• Correspondence relating to the closure of New Zealand Broadcastings ‘Open Country’ programme 1974

• Correspondence and sundry papers relating to the artillery Rammer – a memento of the battle at Belhamed, 18 miles south east of Tobruk. 1942-1981

• H.T. Aquitania - Three luncheon menus, etc. 14.26 Unofficial History: reminiscences Part 1 [B4.F49a] Includes:

• Angus Moorcroft Millar – memories of serving in 75 NZ Squadron – bomber command

• Ralph Smith (Wanganui) Vickers practice • Jim Henderson, Cattle King. Script for This is NZ broadcast on ZB • Jim Henderson, 6 Acres of females Script for This is NZ broadcast on ZB • Roy Hope. WEC (spud) Murphy , War History. With covering note from Roy

Hope, n.d. Stary about New Zealand serving with the British Pacific Fleet (Air) World war 1939-1945.

• Not attributed. And the rains came. World War 1914-1918. A story the NZ Cavalry near El Arish in Northern Sinai during WWI

• Roy Julian, (Opunake) recalls milking cows in France during World War 1914-1918. Writes of a training exercise.

• Mrs Rachele Caccio-Birch (Wellington). Advises that Black Bess (WWI war horse belonged to her father – details of breeding.

• Ralph Smith (Wanganui). Recalls Crook Clink, a War story and a final pig hunt before heading off to war – reported killed at France he surprised many when he returned in good health

• O.M. Burton (Otaki) recalls serving time in prison (Pacifist) – working in kitchen gardens and view of troopships leaving the harbor

14.27 Unofficial History: reminiscences Part 2 [B4.F49b] Short recollections of WWI and WWII. Includes:

• J.H. Fray #14407 (Howick). The good soldier Uncle. World War 1914-1918. Recalls older soldier at Trentham while he was training in the 14th Reinforcements. He went to France with the younger men and was sent a large cake. Died in the trenches.

• A collection of papers relating to food and meals • A collection of POW reminiscences relating (Prisoner of War)

14.28 Account of flight on Bomber bound to Hamburg 1943 [B9.F120]

Letter (copy?) to Gwen from Jim 25 July 1943 ‘Somewhere in England’. Describes first operational flight – writer is the navigator. Includes description of flight to Hamburg, search lights, dropping bombs and the return flight to England.

14.29 Review, Review, Review [scrapbook] [OUTSIZED]

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Scrapbook of clippings from the RSA Review and sundry papers 1973-1979 14.30 Unofficial History – sundry papers

Includes The history according to me by Lieutenant Colonel H.F. Allan’s notes – to propose a toast to the Territorial Regiment 1911-1986 [75th anniversary]; letter from Hugh Cronin with enclosed [French] 50 centime note 1918; letter from Private Roy Fox #460168 to Pte. McAtamney (sp?) 430781, dated Nov 30 1943 serving in the Pacific – story of encounter with Japanese barge

Series 15: Selwyn Muru

Biography: Selwyn Muru, Maori painter, sculptor, writer and film maker was born at Te Hapua, North. Auckland, NZ, 1939. His tribal affiliation is Ngati Kuri, Te Aupouri, Te Paatu, Ngati Rehia, Murikahara, Te Whakatohea. He studied at Ardmore and Dunedin Teachers’ College, but he left teaching in 1962 to concentrate on his art, holding his first one-man show at the Ikon Gallery in Auckland in the same year. He was largely self-taught as a painter and sculptor, believing ‘all creative artists are self-taught’. His philosophy of art closely followed the view of Picasso, whom he much admired, that artists should be honest to their own personal experiences and strengths. Muru’s paintings have often been characterized by their narrative political content, from the series telling the story of Parihaka (1972) to the 14 panels of Whakapapa , painted for the Kohia ko taikaka anake exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Wellington, NZ, in 1990. In later years he increasingly combined his skills as an orator and a painter, making extensive use of language in his works to address issues concerning the status of the tangata whenua (first people) within New Zealand. As a sculptor he is well known for Waharoa , a large gateway outside the Aotea Centre in the central Civic Square in Auckland. Adapted from http://www.artfact.com/artist/muru-selwyn-z71kqfkrc5 [Retrieved on Feb 21 2013] A collection of papers relating to New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation’s Maori broadcasting programmes. 15.1 Selwyn Muru personal papers [B8.F90]

Testimonial from John Melsor, School Publications Branch 1965; Testimonial from H P B Metcalf, Wellington Teachers College, n.d.; Staff contract between Selwyn Muru and the New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation 1967; Personal report- Selwyn Muru, programme Officer Class E, New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation 1969; Application for vacancy, New Zealand Broadcasting Corp (NZBC) 1971.

15.2 Maori Broadcasting – programming [B8.F91]

Sundry papers including programming run sheets, sound cue sheets, interview question sheets etc.

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15.3 Programme scripts [B8.F92]

Sundry scripts including transcript of the 1970 ABU Festival of Folk Music, Work Music of the Maori; an account of an opening of an un-named church by Rev Robert Tahupotiki Haddon, n.d.; scripts with names of readers in margin; The first 100 days, (an account of Capt James Cook’s exploration and observations on the coast of North Island NZ 6th Oct 1769 – 13th Jan 1770) script for programme No NZ 537

15.4 Research papers File 1 [B8 .F93]

Includes letter to Mr J Cowan Aug 1st from Tunui Amoa (English) (photocopy); 29 1909 from Tunui Amoa of Blenheim (photocopy of original in Maori and English translation) (photocopies); historical notes on Maori education; The fast Buck Tohunga, Review of W. Dittmer’s The Tohunga; etc.

15.5 Research papers File 2 [B8.F94]

Includes rehearsal script The Napoleon of the South attributed to David King, (5p.); I’m against the 1970 tour, Statement by Sid Jackson, published by ACORD; letter to Selwyn Muru from Hinemoa and Bier (?), written on Tauranga Maori Cultural and Promotional Committee Aug 1968; Minutes of the meeting of Teachers of Maori and other people interested in fostering the language… 26 June 1969

15.6 Research papers File 3 [B8.F95]

The teaching of Maori by correspondence (7p.), 2 copies, pencil sketch on the verso on one copy; student work sheet; Metcalf, Barry., Maori in our schools (2p.).

15.7 Speech notes [B8.F96]

Typescript of submissions to the Maori Council regarding a statement made by the Council on race relations in South Africa and rugby tour ca.1969. Includes Dick Harker, lecturer in Education at University of Victoria (2p.); Peter Gordon, founder of the University of Auckland Maori Club (3p.); Potae (great grandson of Colonel Potae). Also speech given by Duncan MacIntyre, Minister of Maori Affairs at the opening of the Maori Women’s Welfare league conference, Invercargill, 20 Jul 1970; paper presented at the World Council of Churches Consultation on new Challenges to combat racism in the Netherlands, 26 April 1974 by Hana Jackson of Nga Tamatoa; Waitangi Day 1971- speech by Dr. Pei Te Hurunui Jones on behalf of the Maori People

15.8 Mss: Rowley Habib, short stories [B8.F97]

A collection of short stories (typescript and carbon copies). Includes Five stories published in Te Ao Hou as follows: Death at the Mill (No. 16, Oct. 1956); The burial (No. 18, May 1957); The visitors (No. 20, Nov. 1957); Talking honesty (No 36, Sep. 1961); The Boss (No. 39, Jun. 1962); Boarding House (No. 61, Dec. 1967). Also The beginning; The sad news; Consolation; The boy and the bird; A woman waiting in the

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rain; Father and son; A death in the wilderness; The youth and the gay tartan jacket; Evening.

15.9 Mss: File 1 [B8.F98]

Includes Arranged marriages (4p.) (typescript); Farming Maori Land (2p.) (typescript); The dawn maid (3p.) (typescript); Snowbird and other poems (2p.) (typescript); Heke’s wars in the North (from Walter Kowiti (sp?), (15p.) (typescript); report on the centennial of New Zealand’s Maori Schools at Rotorua Dec 9 1967 (2p.) (typescript); Time line for the development of New Zealand’s Maori Schools, (4p.) (typescript); The odd angle – John Webster of Opononi (2p.) (typescript); Sir Apirana Ngata, Tangata Tipua by G V Butterworth (23p.) (typescript);

15.10 Mss. File 2 [B8.F99] Te Kotahi tanga o te Maori (Maori) (28p). Corrections and additions (7p.) 15.11 Mss. File 3 [B8.F100]

The killing of Kane, Television/film script by Darren Noble, Taranaki, 1963. (typescript, photocopy) (48p)

15.12 Whakapapa [B8.F101]

Te waka – Ngatoki – mata- whaorua. Also Toi-Kai-nakau = Kuranui-a-mana with Nukutere – Canoe and Ruakapanga

15.13 Art/exhibition file 1 [B8.F102]

Letter to Muru from Brian Muirm Palmerston North Art Gallery – invitation to submit works for Manawatu prize… with pen sketch of unidentified Maori man on front and on verso are two portraits – one in pen and the other in pencil; pen sketch on lined paper – unidentified Maori man; coloured sketch of hills on lined paper; Study for free standing sculpture – abstract, black pen with a touch of red; Photographs (black and white, and hand coloured) of unidentified Muru painting 1968 (possibly European troops at Parihaka), plus colour transparency; Black and white photograph of Selwyn Muru working on rock drawing inspired painting

15.14 Art/exhibition file 2 [B8.F103]

Waikato Society of Arts autumn Members’ exhibition 1968 – Hamilton Art Gallery; Exhibition of traditional dna modern Maori Art, NZ Dept of External Affairs and the NZ Information Service, Tourist and publicity Dept. (With compliments insert – with sketch – Maori portrait by Muru); Programme for the official opening ti the New Maori Court, Wanganui Museum 1968.

15.15 Clippings File 1 [B8.F104] Famous Maori personalities. Clippings and photocopied articles 15.16 Clippings File 2 [B8.F105] Clippings and photocopied articles

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15.17 Poems / Lyrics / Karakia [B8.F106]

Includes Tauparapara (mss); Kahore to mamae e… (mss and typescript); Kawiti’s Lament with English translation, (typescript); Its not pain that wells up within me… (mss and typescript); Wai-o-rore by Hone Tuwhare (English) (typescript); Toihau (Clan meeting house) (English, (Typescript); Notes for series of programmes in Maori oratory – poetry of the Maori (mss). Also lyrics -Detroit City (typescript); try a little kindness (typescript); The long and winding road (typescript); River deep mountain high (typescript)

15.18 Newsletters etc. [B8.F107]

Includes Maori Organisation on Human Rights Feb 1971; Te Ahi Ka, Wills National Maori Cultural Championships, Oct 1967; Comment a NZ quarterly review, # 35, June 1968; Te Kaunihera Maori, NZ Maori Council newsletter Vol. 5, No. 3 Apri/May 1968; Vol 6, No. 6 Dec 1969; Polynesian Institute Newsletter No. 2 Jan 1970; 50th Anniversary of Pepara Church Koriniti (1920-1970) and dedication o memorial stone Sister Elsie Smith MBE, March 1 1970; Pastorate Newsletter n.d.; Te Hokioi, te-reo-Ote-Iwi-Maori. Issue 3 Vol. 1 Nov/Dec; Issue 4, Vol.1 Feb/Mar. Issue 5. Vol. 1 Jun/Jul; Issue 6, Vol. 1 Aug/Dec. Te Muru West Coast Settlement reserves petition to Government – information sheet

15.19 Sundry papers File 1 [B8.F108] Greeting cards, notes, etc. 15.20 Sundry papers File 2 [B8.F109]

New Zealand Maori Council – work of Maori Artists – draft 65/6; Minutes of Broadcasting Group – Central Committee 19 June 1969; Report on the Seminar for Teachers of Maori Languages, May 1968; teaching of Maori by Correspondence n.d.; etc.

Series 16: Audio recordings

A collection of analogue recording on magnetic tape (cassette and reel to reel) and records

Audio 16.1 Main Title: Delightful Lady

Performer: Rob Skiffington Composer/lyricist: S MacKenzie / R Skiffington Song titles: Side 1. Delightful Lady

Side 2. The night before the race

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Company: Echopark, Grafton Media: Record. EP (45 rpm) Audio 16.2 Main Title: Kokatahi Band – a selection of their favourites

Performer: Kokatahi Band Composer/lyricist: various

Song titles: Side 1. The Band begins to play; Scotland the Brave; Irish Medley; Side 2. Wheels; Listen to the mocking bird; Irish Washerwoman

Company: AH and AW Reed Media: Record. EP (45 rpm) Audio 16.3 Main Title: Love Songs

Performer: St Joseph’s Maori Girl’s College Choir Composer/lyricist: various Song titles: Side 1. Pokarekareana ana; Hine e hine; Pehia;

Side 2. Haere ra e Hine; Tena koutou; Po Atarau (now is the hour)

Company: Viking record company Media: Record. 45 rpm Notes: Audio 16.4 Main Title: Cazna Gyp – songs of the backblocks

Performer: The Song Spinners With solos by John Godden, Malcolm Cunningham, Audria Beddie, Arthur Weller, Barbie Colquhoun. Jack Murphy.

Composer/lyricist: Song titles: Side 1. Old Billy Kirk; Heart of the hills Side 2 Brandin’ muster; Song of the kauri Company: Kiwi Records, AH and AW Reed

Media: EP 45rpm; record sleeve. No record. Notes: Behind the songs of Cazna Gyp lies a fascinating story, one

to capture the imagination of every New Zealander who has a love for the natural beauties of the land and an interest in the up-country activities of his fellows.

Audio 16.5 Main Title: Four cities and two gold towns

Performer: The Mariners Composer/lyricist: Willow Macky

Song titles: Side 1. Waitamata Harbour; The cable car; Thames – a hundred years ago

Side 2. Cathedral City; Bonnie; Braw Dunedin; Arrowtown; Company: Kiwi Records, AW & AH Reed

Media: EP 45 rpm (no cover – records only)

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Audio 16.6 Main Title: Songs of the gold diggers; songs of early New Zealand - 2

Performer: The song spinners Song titles: Side 1: I’m packing up my things; New chums at the

diggings; Tuapeka gold Side 2: Song of the pick; Gold is a wonderful thing Company: Kiwi Records, AW & AH Reed

Media: Record. 45 rpm Audio 16.7 Main Title:

Performer: The Tui Trio Composer/lyricist: Freedman/Tribble

Song titles: Side 1. Bon Voyage; Side 2. Beautiful Waiheke Island Company: Viking (His Master’s Voice paper sleeve)

Media: Record. 45 rpm Audio 16.8 Main Title: Side 1: Sing a long 101 Side 2: Dreaming again

Performer: Rob Skiffington Composer/lyricist: Various

Song titles: Side 1: You are my sunshine; Down by the Riverside; Bye bye blackbird; Look what you’ve done

Side 2: Dreaming again Company: RCA [1985]

Media: Record. 45 rpm Notes: Demonstration record… Audio 16.9 Main Title:

Performer: Graham Godbeer with the Lloyd Sly Quartet Composer/lyricist: Side 1. Stillman/Allen Side 2. Burkhart – Turner - Parson

Song titles: Side 1. You alone Side 2. O Mein Papa

Company: TANZA [Recording Corporation of New Zealand] Media: record, 78 rpm Notes: Distributed by Columbus Radio Centre. In His Master’s Voice

paper sleeve. Audio 16.10 Main Title:

Performer: Les Welch and his Quartet with Larry Stellar Composer/lyricist: Side 1: Fields & McHugh Side 2: Mottier – Le Roy Parker

Song titles: Side 1. On the sunny side of the street Side 2. She wore a yellow ribbon

Company: Tasman

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Media: Record. 78 rpm . Notes: Distributed by Columbus Radio Centre. In His Master’s Voice

paper sleeve. Audio 16.11 Main Title:

Performer: Mavis River assisted by Nita Toia, Mark Kahi, Lloyd Sly, Dick Hobday and Bob Ewing.

Composer/lyricist: Side 1. Horton Side 2. Davis, Sargent /

Song titles: Side 1. Columbus Stockade Blues; Side 2. Mockin’ Bird Hill

Company: TANZA [Recording Corporation of New Zealand] Media: Record. 78 rpm . Notes: Recorded at Astor Recording Studio, Auckland. Distributed

by Columbus Radio Centre. In His Master’s Voice paper sleeve.

Audio 16.12 Main Title:

Performer: Side 1. Jone Cacciagli & orchestra Side 2. Lina Termini and orchestra

Song titles: Side 1. Caro Papa Side 2. Lili Marleen

Company: Stebbings, Media: Record. 78 rpm

Audio 16.13 Main Title: Peter Cape’s Kiwi Ballads

Performer: Peter Cape with Don Toms (guitar) and June Toms (mouth organ). Also Pat Rogers.

Composer/lyricist: Peter Cape Song titles: Side 1. Peter Cape’s Kiwi Ballads – includes Down at the hall

on a Saturday night; Talking dog; Rainbow in the tea tree; Taumata…; Inter-island steamer express; Bullocky; Taumaranui

Side 2. She’ll be right; Spell-Oh!; Fetch ‘em on; Gumdigger; The Okaihau Express; Coffee-bar blues; You can’t win

Company: Reed Pacific Records Media: Record. 33⅓ rpm Notes: Peter claims to be one of New Zealand’s foremost failed

poets which is why in his early twenties, he began writing comic verse. The habit grew, and he regards vernacular ballads in this album – all recorded in the early 1960s – as the final flowering of that particular talent. The ballads had their origin in a childhood spent living and travelling in a caravan around farming communities in the northern North

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Island. They are the fore runner of a vein of comic writing which now includes Barry Crump, Fred Dagg and… other indigenous Kiwi characters.

Audio 16.14 Main Title: According to the ambassadors

Performer: Air New Zealand - Accordion Orchestra Composer/lyricist: various

Song titles: Side 1. New Zealand Song; Italian Syphony No. 4 in A. 4th movt.; Home-coming.

Side 2. I just called to say I love you; land of Maui; Surprise Symphony in G. 4th movt.; Kiwi bird dance; That lonesome road

Company: Air New Zealand Media: Record 33⅓ rpm

Audio 16.15 Main Title: The great songs of Ana Hato and Deane Waretini

Performer: Ana Hato and Deane Waretini Composer/lyricist: Alfred Hill; Te Rangi Hikiroa; Takati-Hamapere; Kaihau; Te

Rangi Pai; Erima Maewa Kaihau; Hoben-Horne; arr. Hemi Piripata.

Song titles: Side 1. Home, the little Maori, home; Waita poi; Ka mate; Karo; Te Taniwha; Matangi; May I not love. Side 2. Hine e Hine!; Akoako o te Rangi; Haere Tonu; In Fairyland; Hoea Ra; Tahi nei Taru Kino; Po Atarau.

Company: Parlophone [His Master’s Voice, New Zealand] Media: Record 33⅓ rpm

Audio 16.16 Main Title: Open Country – One more river to cross to the wedding

Performer: Jim Henderson; Archdeacon James Young; Elizabeth McRae; Lance McCaskill; Peter Gwynne

Composer/lyricist: Side 1. Archdeacon James Young; Peggy Dunstan; Side 2: Arthur Davis; Amelia Batistich

Song titles: Side 1. One more river to cross to the wedding (Young); The pork butcher’s picnic (Dunstan); Side 2. The boss’s great spraying machine (Davis); The old man and the mountain (Batistich)

Company: Reed Pacific (1974) Media: Record 33⅓ rpm

Audio 16.17 Main title: Ghost Town Performer: Jim Henderson? Titles: Side 1 & 2. Back to Burnett’s Face (West Coast) Media: audio cassette Date: Feb 1959

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Audio 16.18 Main title: Dan Greaney (sp?), 71, Roadman Interviewee: Dan Greany Company: Radio New Zealand, Media: audio cassette Date: n.d. Audio 16.19 Main title: Breakup ceremony, Correspondence School Guest Speaker: Jim Henderson Date: 17 Dec 1974 Media: audio cassette C90 Audio 16.20 Main title: Mrs. Harwood Interviewee: Mrs. Lillian Harwood Date: Mar 9, 1979 Media: audio cassette Notes: Talks of Mrs Chaffey – Asbestos Cottage Audio 16.21 Main title: Poem; Neil Robinson Orator: Neil Robinson Date: June 1979 Media: audio cassette C90 Audio 16.22 Main title: Ted Ray, Collingwood [?] Interviewee: Ted Ray [?] Date: Feb 1983 Company: National Film Library, Wellington [?] Media: audio cassette Audio 16.23 Main title: Brian Clark I/V Jim Henderson Date: April 1984 Media: audio cassette

Notes: Label reads ‘Book, Sharon Crosbie, Radio, April 84, Return to Jim Henderson. Urgent

Audio 16.24 Main title: Open Country, Mother’s Day Date: 13 May 1984 Company: Radio Pacific Media: Audio cassette C60

Notes: Side 2 label reads ‘ Bill Herewini, to record, side 2 only. Oct ’84, Return to Jim Henderson, Radio pacific, private Bag, Auckland

Audio 16.25 Main title: Peace Rally, Auckland Town Hall Date: 31st Aug 1986 2pm Sponsor: Radio Pacific

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Media: Audio cassette Audio 16.26 Main title: Reminiscences as a Sales Rep Performer: Phil H. Mardsen

Date: n.d. Media: Audio Cassette C90

Notes: Phil Mardsen was a sales representative for The Continental Cigar Company (van Hartog cigars)

Audio 16.27 Main title: Swagger County Date: n.d. Company: Radio New Zealand Media: Audio Cassette Notes: Replay Radio Audio 16.28 Main title: Bush Farm / After the Earth Quake Performers: not determined Date: n.d. Company: Radio New Zealand Media: Audio cassette Audio 16.29 Main title: The Bushwacker’s Band and the Roaring Days Performer: The Bushwacker’s Band Composer/lyricist: not determined Song titles: Waltzing Matilda, etc, Company: not determined Media: Audio Cassette C60 Audio 16.30 Main title: Replay Pixie Williams Performer: Pixie Williams

Song titles: Guitar Boogie; Best Wishes [Sam Freedman]; Mandolin Boogie; Lets talk it over [Ruru Karaitiana]

Media: Audio Cassette C90 Notes: The Early Years: Pikiteora Maude Emily Gertrude Edith

Williams was born 12 July 1928, in Mohaka near Gisborne in the Hawkes Bay. Taken from her mother when only a few months old to be raised by her beloved grandparents (my “mother” and “father”) her happy childhood years were spent with them and her love of music was born – singing around the piano most evenings and on the Marae from age three. Retrieved 11 Feb 2013 from http://www.bluesmokerecords.com/about-pixie-williams/

Audio 16.31 Main title: Side 1. Book Review YA’s 9.4.1984 ‘Down from Marble

Mountain by Stewart Anderson of Hastings

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Side 2. Grey Philipps ‘Open Country’ Radio procession with 2 bullock teams and drays up Queen Street Auckland 11am- 12, on 12 March 1984, heather Stubbs for Radio Pacific Interviews

Date: n.d. Media: Audio cassette C90 [no cassette case]

Audio 16.32 Main title: Peg’s birthday at Iris’s Date: n.d. Media: Audio cassette C90 Audio 16.33 Main title: Side 1. Nicola Williams, Record Poem Side 2. Peg on phone – Bub!! Date: n.d. Media: Audio cassette C90

Notes: Includes letter to JH from JS and ME Allen, grandparents of Nicola Williams 5th Apr 1983

Audio 16.34 Main title: Two Black Crows Performer: Charles Mack and John Swor Company: Columbia Records USA Media: Audio cassette C60

Notes: The Two Black Crows (also called The Black Crows and Moran and Mack) was a blackface comedy act popular in the 1920s and 30s. The duo appeared in vaudeville, on Broadway, on radio, comedy records, and in film features and shorts. The act was originated by Charles Mack (1888–1934), who hired actor John Swor as his partner. "Swor & Mack" enjoyed moderate success until Swor left the act. He was replaced by George Moran (1881–1949). The team of Moran and Mack caught on and became major recording stars. "The Two Black Crows" became a weekly radio show in 1928; Moran and Mack also guest-starred on Fred Waring's radio show in 1933. Although Moran and Mack's gags were mostly corny (and very often non-racial) and the characters were stereotypical (one practical but naive, the other seemingly slow and lazy yet quick with a quip and a certain skewed logic), the relationship depicted plus their laconic delivery made them one of the most successful of comedy teams. Retrieved on 11/2/2013 from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_Black_Crows

Includes letter to JH from Alvin Taylor, New Plymouth – who

copied the recording from his own collection and sent it to JH.

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Audio 16.35 Main title: The tail of the fish Interviewee: Matire Kereama Hoeft

Interviewer: Patricia Coleman Date: 26 Aug 1968 Company: New Zealand Broadcasting Corp. Media: magnetic audio recording tape, 13mm reel to reel in box.

Notes: Recorded at Auckland Recording Centre: Includes a letter from G.C.Ell, District Managers NZBC to the Director General (Head Office NZBC) regarding the interview Tape No. AK5/1297 …an interview by Patricia Colema based on the lifting of a whakanoa on the book ‘The tail of the fish’ – a collection of stories dealing with Mrs. Hoeft’s tribe Te Aupouri… letter has a newspaper article attached.

Audio 16.36 Main title: Don Selwyn’s party Date: n.d. Media: Magnetic audio recording tape, 13mm reel to reel [no box]

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3. Collection Processing notes: • The collection had been rehoused into waxed transit boxes. Original boxed arrangement had

not been recorded • Waxed transit boxes were labeled 1 – 16 • Original locations of files before arrangement into this sequence are noted against each file

[B16.F2] means that this was the 2nd file in Transit box 16. • Some files have been previously placed into acid free folders and labeled (pen) • Some items such as scrapbooks had been labeled (pen) • At start of work, no apparent order • Initial isting folders as in order taken – as arranged in box. Temp numbering added to folders

(pencil) • Most photographs were transferred to Pictorial - see collection ID: PH86/8 • Some letters to JH refer to enclosed photographs – presumed to be among the transferred

papers • Appraisal – discussion with Theresa Graham, 7 Jan 2013 regarding disposal. Email from

Theresa 7/1/2012 confirming ‘that the relevant correspondence and drafts will be retained. For the other material, disconnected fragments of indecipherable relevance may be culled from the archive.’ Appraisal began at B5 ‘The exiles of Asbestos Cottage’ with duplicates copy, notes and scraps of paper being set aside for disposal

• New arrangement reflects Henderson’s publications and radio broadcasts

Disposal: • 1½ transit boxes of duplicate and orphan papers sent to secure paper disposal • The orphan papers are single sheets or clipping sheets – parts of letters and other

documents that cannot be reconciled or reunited with to create a whole document. The content of each item has been assessed and is considered to have lost context and is subsequently of little use as an authoritative resource.

• Disposal authorized by Martin Collett, Manuscript Librarian, Date:

Audio transferred to Social history: 22 records – mainly British and American musicians and vocalist as follows:

2 45 rpm records 17 78 rpm records 3 33⅓ rpm records

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