JOHNSTON, Robert Andrew interviewed by Avis McDonald

Record Group — Box: 3

Identifier: H0005

Staff Only

Overview

This interview covers Bob’s working life at the Flax Mill where he grew up in Redan, Eastern Southland. Detailed accounts of the working of the mill including a description of the dam and water race – turbines. Also some discussion of farming and contracting.

Dates

2010

Creator

McDonald, Avis Jennifer (Interviewer, Person)

Conditions Governing Access

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Conditions Governing Use

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