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Eastern Southland (N.Z.)

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DODDS, Andrew James (Jim) interviewed by Paulette McFarland

 Record Group — Box 57
Identifier: H0616
Overview Jim Dodds was born in Charlton in 1917. Describes the house in which he grew up and schooling at Charlton School from 1922 to 1930. Comments on the effect of the Depression and World War II on neighbourliness. Recalls the children's farm jobs and his work driving a team of horses after leaving school. Recalls family holidays to Owaka, Otawa and Riverton. Describes music at the dances, meeting his wife, his engagement and wedding. Talks about conscription for World War II and being released to...
Dates: 1998