Reference Number89-083, 97-186CreatorMcLeod Brothers LimitedDescriptionThe collection includes minutes, correspondence and administrative files, material relating to chemical ordering and products manufactured (including cosmetics), share records, staff wage records, other financial records, advertising material, plans, photographs, and other records.
Only a small part of this collection is digitised and available through Digital Collections. Information about other items can be found on the Hākena catalogue, through the Library Catalogues link above.History / BiographyMcLeod Brothers opened their Dunedin factory in 1869 and became during 100 years one of New Zealand's leading soap and candle manufacturers. 'Laundrine' soap was a major brand. The factory closed in August 1989.