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Davidson, W.H. : Papers

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Reference NumberARC-0464Date1848-1988CreatorDavidson, W.H., 1894-1979DescriptionThis collection includes a copy of 'Owheo, the story of Leith Valley during the pioneering days, 1848-1948' by W.H. Davidson, which includes photographs. There is also an earlier draft without photographs entitled 'History of Leith Valley', as well as additional papers relating to Leith Valley history. There are the papers of the short-lived Kiwi Social Club (a Leith Valley social club), papers relating to the 'Lady Egidia' centennial reunion and Davidson's book 'The story of the s.s. Lady Egidia'. There are also thirteen reels of 16mm movie film covering historical and nature subject matter, along with lists and papers related to these.
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 / BiographyWilliam Hood Davidson was a market gardener who wrote about Leith Valley and the ship 'Lady Egidia'. He was also an amateur cinematographer who made a number of films documenting Dunedin life, history, and environment. The Davidson family was one of the first Pākehā families to settle in Leith Valley, working as fruit growers and sawmillers.

Video

'The Kaikorai Cable Tram'

Peace, V-J Day, Dunedin

Bullocks at work in Leith Valley

Peace, V-E Day, Dunedin

'NZ Womens Marching Teams Championships'

Opening of the wharenui Tamatea at Ōtākou

Photograph

Michael Houlahan and two others

Michael Houlahan

Depicts Or Relates To

NamesDavidson, W.H., 1894-1979SubjectsDunedin - HistoryEmigration and immigrationClubsFilm makingWorld War, 1939-1945Railways - HistoryCable carsBirdsPenguinsSportPlants

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