Smith and Spence Wedding - Wedding Party
This photograph shows the bride and groom, alongside two sets of bridesmaids and groomsmen with a flower girl.
Smith and Spence Wedding - Wedding Party
This photograph shows the bride and groom, alongside two sets of bridesmaids and groomsmen with a flower girl.
Ashhurst Women's Institute, Ashhurst
The Ashhurst branch of the Women’s Institute (sometimes Country Women's Institute) was formed 15 August 1932. A Mrs J. Penket is thought to be 5th from the left behind the front row. She started visiting patients in hospital on behalf of the Manawatu District CWI branches in the early 1930s and continued to do so for many years.
Salvation Army Group
A group of young people associated with the Salvation Army movement. The Salvation Army Band established themselves in Palmerston North in 1884.
Group of Soldiers at Linton Camp
The names and ranks of these soldiers is unknown. It is thought that the image was taken at Linton Army Camp.
Salvation Army officers
An unknown group of Salvation Army members. The Salvation Army was established in Palmerston North in 1884.
Army personnel, Woodville
Army personnel resident in Woodville for training.
Army staff
An unidentified group of army personnel. The uniformed gentleman far left is a Warrant Officer.
House with Clothesline in Front
This photograph shows a side view of an unidentified house. A revolving clothes line is also visible.
Construction of Hangar - Ohakea
Ohakea Air Force Base was constructed on land near Bulls in the Manawatu, 1937 to 1939. It was built in anticipation of the arrival of bombers, ordered for delivery in October 1939. The initial construction included housing and maintenance facilities for the new bombers, workshops, administration buildings and accommodation for servicemen and dependents.
Construction of Hangar - Ohakea
Ohakea Air Force Base was constructed on land near Bulls in the Manawatu, 1937 to 1939. It was built in anticipation of the arrival of bombers, ordered for delivery in October 1939. The initial construction included housing and maintenance facilities for the new bombers, workshops, administration buildings and accommodation for servicemen and dependents.
Army personel, Ashhurst
This group of army personel was taken in Ashhurst, it is thought they could all be related. During the Second World War many racecourses throughout New Zealand hosted Army groups.
A.E. Claussen Ltd Delivery Truck
This truck operated by A.E. Claussen ltd, General Carriers of Palmerston North is loaded with boxes of items for sale produced by the Manawatu Co-op for delivery.
Piles of planks of wood, Longburn Freezing Works
The Longburn Slaughtering and Freezing Company Ltd was established as a farmer's co-operative in 1890. Sited at Longburn, just south of Palmerston North, it later became known as the Longburn Freezing Works. It closed in 1986.
Cylinder, Reboring, Grinding and Gear Cutting Specialists Equipment
This piece of equipment belonged to A F Martin Ltd, Engineers and Founders. They were located at 652 Main Street.
Field Marshall Bernard Montgomery Arrives at Ohakea Airbase
From Archives New Zealand: On 16th July 1947 Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, 1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, arrived in New Zealand to confer with the Government on defence matters. Lord Montgomery was one of the most decorated military leaders of World War Two, and was famous for his victory at the Battle of El Alamein. At the time of his visit to New Zealand, he was Britain’s Chief of the Imperial General Staff. Lord Montgomery toured the country, receiving a hero’s welcome everywhere he went. The photograph above was taken in Wellington on 17th July 1947. The Old Government Buildings are visible in the background, as well as some of the thousands of Wellingtonians who turned out to see Lord Montgomery (nicknamed ‘Monty’ and ‘The Spartan General’). Public servants in central Wellington were granted an hour’s leave so they could witness the Field Marshal’s drive from Government House to the Cenotaph, where he laid a wreath.
Office of Airline - BEA
A view of the offices of the BEA. The door advertises their "Canadian Pacific" run.
Palmerston North Technical High School - First XV Rugby Team
This photograph shows the First XV rugby team from Palmerston North Technical High School in 1943.
Three Unidentified Women - Croquet
Photograph of a three unidentified women posing with croquet mallets.
Black Wedding Party
Mr and Mrs Black (nee Brown) pose for a wedding photograph with their bridsemaid and best man.
Army personnel
A group of soldiers outside the Officers quarters during the Second World War.
Peace celebrations, The Square
This event is thought to be part of the celebrations held in Palmerston North at the end of World War Two. Military and civilians, including the Mayor Gus Mansford, are seated before a crowd on the rostrum. Behind (from left) can be seen the BNZ, on the corner of Fitzherbert Avenue, the spire of All Saints Church and the Grand Hotel. Also see 2011G\_ELMAR-2-B10\_005216 and 2011G\_ELMAR-2-B10\_005218
Train derailment, Manawatu Gorge
Part of the salvage crew winch equipment down the banks of the Manawatu River in the Gorge. Engine driver Basil Craighead and Fireman R Hoskins drowned when their 140-tonne goods train was derailed by a slip and fell into the flooded Manawatu River in the Manawatu Gorge on 20 August 1946. The steam engine sank under the flood waters and reappeared when the waters receded four days later. It took several days to recover the engine in pieces. Three of the 24 wagons also fell down the 20 metre bank, and were winched out six days after the crash.
Mutton Chain Gang, Longburn Freezing Works
Mutton chain gang workers with carcasses at Longburn Freezing Works. The Longburn Slaughtering and Freezing Company Ltd was established as a farmer's co-operative in 1890. Sited at Longburn, just south of Palmerston North, it later became known as the Longburn Freezing Works. It closed in 1986.
Selwyn Motors Ltd service and salvage fleet
Selwyn Motors Lt were Ford motor dealers in Cuba Street and Rangitikei Street. The fleet of vans and trucks are Ford vehicles.
School Reunion, Class of 1889-1899
The class of 1888 – 1899 are shown here at their unidentified school reunion.
Massey Agricultural Student Group
Massey Agricultural college students outside of the Refectory. Massey Agricultural College opened in 1928. The Refectory was designed by Roy A. Lippincott in the Spanish Mission / Mission Revival style. It was built in 1930 by Fletcher Construction, and opened in 1931. It was one of the original buildings on the Massey Agricultural College campus, alongside the Main Building, and housed the dining room, students' common room, kitchen and servants’ quarters. It is now used as offices.
Palmerston North Boys High School, 1st XV Rugby Team
The 1st XV Rugby Team pose for their photograph.
Palmerston North Technical High School 1st XI
The PNTHS first eleven soccer team photograph. The Palmerston North Technical High School was opened in September 1909 on what is now Princess Street, Palmerston North. In 1956 the school moved to the Rangitikei Street site and became known as Queen Elizabeth Technical College. The original building and site is now used by the Universal College of Learning [UCOL].