The two-storey building in the foreground was occupied during the early years of the 20th century (c 1910-1920) by Mr David Bowen Harris, a well-known chemist. The word 'chemist' can be seen on the side of the building. Mr Harris was nick-named "D...

Creator:      Bruce Watt
Place:          Main Street, Palmerston North
Date:          1955

This photograph is one of four views of Church Street taken by Alf Taylor in the 1950s. This view looks over The Lakelet to the shops that are on Church Street West.

Creator:      A Taylor
Place:          Palmerston North
Date:          circa 1950

The Lakelet was constructed in October 1909. It was the main feature of the last quadrant of The Square to be developed by the Beautifying Society. James Nash, Mayor of Palmerston North 1908-1923, opened The Lakelet before a crowd on 27 October 19...

Creator:      Manawatu Guardian
Place:          The Square, Palmerston North
Date:          1975