Overview Audrey discusses life on the Soper family farm at Athol, her education, the clothing worn there and sports; how the various epidemics (Polio, diphtheria) affected the school. She tells of the impact of the war, of family members going to war, the method of Military call up and volunteers; of keeping in touch through letters and parcels. She describes life on the farm during this time e.g. milking, butter making and the killing of farm animals to supply meat to Athol and the use of coupons....

Abstract AUDREY RICHMOND Interviewer: Jenny CampbellAbstracter: Jean Hawkes TRACK 100:00 Interview identification00:40 [WAR YEARS]: No bought dolls – Made own toys – No 'girlie' things. Making toy boats – Described Lived on a farm – fun times – Family to play with – Fishing in creeks NEIL and ACK, ADELE, GIBSON, RALPH SOPER – Mentioned02:31 Self's maiden name SOPER02:39 Three...