Retail Trade
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
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DONALDSON, John Malcolm interviewed by Morag Forrester
Record Group — Box 52
Identifier: H0562
Overview
In 1965, as Te Anau faced a surge in population due to two major government construction projects in the district, John Donaldson saw an opportunity to set up his own pharmacy business in the town. A lean-to built onto another shop on the main street was the start of a 31-year tenure as Te Anau's pharmacist during which time he was also involved in the community's first ambulance service as well as its high school and local council. All of these topics are discussed through the interview during...
Dates:
2006