Shannon Collection

Penciled on back - A year to the day after he became a casualty in the Wahine Disaster Gordon Hick, Shannon, was today celebrating his 2nd birthday. He suffered brain damage. Thurs. 10

Stamped on back with black ink – APR 1969

Stamped on back with black ink - Horowhenua Historical Society. Acc. No. 137 Date.

Gordon Hick (Shannon) celebrates his 2nd birthday, 1969 1 B&W photo print

A year to the day after he became a casualty in the ‘Wahine’ Disaster. He suffered brain damage. With his mother & 3 other children (unnamed).

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Printed above photo - Shannon Cricket Club, 1936-37 Winners of “Hugh Hall Shield”

Printed below photo - Back Row:-V.J. Simpson (President), D. Mercer, E. Murrow, H. Moore, F. Perry, L. Satherley (Manager). Front Row:-H. Pope, D. Simes, F. Picard (Captain), T. Roach (Vice-Captain), R. Graham (Secretary). Absent:-J. Porter, V. Picard, G. Nepia.

Embossed bottom right corner on mounting board – Billens Levin

Penciled on back – Hampson L. Hampson

Written on back with black ballpoint pen – L. Hampson

Shannon Cricket Club – ‘Hugh Hall Shield’ winners, 1936-37 1 B&W photo print, mounted

Left to Right - Back Row: V.J. Simpson (President), D. Mercer, E. Murrow, H. Moore, F. Perry, L. Satherley (Manager). Front Row: H. Pope, D. Simes, F. Picard (Captain), T. Roach (Vice-Captain), R. Graham (Secretary). Absent: J. Porter, V. Picard, G. Nepia.

See also – Acc.#s2002.051.0005 identical mounted copy.

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Unloading electrical equipment at Shannon Railway Station, early 1920’s 1 Sepia photo print

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Penciled on back - Challenge Cup between Waitarere & Okonui (shannon) won by Waitarere. From left (at rear) J. Gillies, Mrs S. Wilton, Mrs D. Ransom, Mrs J. Gillies, D. Ransom, H. Brown (of Okonui), Mrs H. Benning. In front: Miss Y. Pearson, Miss Viviene Benning & Shirley Benning (Waitarere). appd Tues. Feb. 25, 1969.

Stamped on back with black ink - Horowhenua Historical Society. Acc. No. 137 Date.

Challenge Cup tennis between Waitarere & Okonui (shannon) won by Waitarere. 1 B&W photo print

Left to Right - Back Row: Mr J. Gillies, Mrs S. Wilton, Mrs D. Ransom, Mrs J. Gillies, Mr D. Ransom, Mr H. Brown (of Okonui), Mrs H. Benning. Front Row: Miss Y. Pearson, Miss Viviene Benning & Shirley Benning (Waitarere).

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Written on back with black ballpoint pen - No. 13. Shannon house 1936 storm Shirley Tremewan

Roof blown off Shannon house (background) during storm, 1936 1 B&W photo print

House believed to be in Stafford Street.

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Printed bottom left corner of photo – 7/51

Written on back with red ballpoint pen - Shannon School 1951

Stamped on back with black ink - N.J. Allan 7 East Road Shannon

Class photo of Primer pupils (unidentified), Shannon School, 1951 1 B&W photo print

4 rows with 12 boys in back row, 11 boys in 3rd row, 12 girls in 2nd row and 11 girls in front row.

Noelene Monk (later Allan) is believed to be one of the girls pictured.

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Penciled below photo – Shannon School

Written on back with blue ballpoint pen - Shannon School – girls 1908

Penciled on back – Mrs Sayer

Girls of Shannon School and 2 female teachers, 1908 1 B&W photo print mounted

Formal photograph outside school building.

Penciled at right of photo to name women teacher, could be Mrs W. Law (?).

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Printed bottom left corner of photo – 6/52 Printed bottom right corner of photo – F1/II There are penciled ticks & crosses on the photo.

Written on back with black ballpoint pen - Graham Sayer Grey St. Shannon.

Stamped on back with purple ink - R.J. Thomson Phone 82-465 ...12 Hamiton Rd., Wellington

Class photo of Form 1 & 2 pupils (unidentified), Shannon School, 1952 1 B&W photo print

4 rows with 9 boys in back row, 8 boys (& teacher) in 3rd row, 5 boys & 6 girls in 2nd row and 9 girls in front row.

Graham Sayer is one of the boys pictured.

There are penciled ticks & crosses on the photo.

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Written on back with blue ballpoint pen – (2) Gore Girls & Calves Shannon School.

‘Gore Girls’ with calves, Agriculture Day, Shannon School, c.1979 1 B&W photo print

With their calves & ribbons are Cheryl & Lesley.

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Printed bottom left corner of photo – 1/53

Written on back with blue ink pen - Barbara Gyde. Std. 5. 1956.

Written on back with blue ballpoint pen - Barbara McRoberts Form 1 1956

Class photo of Form 1 pupils (unidentified), Shannon School, 1953 1 B&W photo print

4 rows with 7 boys in back row, 10 boys & 2 girls in 3rd row, 10 boys in 2nd row and 9 girls in front row.

Updates from Shannon CWI meeting 22 April 2010:

Cliff Marton (Levin) is middle row 6th from left.

Barbara Gyde (later McRoberts) is front row 1st from left.

Nyree Sayles is middle row 7th from left.

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This 3 bedroom villa on a 1012m2 section was listed for fale on TradeMe in January 2018.

It was described:

• Escape the city to this spacious three bedroom family home situated on a large corner section in a semirural location.
• This home has a modernized open plan Kitchen, Dinning Room, Lounge area with rural views and the morning sun.
• The three large bedrooms have retained their classical high ceilings, enjoy the afternoon sun.
• A spacious bathroom and separate toilet and laundry area.
• A large efficient wood burner keeps the home warm and cosy.
• The property has a single garage with off street parking for two vehicles.
• The property is within an easy stroll to the shops and school, adjacent to the local sports ground and handy to the golf course.
• Foxton beach is twenty minutes away, while Palmerston North is half an hour, and Wellington one and a half hours drive.
• For outdoor pursuits, like tramping and mountain biking, the Tararuas are on your backdoor step.
• With this property there is an expansive area, waiting to be developed, room available to add a further garage, games room, or that outdoor entertainment area.
• Recreation­al park across the street.
• Shops within walking distance.

This 3 bedroom renovator's dream house on a 1012m2 section was listed for sale on TradeMe in January 2018 for $98,000.

It was described:

• This 1900's three bedroom home needs a handyman/builder to bring it back to its glory.
• Situated on a quarter acre section and still mostly unaltered from its original layout.
• The kitchen and bathroom need a full make-over and a good lick of paint would have the interior looking fresh.
• The exterior also is in need of repairs and paint, so if you are after a project and would like to restore a character home to its former glory

This 3 bedroom house on a 1012m2 section was for sale on TradeMe in November 2010.

It was described:

* Lovingly renovated character, all the major money has been spent
* New kitchen and bathroom
* Large 170m2, new four car plus garage and upstairs rumpus permitted as a sleepout
* Oak panelling in lounge and hall with lovely ornate lights
* Just 20 minutes drive to Palmerston North through Opiki
* Close to the up-and-coming cafe and arty scene
* 1012 square metre section
* Rates $1326.08 (Inc HDC & Horizons)

This 3 bedroom house was listed for sale on TradeMe in January 2018 enquiries over $220,000.

It was described:

• Has had all the work done, all you need to do is move in.
• The bathroom and the kitchen have both been updated, there are three double bedrooms and a great sized laundry.
• There is a near new coal range in the lounge which provides heating for the whole house and has the added bonus of being able to cook your dinner.
• At the rear of the property there is a large garage, carport and a covered in back door with ramp access.
• It provides a lovely private and peaceful setting for all the family to enjoy.

Photo from page of photo album supplied by Nola Brown.

Photo from page of photo album supplied by Nola Brown.

This 3 bedroom character home was for sale, by negotiation, on TradeMe in January 2011 - rateable value of $230,000.

It was described:

WHERE THE OLD MEETS THE NEW PLUS....

• Restored character villa with modern kitchen which includes double oven, new modern bathroom, updated wiring and piles, large covered back deck and warm front deck.
• Plus....large area for the boat and extra large 170m2 four car garage with large rumpus upstairs permitted for a sleepout with its own toilet and hot and cold water.
• Potential for home business or turn it into a second home for the folks or extended family.

• Lovingly renovated character, all the major money has been spent
• New kitchen and bathroom
• Large 170m2, new four car plus garage and upstairs rumpus permitted as a sleepout
• Oak panelling in lounge and hall with lovely ornate lights
• Just 20 minutes drive to Palmerston North through Opiki
• Close to the up-and-coming café and arty scene
• 1012 square metre section
• Rates $1326.08 (Inc HDC & Horizons)

A large group of people gathered in the foreground watching the proceedings. Several houses can be seen in the in the background on Nathan Terrace. Richard Roberts' house, 17 Nathan Terrace (3rd from left) is also where Mrs Hannam lived.

Written below picture with black ballpoint pen - ? Bruce Gordon, Charlie Thomas ? Station^ Master

Shannon Railway Station with 4 employees on platform 1 A4 photocopy

View looking south along platform. Left to Right - ...?..., Bruce Gordon, Charlie Thomas (Station Master), ...?...

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Written on back of 3 of the photos with black ballpoint pen - Fred Tremewan Shannon Post Office

Fred Tremewan, Senior Clerk, Shannon Post Office, c.1978 4 B&W photo prints

a) Fred seated at his desk with several people in background. Woman (right) facing camera is Janine Smith (nee Marsh). b) Closer view of Fred seated at his desk and looking at the camera. c) Another close view of Fred seated at his desk working. d) Another close view of Fred seated at his desk and looking at the camera with 2 women in background.

See also – Acc.#s2002.050.0007 (additional copy of photo d above)

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In loving memory of Joseph Bernard BUTLER died 2 July 1922 aged 22 years also William BUTLER killed in action Gallipoli 8 August 1915 aged 22 yaers. Beloved sons of Wm and Mary BUTLER. RIP

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53 b/w photographs (plus some copies) and 1 colour photograph, from various sources, related to construction of the dams & powerhouse.

12 b/w photographs (plus some copies), 1 colour photograph, 1 booklet - Dedication of New Church, from various sources.

25 b/w photographs, 2 colour photographs, 1 Examination Admission Card 1911 (Miss Cameron), from various sources, relating to the Shannon School, from 1901 to 1989.