Christchurch ArchivesSpace

Papers compiled by George Pope, a cabinet maker, who worked on the Sign of the Takahe during the Depression. He carved the coat-of-arms. Includes press clippings, 1936-1941 and 1961-1966, with sketches of the coat of arms, an heraldic eagle, cat and banner, and photocopies for use.

The personal papers of Henry George Ell include letter books; scrapbooks; speeches and photographs. Also includes Summit Road, a scrapbook of newspaper cuttings, photographs and letters wned by Henry George Ell.

A further body of records is a small file of brochures and promotional letters of John W. Jameson, to co-ordinate public opinion, raise finance, and carry out projects for the improvement of the Summit Road and its scenic reserves.

Scrapbook of press clippings, with most concerning the Hon. Mr. Harry Ell in his role as Postmaster-General and relating to the Post Office. Some articles are concerning Porirua's history, written when the Poriua Post Office was opened.