Cardboard token from the opening of the Lewis Pass Road, 30th October 1937.

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DescriptionCardboard token from the opening of the Lewis Pass Road, 30th October 1937.Date of Photo30th October 1937Map^[1]ContributorBlacks Point Museum

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Location (city or town)West CoastEventOpening of the Lewis Pass Road

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Date Created5th January 2020CommentsCarrol Barnes - Baker Can anyone tell me how anyone got from Westport to Dunedin on 11 october 1937

Carrol Barnes - Baker Mum was 13 when she was taken from Westport to Dunedin by Salvation Army but if the road wasnt open I dont know how they would have got there also brother went to Temuka

Carrol Barnes - Baker They were both going into the orphanage because their Granny had past away and there Mother had died earlier

Denis Mellett Ship

Carrol Barnes - Baker no Mum said car

Heather Newby wow.. big occasion that was.,,

Gavin Martin Would you mind if I shared this with our group

Admin Team - West Coast History and Recollect
Admin Team - West Coast History and Recollect Not at all. You're very welcome to share. :)
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Cardboard token from the opening of the Lewis Pass Road, 30th October 1937.

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