Workers at Miranui Flaxmill, near Shannon

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Title

Workers at Miranui Flaxmill, near Shannon

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Palmerston North City Library

Collection

Manawatū Heritage

Description

The Miranui Flaxmill, near Shannon, was the largest flaxmill built in New Zealand, in 1907. At its height in 1926 it employed about 300 workers. Dick Webb, Mill Manager, is seated on the ground holding his daughter, in front of the first row of men.

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Date created

1907

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https://manawatuheritage.pncc.govt.nz/item/ee3411fa-b98c-4878-8540-b7bc81910068

Locations

Horowhenua Region

Related subjects

agriculture / flax industry / hemp / photographs / staff

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