| Description Summary | Transcript of an interview with Charles Spearpoint for the Glen Eden Oral History Project. Mr Spearpoint talks about his family and going to Oratia School. He describes the state of several roads including West Coast Road. He recalls his family selling glasshouse produce in cities around the country, he talks about the trade, nurseries, orchards, stores, salesmen. He recalls different ways of entertainment and mentions the Waikumete National Reserve dress ball. He also mentions various local identities. |