Betty Sowerby - Merivale Oral History

One hour interview with Betty Sowerby for the Merivale Oral History Project. Interviewed by Merewahia Rogers on 14 June 1994. Copied onto two sides(?) of a TEAC CDX60 audio cassette tape.

Handwritten notes on cover:

• Reputation of the Merivale area
• Teenage delinquents
• Racial conflict in Henderson Crescent Merivale
• Early life in Courtney Road (late 60's)

National Library item description (OHInt-0329-12): Backgrounds settlement and life in Merivale. Mentions land agent Mr Martin. Discusses development of Henderson Crescent. Talks about husband who worked for St. Armard and his ill health. Outlines dealing with the Housing Corporation and regional MP Mr Walsh. Details homelife, budgeting and Merivale urban development. Discusses youth behaviour in Merivale's Hobson Crescent area including juvenile delinquency. Recalls past and present mob activities and incident involving riot squad. Depicts racial stereotypes in area.