Arthur Coles interviewed by Mel Pratt for the Mel Pratt collection [sound recording]

Bib ID:
2239191
Format:
Audio
Author:
Coles, A. D. (Arthur William), 1892-1982, interviewee
Online Version:
National Library of Australia digitised item
Access Conditions:
Access open for research, personal copies and public use.
Description:
  • 1971 May 19-24
  • 2 tape reels (ca. 176 min.) : 1 7/8 ips., mono. ; 5 in.
Series:
Mel Pratt collection.
Summary:

Sir Arthur Coles, a businessman, discusses his experiences during World War I; the founding of G.J. Coles & Co.; the Depression; Melbourne City Council; World War II; Melbourne Hospital; relief for British bombing victims; Women's National Register; abolition of the position of alderman on Melbourne Council; Arthur Calwell; the chain store system; training; attitude to World War II in England and Australia; bombing of Coventry; travelling in wartime; currency during the War; Menzies' resignation; Curtin; War Workers Housing Trust; War Damage Commission; Rationing Committee; operation of Coles retail business and staffing conditions; Win the War Rallies; resignation from the Liberal Party.

Biography/History:

Sir Arthur was one of Australia's leading businessmen, and held important positions in a number of private and government positions as well as being the Independent member for the Federal seat of Henty from 1940 to 1946.

Notes:
Index/Finding Aid Note:
Uncorrected transcript (typescript, 40 leaves)
Subject:
Other authors/contributors:
Pratt, Mel, -1986, interviewer
Related Records:
two-level-child

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