Mills and Ware: interviews with Ron Dawson [oral history] / / interviewer: Larraine Stevens

DESCRIPTION

AuthorDawson, Ron, 1926 -; Stevens, LarraineDescriptionInterview with Ron Dawson. Family background -- 10th January 1943 began work at Mills and Ware, South Terrace scraping and cleaning biscuit trays -- Hours, layout of Factory -- Use of tins, and move to boxes -- Involvement of Stan and Nelson Mills in the business -- Family oriented, assistance to employees -- Strikes -- Staff -- Effect of modern plant and technology -- Processes involved in making chocolate and wafer biscuits -- Pests -- Effects of amalgamation with Arnotts, 1952 -- Obtaining raw materials -- Farmers paid a premium and encouraged to grow 'soft' wheat -- Flour Mill, Croke Lane -- Scientific approach to manufacturing -- Employees - quality, nationalities, seasonal workers -- Work environment -- Canteen -- Changes in transport -- Public relationsImprintFremantle, W.A. : LHC, 1987Collation5 sound cassettes (300 min.) + Guide to contents (10 leaves)LanguageEnglishDate Published1987Dewey ClassOH/DAWAudio FormatCassetteDigital ItemYes

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Barcode30118000424790LocationOral History Collection

PeopleStan MillsNelson MillsRon DawsonSubjectFactoriesMills and Ware LtdCollectionOral History Collection

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