Esther James
Esther James | |
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 James in 1932 | |
| Born | 5 November 1900 Pahiatua, New Zealand |
| Died | 7 January 1990 (aged 89) Auckland, New Zealand |
| Occupation | Fashion model |
| Relatives | George Stoddart Whitmore (great-grandfather) |
Esther Marion Pretoria James (5 November 1900 – 7 January 1990) was one of New Zealand's first professional fashion models and a keen supporter of "buy New Zealand-made." James walked the length of New Zealand in 1931–32 to raise awareness of New Zealand-made goods and improve trade during the depression.[1] She was the first person ever to do this walk from Spirits Bay to Stewart Island and wore only New Zealand-made clothing and shoes. The walk took six months.[2]
The soldier and member of the New Zealand Legislative Council, George Stoddart Whitmore (1829–1903), was her great-grandfather.[2]
References[]
- ^ "Esther Marion Pretoria James on her walk from Spirits Bay to Stewart Island, 1931–32". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Archived from the original on 25 May 2010. Retrieved 22 May 2008.
- ^ Jump up to: a b Barton, John. "James, Esther Marion Pretoria". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 28 June 2020.
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