Story: Gold and gold mining
The Chinese script on this building at Round Hill in Southland set it apart as a Chinese temple. Chinese miners tended to band together and meticulously worked over their gold claims. Presbyterian minister Reverend W. Mawron stands on the porch.
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Alexander Turnbull Library, McNeur Collection (PAColl-5135)
Reference: 1/2-019171; F
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