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Hay’s roof: a Christchurch institution

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Hay’s roof: a Christchurch institution

In the 20th century, Scots remained a driving force in New Zealand business. In Christchurch, James Hay’s innovative retailing techniques included a children’s pleasure ground on the roof of his store, which encouraged children to persuade their mothers to shop at Hay’s.

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Canterbury Museum
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John Wilson. 'Scots', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 20-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/scots/11/4