Doris Evans lived in Mitcham from 1926 to 1950. This record incorporates many aspects of family life in those years including during the depression and mentions local families and business people. The interview follows an article written by Mrs Evans titled 'Green Thumb' published in the 'Active Retirement Magazine', November 1997 (see ND 152) CHECK. Interviewee provides a personal account of Mitcham from the 1920's including the development of essential services and the residential and commercial areas. Hannam's hardware was at 8-12 Station St Mitcham.Audio Cassette and CD recording of an interview with Doris Evans nee Morgan on her early life between 1926 and 1950 in Mitcham and surrounding areas. The interview was conducted by Valda Arrowsmith at Doris's home in East Ringwood on 11 September 1997. The interview has been digitised and transcribed. Related material includes Photos (NP1824 to NP1834) and documents (ND150 & ND152).doris evans, valda arrowsmith, casella st mitcham, burnett st mitcham, davin dairy, berellis bakery, mitcham post office, dr amanda lee, hannams hardware