SummaryBrief biography of Hector Bethune (1923-2008), who had an interest in agriculture and cinematography, with a link to the Hector Bethune papers archive collection.Main Body
Hector Bethune was a religious man and held a significant interest in cinematography. He was married to Muriel Noeleen Bethune (Eleanor), and they had five children: Eleanor Neil, Miriam Bethune, Rachel Coppens, Stuart Bethune, and Kathryn Mercer.
His daughter Kathryn Mercer donated his collection to the University of Waikato library in 2009. His collection holds assorted journal booklets, magazines, and content regarding state hydro power schemes, extensive religious cinematography, agriculture, and farming.
Personal Information
First Name(s)HectorMiddle NameDavid JamesSurnameBethune Date of Birth8th Dec 1923Date of Death2008
