Annabella Mary Geddes (19 May 1864–5 December 1955) was a New Zealand businesswoman, welfare worker and community leader. Of Māori descent, she identified with the Ngā Puhi iwi. She was born in Mangungu, Northland, New Zealand on 19 May 1864.[1]
Geddes was the wife of successful and wealthy merchant John McKail Geddes who operated an importation, manufacturing, packing and distribution business for decades in Customs St East, mostly in foodstuffs and canned goods; the Brown Barrett brand which was on the market from the 1860s to the 1950s. Geddes was also involved in her own business pursuits in this industry. The enormous wealth generated from these endeavours allowed her to pursue community and welfare work such as establishing the Maori Women's Welfare League.[citation needed]
Geddes was a founding member of the Royal Plunket Society.[1][2]
References
edit- ^ a b Coney, Sandra. "Annabella Mary Geddes". Dictionary of New Zealand Biography. Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Retrieved 23 April 2017.
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