The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Mr. Donald Mcintosh
Mr. Donald Mcintosh , Engineer at McCallum and Company's Ermedale sawmill, was born at West Plains in 1882, educated at the school there, and apprenticed to blacksmithing with Mr Gardiner, of Mataura. After serving his time, he became blacksmith and engine-driver at the Ermedale mill. He holds a second-class certificate as a driver of portable engines.