Esther James, Date of Birth, Date of Death
TweetEsther James
New Zealand model
Date of Birth: 05-Nov-1900
Date of Death: 07-Jan-1990
Profession: model
Nationality: New Zealand
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio 
About Esther James
- Esther Marion Pretoria James (5 November 1900 – 7 January 1990) was one of New Zealand's first professional fashion models and a keen supporter of "buy nz made." James walked the length of New Zealand in 1931-2 to raise awareness of New Zealand-made goods and improve trade during the depression.
- She was the first person ever to do this walk from Spirits Bay to Stewart Island and wore only New Zealand-made clothing and shoes.
- The walk took 6 months.
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