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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]

Richards, Albert

Richards, Albert, Te Aro Hairdressing Saloon, 73 Cuba Street, Wellington. Bankers, National Bank of New Zealand. The proprietor is a native of London. He came to this Colony in 1874 with his parents by the ship “Caroline.” Whilst residing at page 659 Hokitika he partly served his apprenticeship to the trade with a Mr. Robeck, but, removing to Wellington before his term expired, he completed his term with Mr. Bowley, and, after further experience, he purchased the above business in 1892, which was established in 1879. The premises are situated in a busy part of Cuba Street, and contain about 1000 square feet of floorage space. On the first floor there is a commodious room used by various friendly and trade societies as a lodge-room, etc. There is also a neat well-appointed hairdressing saloon. The shop is well stocked with cigars, tobacco, and fancy goods, a large quantity of tobacco being freshly cut on the premises, for which purpose there is a special machine driven by a one-horse-power water motor. There are two hands employed, and customers receive every attention and considertion. Mr. Richards takes a lively interest in Friendly Society matters, at present holding the important position of treasurer to the British United Order of Oddfellows, Aorangi Lodge, Wellington. He is also a member of the Pacific Lodge of the United Ancient Order of Druids.