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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]

Knuckey, Hugh

Knuckey, Hugh, Umbrella-maker, 20 Cuba Street (opposite Te Aro House) Wellington. Private residence, Tory Street. Mr. Knuckey was born in Lyttelton, and learned his business in New Zealand. In 1892 he opened a small shop in Tory Street, and the business then established has rapidly developed. Early in 1895 larger premises became a necessity, and the commodious establishment now occupied was secured. The total floorage is about 1250 square feet. Mr. Knuckey has a good general stock of handles, cloth, silks, etc., which he imports, together with all fittings required in his business. He has had a large experience, and makes umbrellas of first-rate strength and quality to order. In repairs and re-covering he does a large and steadily-increasing trade. Mr. Knuckey undertakes the grinding and setting of razors, knives, and scissors. He is an expert glass and china rivetter, and re-seats cane chairs.