Hood, John Edmond , Watchmaker and Jeweller, Itchen Street, Oamaru. This business was founded by the proprietor in 1887, and a good up-to-date stock is maintained in all lines. The building, which is of stone, is two stories in height, and contains a well fitted shop and two workrooms. Mr. Hood was born in 1864, in Oamaru, where he was educated. He was apprenticed to his trade in Oamaru and Dunedin, and gained several years further experience before starting on his own account. In addition to importing watches, clocks, and jewellery, Mr. Hood has a complete sight testing apparatus, and manufactures most of his own jewellery on the premisas. He has served as a volunteer in the Waitaki Mounted Rifles since 1901, and is secretary of the Oamaru Cycling and Athletic Club.

Sherwin Brothers (George Walter Sherwin). Working Jewellers, Watchmakers, and Opticians, Wear Street, Oamaru. This business was established on the 1st of October, 1902. The firm undertakes repairing of all kinds, including tools, silver and electro-plate of all kinds, band instruments, and other delicate machinery. Mr. G. W. Sherwin was born at Maori Hill, Dunedin, on the 23rd of April, 1879, and was educated at Talbot's private school, Maori Hill, and at large public schools in Dunedin and Oamaru. He learned his trade as a watchmaker and jeweller in Oamaru, but had experience elsewhere as a journeyman, before the establishment of the firm. He served three years in the Queen's Riffles, Oamaru, and has received the service star. page 550 He is a member of Alfred Lodge, Independent Order of Oddfellows, and lieutenant of the Oamaru Royal Cadets.