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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

Brewers, Etc

Brewers, Etc.

Mitchell and Co. (William Barelay Mitchell, proprietor), Aerated Water Manufacturers, Importers, Wine and Spirit Merchants, Agents for Penfold's Australian wines, Manuel Garcia's Havana Cigars, Wairongoa Natural Mineral Water, Prunier and Co's Brandies, and for Dewar's and White Horse Cellar Whiskies, Leven Street, Invercargill. Bankers, Bank of Australasia. Telephone No. 71; P.O. Box 154. This business was established by the enterprising proprietor in 1883, and gradually grew in proportions until, in 1892, Mr. Mitchell determined to further extend his operations by the importation of wines, spirits, etc. The trade continuing to increase, Mr. Mitchell found it necessary to procure larger premises, which were erected in Leven Street, in close proximity to the Invercargill
Mr W. B. Mitchell.

Mr W. B. Mitchell.

page 839 railway station. The new premises are an ornament to the town and are built in brick and concrete. The front portion is used as offices, sampling-rooms, etc., and at the rear, the manufacture of aerated waters and other beverages is carried on; besides which there is good cellarage and accommodation for bonded goods. The firm's connections already extend throughout the Southland district and part of Otago, with every promise of a large and growing prosperity.
Messrs Mitchell And Co.'s Premises.

Messrs Mitchell And Co.'s Premises.

Roche, David , Wine, Spirit and General Merchant, Dee Street, Invercargill. Mr. Roche established his well-known business in 1874, in premises centrally situated in Dee Street. He maintains a large stock of general merchandise; and does a very large trade in Invercargill and throughout Southland. Mr. Roche is referred to in another article as a member of the Invercargill Borough Council.