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

Blyth, Peter A

Blyth, Peter A. , Implement Maker. General Blacksmith, Coach Builder, and Wheelwright, Winton. This business was founded in 1886 by the late Mr. James Blyth, and has earned a great reputation for the excellent workmanship of all articles turned out at the workshops. The premises consist of wooden and iron buildings, and the smithy has three forges, a steam engine, steam hammer, drilling, screwing, tyre-bending machines, and other appliances. Both departments are fitted up with all the necessary plant for manufacturing and repairing agricultural implements, waggons, page 989 drays, buggies, gigs, etc. Mr. Blyth takes great interest in music, and was secretary of the Winton Brass Band for seven years; he also takes a general interest in other local matters.