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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Auckland Provincial District]

Tyer, A. and Son

Tyer, A. and Son, Jam and Preserved Fruit Manufacturers, College Hill, Auckland. Telephone 718. Bankers, Union Bank. This enterprising firm was established in 1892, and the present commodious premises were erected in 1898. They are built in brick, and consist of two stories and a cellar, with every appliance for carrying on the business of fruit preserving. A ten-horse power boiler supplies the steam to four jacketed boiling pans, and also to the large tank used for preserved fruits. In the season about twenty-five persons are employed in the factory. The fruit is obtained from various parts of New Zealand; the oranges used in the manufacture of marmalade are grown in the north of Auckland; and only the best and soundest fruit is used in the various manufactures. The firm is deservedly celebrated for its marmalades, and was the first to start the manufacture of this breakfast page 417 luxury in New Zealand from locally grown oranges. At the Auckland Exhibition of 1899 Messrs Tyer and Son were awarded a gold medal for their exhibit of marmalade, against all comers, Preserved fruits are put up in tins varying in capacity from pounds to gallons, and comprise apples, plums, and peaches; which are so well known and appreciated throughout the Colony that the firm is greatly taxed to keep pace with the increasing demand. The firm's tomato sauce and jams are equally in favour.