Richardson And Stokes (Daniel Richardson and Arthur Thomas Stokes), Coal and Firewood Merchants, 5 Cashel Street, Christchurch, and 7 Cashel Street, Linwood. The business was founded in 1881, the senior partner having been actively engaged in the firm since its inception. Mr. Stokes joined the concern in 1888, when the style of the firm was altered as above. Messrs. Richardson and Stokes have large accommodation for the storage of firewood and coal, the yards being about half an acre in extent. They keep a well-assorted stock of fuel, and are in a position to supply their customers in any part of the city or suburbs on the most advantageous terms.