The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Canterbury Provincial District]
Congreve, William
Congreve, William, Ironmonger, Tinplate, Iron, and Copper Worker, Locksmith, etc., 129 Colombo Street, Christchurch. Mr. Congreve established his well-known retail shop in 1893, and, previous to arriving in the Colony and embarking in business for himself, he was for seventeen years the proprietor of a similar trade establishment in Stockport, England. Mr. Congreve is a direct importer of all classes of goods required in his business.