The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Canterbury Provincial District]
Maine Bros
Maine Bros. (William Maine, Junr., and James Thomas Maine), Boot and Shoe Manufacturers; Factory and Retail Shop, corner of High and Tuam Streets. Messrs. Maine Bros, commenced business on their own account in 1891, and have developed a considerable trade. They have established a factory at the above address, where they have all the latest boot-making machinery, capable of turning out 2000 pairs per week and providing employment for over 100 hands. The entire floor space occupied by the business, including factory and shop, is about 12,800 square feet.