Mr. Michael O'Brien, the Proprietor, is an Irishman by birth and ancestry. He learned his business in his native land, and came out to Australia in 1861. After a year in Melbourne he crossed over to New Zealand, where he has since resided. Mr. O'Brien established his business in 1884, and by his aptitude and perseverance he has increased it to its present extensive proportions. For some years he carried on operations in the premises known as the Skating Rink, but in January, 1902, he removed to his new establishment in Dundas Street.