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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Canterbury Provincial District]

Withers, James

Withers, James, General Merchant, Flax and Rope Miller, Builder and Contractor, Sawmiller and Timber Merchant, Southbrook. This extensive business was founded by the proprietor in 1867. Though he began only in the building line, Mr. Withers gradually developed the flax industry, to which he subsequently added rope-manufacturing. In connection with his business as a builder and contractor, he put down a sawmilling plant, and has extensive yards for stacking timber. The buildings are large and well adapted for the requirements of a considerable trade, which includes storekeeping in all branches. Mr. Withers was born in London, in 1843, educated in his native city, and apprenticed to the trade of a builder. As such he worked in England till 1862, when he came to Lyttelton by the ship “Queen of the Mersey.” At first he settled in Rangiora, where he engaged in farming pursuits for about three years before establishing his business in Southbrook. Mr. Withers was married on the 29th of February, 1864, to a daughter of Mr. G. Smith, of Southbrook, and has one son surviving.

Mr. J. Withers' Premises.

Mr. J. Withers' Premises.