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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
Mr. Christian Myers
Mr. Christian Myers , Founder of the firm of C. Myers and sons, was born in Germany in 1828. He came out to Victoria about 1850, and was in the brickmaking trade there for twelve years. Mr Myers came to Southland under engagement to make the bricks required in the erection of the Invercargill gaol and hospital. He was married, in 1859, to Miss Taylor, of Victoria, but his wife died in June, 1901, leaving five sons and two daughters. Three of the sons are partners in the firm.