The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Taranaki, Hawke's Bay & Wellington Provincial Districts]
“The Phoneries”
“The Phoneries” (J. McDonald, proprietor), Main Street West, Palmerston North. This business was established in the year 1907, and a large turnover is done in phonographs and Edison records. The premises consist of a shop and a large phonograph room, which is a popular musical resort. The business is rapidly increasing, and the proprietor keeps his stock of records thoroughly up-to-date by large and frequent importations.