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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]

Caselberg and Stephens

Caselberg and Stephens (Eli Caselberg and — Stephens), General Storekeepers, Mangaweka. Established in 1890, when the site of the settlement was all standing bush, and the only means of communication was by a back-track to Hunterville, Mr. Caselberg first used a tent as a store. Three years later, when trade had developed considerably, Mr. Stephens joined the business, and soon afterwards a commodious store was erected. This was unfortunately demolished by fire, the firm being heavy losers. Undaunted, they speedily rebuilt, and the illustration will give some idea of the convenient promises now occupied by them. The founder of the firm, and the pioneer of the township, Mr. Caselberg was born in Bristol, in 1856, and was educated and learned the clothing trade in Wales. Landing in the Colony in 1874, after engaging in various pursuits he came to Mangaweka, as above described.

Messes. Caselberg and Stephens' Store, Mangaweka.

Messes. Caselberg and Stephens' Store, Mangaweka.