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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Wellington Provincial District]
Freeman, William
Freeman, William, Baker and Confectioner, Molesworth Street, Wellington. Amongst the noteworthy places in this locality, the establishment of Mr. Freeman deserves particular attention. The business was established in 1843, and has been conducted by the present proprietor since 1855. The surroundings of this particular part of Thorndon have undergone a great change during the rapid progress of the City of Wellington. At the time when Mr. Freeman started in business, the land immediately fronting his premises was used as a cricket-ground. Since then buildings have gone up in all directions. It is not surprising that such an old established business should be very considerable. Mr. Freeman claims to have the most extensive trade in his line of business in Thorndon. He has long supplied the residents of his district, and enjoys their confidence and support. The baking business is carried on under the personal management of Mr. Freeman. The quality of the goods may therefore be depended on. Mr. Freeman also keeps a large stock of choice confectionery from the factories of the most prominent firms of England, Scotland, and France. The subject of this notice arrived in New Zealand in 1855, in the ship “New Era,” from Gravesend, London, and took over the present business from Mr. Sutherland, who had previously occupied the premises during a period of twelve years. Anticipating a proportionate growth of the Empire City, Mr. Freeman expects that he will be able to extend his already considerable connection, and carry on business on a larger scale in the future. In building up his business, Mr. Freeman has not been aided by any patron, but his present success is mainly due to his own diligence and steady perseverance.