Parker, John Henry, Watchmaker, Jeweller, and Optician, Devon Street, New Plymouth. Bankers, Bank of New South Wales. Mr. Parker established his excellent business in the year 1880, in a two-storied building of wood and iron. The premises have a street frontage of about sixteen feet, and the shop is one of the most attractive in New Plymouth. An extensive well assorted stock of watches, jewellery, and other articles, mainly imported direct from the manufacturers, is always maintained. The interior of the shop is artistically fitted up, and the display of electro-plated goods adds greatly to the attractiveness of the establishment. The optical branch is personally superintended by Mr. Parker. Every kind of repairing work is undertaken, and the workshops, which are fitted up with all the latest mechanical appliances, are situated at the rear of the premises. Mr. Parker was born at Burnley, Lancashire, England, and after receiving his education, learned his trade with one of the leading jewellers of Halifax, Yorkshire, in which town he eventually started on his own account. Hearing there were good opportunities for business in New Plymouth, Mr. Parker decided to come to New Zealand, and arrived in New Plymouth in 1880. He established himself in business shortly after his arrival, page 115 and with energy and perseverance has succeeded in building up a fine connection. Mr. Parker is well known and esteemed by his fellow citizens.