MR. NEWTON KING'S WAIWAKAIHO SALEYARDS. (Page 17.)

Taranaki Herald, Volume XL, Issue 9123, 2 July 1891, Page 17 (Supplement)

MR. NEWTON KING'S WAIWAKAIHO SALEYARDS. (Page 17.)

were then gently lowered into tho expectant arms of the gallant crew of the same boat. It speaks much for tho skill and courage of this surfboat crew, that during the many years of tho performance of this difficult and often dangerous landing service, only one fatal accident occurred. This landing process was completed by carts and light wagons, called expresses, being driven into the water for several yards, to convey the passen era and freight from the surfboat to dry land."

Perhaps no more gratifying evidence of the progress and prosperity of Taranaki can be instanced than in MrNewton King's business, which has grown with the place. Commencing in 1880 in a small way, Mr King, through his business capabilities, gradually gained the confidence of the public, till at last he has reached the commercial position he now occupies. Mr King as an auctioneer is not to be surpassed; he is a ready seller, with a quick eye for purchasers. His cattle sale days at the Waiwakaiho and Stratford have now become institutions, and buyers from all parts of the district visit them, knowing from the large number of animals penned that they are sure to get what they require. Sellers, too, are always ready to yard, for they know that purchasers are to be found at thjse places. Mr King also holds cattle sales at Ingle wood, Stony River, Hahotu, Wailara, Okato, and Oakura, which are always well attended. His auction room in town adjoins the bridge in Devon-street, New Plymouth, whilst his Horse Sale Yards are in Gume-street, near his wool sheds and butter factory. BELL BLOCK. About four miles from New Plymouth, on the Waitara Road, is Bell Block. It is the centre of a thriving district, which is