Anthan Francis Berry
After leaving school he studied under Dr R M. Stimpson who had a high opinion of the young student. He passed his examination and qualification as a dispenser in March 1905 after two and a half years. In June that year he started business at Albert Town, Trelawny. Later he removed to St. Elizabeth, and in October, 1906 opened up the People’s Dispensary at Balaclava. There he built up a fine trade in drugs and groceries based on his sterling business ability and unfailing courtesy. He later opened a branch at Santa Cruz where there was great need of a Dispensary. |
Mr. Berry was always interested in books, particularly histories, and was an ardent newspaper reader. His interest in public affairs was strong and keen. He had strong opinions on the need to sell Crown Lands and raise the minimum wage in order to encourage agriculture and reduce the numbers of young Jamaicans emigrating to find work abroad.
He also had strong views on the legal status of druggists which he felt was not adequately protected by the existing laws. He strongly advocated the formation of a Druggists Association.
He also had strong views on the legal status of druggists which he felt was not adequately protected by the existing laws. He strongly advocated the formation of a Druggists Association.