Historic Prospectus on Bonds for Trade Expansion
The document outlines a scheme to raise funds for expanding a company’s trade. It proposes issuing bonds totaling 100,000 with 4 percent interest, secured by the company seal. 200 bonds worth 20,000 are marked A and dated for December 31 with maturity December 21, 1734. Remainder bonds to be issued as needed, with priority to retire existing bonds when due.