18 Nov 1865
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Newspaper
Weekly Chronicle
Location
London, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Date
Nov 18, 1865
Page
1
A long list of peers MPs bankers and officials support reducing the fire insurance tax to a uniform rate. The association notes progress in 1864 leading to a 1s6d rate for all insurances and credits Mr Gladstone for pursuing equality. If revenue recovers may guide future steps.
The Exchequer tax on fire insurance is urged to go from 6d to 3d and then to abolition. The association cites revenue recovery from partial reductions and calls for continued cuts to boost insured value. It lists co operating offices and municipal corporations across Britain and Ireland.
Four Ilmer and Son's Upholstery and J Cabinet Furniture show rooms located at Berners Street and Charles Street Oxford Street in London advertise spacious premises. They claim to be among the largest in the city with a wide variety of high quality furniture at moderate prices.
Elegant in design the Wheeler and Wilson lock stitch sewing machine is showcased in an ornate sales notice. The ad emphasizes quality workmanship and stylish appearance to attract buyers.
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