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A Topographical Dictionary of England
… large quantities are exported: sandstone, which is in general the substratum, is quarried for building purposes, …
A Topographical Dictionary of England
… which suddenly break into deep ravines. The houses are in general neat and well built, and by the removal of several of … ancient buildings, the streets have been widened, and the general appearance of the town improved. The inhabitants are … rates, to be paid off in twenty years, aided by a general subscription, and a grant of 500 from the …
A History of the County of Essex
… and weekly stipends of 6 s., the surplus to be used for general help to the poor. During her lifetime she selected …
A History of the County of Essex
… in exchange for herrings, and bulkier brigs for general trade. 6 Wivenhoe reached the peak of its fame for …
A Topographical Dictionary of England
… leading towards Shrewsbury. The houses are in general substantial, neatly built of brick, and many of them … 276 pasture, 223 wood, and 88 common. The soil consists in general of clay resting on chalk, alternated with heavy loam, …
Thoroton's History of Nottinghamshire
… were painted, I am informed, by La Guire. The rooms, in general, are on a grand scale, lofty and spacious. The …
A Topographical Dictionary of England
… with water; the atmosphere is highly salubrious, and the general appearance of the place neat and respectable. From …