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A History of the County of Essex
… paying extra for hair-cutting, laundry, medicines, and clothing. The overseer's bills include payments for rent, coal, bedding and clothing; for provisions for a wife while her husband was in … attended by 27 children, who received free schooling and clothing. 291 In 1862 it was amalgamated with a small private …
A Topographical Dictionary of England
… springs, and a small stream which falls into the Avon. The clothing-trade formerly flourished here, one house alone … in 1814 gave 1000 to found a free school, and 1000 for clothing women at Christmas. The sum of 17, being the … of 500 by John Gibbs in 1772, is appropriated to supplying clothing to six men; and Westbury is entitled every fourth …
A History of the County of Essex
… the parish. Some women worked as outworkers for Colchester clothing factories, and by 1871 at least 40 women worked in the clothing industry; a similar number worked as launderesses. …
A History of the County of Stafford
… income was £71 a year, and the trustees used it to provide clothing, food, and money. 74 The West Bromwich Corporation … In 1966 it was £520, and £420 was distributed in money, clothing, and other comforts. The area of benefit is that of …
A History of the County of Stafford
… that he would not come whilst the minister has the devil's clothing, meaning the surplice'. 52 In the later 18th century …
A History of the County of Middlesex
… 1879) left £300 stock for the purchase of food, fuel, or clothing. His widow administered the principal until her …