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A History of the County of Oxford
… In 1768 only 4050 men and women, earning 8 s.9 s. a week, were said to be employed in the industry. 69 Apprentice … 2030 hands, journeymen earning between 15 s. and 2 gn. a week. 96 Competition from cheaper Birmingham and … multiplied in the previous decade from 2030 dozen pairs a week to 350400 dozen. Woodstock's speciality remained elegant …
A History of the County of Oxford
… and revels and morris dancing continued throughout Whit week. 29 Similar Whitsun ales or sports were held annually in …