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... and the merchandize which she is to bring back to Athens ; and as the duration
of the voyage is uncertain , some agree that their money shall not be payable till
the return of the vessel , while others , more timid , and contented with a less ...
... and the merchandize which she is to bring back to Athens ; and as the duration
of the voyage is uncertain , some agree that their money shall not be payable till
the return of the vessel , while others , more timid , and contented with a less ...
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The usury of which I have spoken is known by the name of maritime ; that called
landed is more oppressive , and no less variable . “ Those who , without risking
the dangers of the sea , wish to derive profit from their money , lend it to bankers
at ...
The usury of which I have spoken is known by the name of maritime ; that called
landed is more oppressive , and no less variable . “ Those who , without risking
the dangers of the sea , wish to derive profit from their money , lend it to bankers
at ...
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... and the merchandize which she is to bring back to Athens , and as the duration
of the voyage is uncertain , some agree that their money shall not be payable till
the return of the vessel , while others , more timid , and contented with a less ...
... and the merchandize which she is to bring back to Athens , and as the duration
of the voyage is uncertain , some agree that their money shall not be payable till
the return of the vessel , while others , more timid , and contented with a less ...
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... exceeding the number of six persons , in that part of Great Britain called
Englaud , to borrow , owe , or take up any sum or sums of money on their bills or
notes , payable at demand , or at a less time than six months from the borrowing
thereof ...
... exceeding the number of six persons , in that part of Great Britain called
Englaud , to borrow , owe , or take up any sum or sums of money on their bills or
notes , payable at demand , or at a less time than six months from the borrowing
thereof ...
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The rate of discount on foreign bills raised from four to five per cent . The discount
on both foreign and inland remained at five per cent . , until the year 1822 . 1775 .
Bankers were prohibited to issue notes of a less amount than 20s . ( 15 Geo .
The rate of discount on foreign bills raised from four to five per cent . The discount
on both foreign and inland remained at five per cent . , until the year 1822 . 1775 .
Bankers were prohibited to issue notes of a less amount than 20s . ( 15 Geo .
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