Description: 1898 Henry Steele & Son Freehold Property Auction Flyer, Burslem, St. John's SquareDescription:This is an original 1898 auction flyer from Henry Steele & Son for the sale of multiple freehold shops and dwelling houses in Burslem, Staffordshire. The auction was held on December 7, 1898, at the Leopard Hotel in Burslem and included properties located on St. John’s Square and Navigation Road. Each property listing details the layout and rental agreements, offering a fascinating glimpse into Victorian-era real estate and tenancy conditions.Background Information: Henry Steele & Son were prominent auctioneers in Burslem, Staffordshire, a town at the heart of England's pottery industry. This auction document provides a unique look into the types of properties in Burslem’s commercial and residential districts at the end of the 19th century, including descriptions of tenant occupations and lease agreements. These historical documents are prized by collectors for their insight into local history, architecture, and real estate practices of the era.List of Properties in Auction:Lot 1: Double-fronted shop and dwelling house at No. 8, St. John's Square, occupied by T.H. Pennington (trading as "The People's Tea Co."). This property includes a basement, ground-floor shop, store room, kitchen, and several upper-floor rooms, with a right of entry shared with No. 10. Rent: £52 per annum.Lot 2: Double-fronted shop and dwelling house at No. 10, St. John's Square, occupied by G.S. Pierpoint, a butcher. This property features a kitchen, scullery, cellars, and three bedrooms. Built in 1884, it has tiled shop floors and long-standing occupancy. Rent: £45 per annum.Lot 3: Double-fronted shop and dwelling house at No. 12, St. John's Square, known as “The Clock House,” occupied by James Boult. This property includes a large shop, kitchen, scullery, work room, and several bedrooms, as well as extensive cellaring with multiple exits. Rent: £42 per annum.Lot 4: Freehold dwelling house at No. 54, Navigation Road, occupied by Jos. Rogerson, a coal dealer. The property includes three bedrooms, a kitchen, scullery, yard, cellar, and facilities for housing livestock (three cows and a stable for two horses). Rent: £11 14s per annum.Lot 5: Freehold dwelling house at No. 56, Navigation Road, occupied by Mrs. Maria Bagguley. This property includes a front room, kitchen, and three bedrooms, with a frontage of 18 feet, 6 inches. Rent: £9 19s 4d per annum (including rates).Condition Report: This flyer is in excellent condition for its age, with minimal wear. There is a light fold line across the center, but no tears or significant staining. The text is crisp and fully legible, preserving its historical and collectible value.Shipping Information: Carefully packaged in a protective sleeve to ensure safe delivery. Shipped securely in a rigid mailer to prevent bending or damage during transit.
Price: 8.99 GBP
Location: Hastings
End Time: 2024-11-28T17:32:10.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.72 GBP
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Type: Ephemera
Era: Pre-1900
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
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