WEDNESDAY 4th APRIL 1888

In Cheadle on Beer Business and collecting rents for dad.

With William (brother) measuring his ground opposite Tanner Smiths and making plan for new Fire Engine House. 3 hours.

Paid accounts today:
Machin 3/14/0
Payne 1/8/0 (horse and trap)
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Total: 5 pounds 2 shillings

Regarding Bell & Co, their letter to hand saying that we are to deduct 2 shillings and 6 pence per month for stamps. As to Commission, they cannot allow more than what they are already doing.

Notes:
1) According to my Edwardian and Great War Cheadle book, the Cheadle Fire Brigade was established in 1878. The fire engine consisted of a horse and cart with a manually-operated hose. It was situated next to the Alton Castle pub on Tape Street.