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_aRitchie, J. Ewing _q(James Ewing), _d1820-1898 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aFreehold Land Societies: Their History, Present Position, and Claims |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2010-06-14 | ||
| 508 | _aTranscribed from the 1853 William Tweedie pamphlet by David Price. Many thanks to Birmingham Central Library, England, for allowing their copy to be used for this transcription | ||
| 520 | _a"Freehold Land Societies: Their History, Present Position, and Claims" by J. Ewing Ritchie is a historical account written in the early 1850s. The book examines the emergence and development of Freehold Land Societies in Britain, emphasizing their role in enhancing the economic and political empowerment of the working and middle classes. It discusses how these societies provide affordable access to land ownership, thus allowing individuals to gain voting rights and contribute to social reform. The content of the book outlines the structure, functionality, and impact of Freehold Land Societies, initiated by influential figures like James Taylor. Ritchie articulates how these societies facilitate land acquisition by pooling resources among members, significantly decreasing individual costs associated with land purchases. Furthermore, he highlights the movement’s dual significance: as a financial investment for members and as a political mechanism for expanding the electorate and fostering social independence. Through statistical data and anecdotes, Ritchie details the growth and success of these societies, advocating for their wider acceptance and support as agents of positive change in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aSavings and loan associations -- Great Britain | ||
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