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100	1		_aLewins, William
245	1	2	_aA History of Banks for Savings in Great Britain and Ireland
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2013
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2013-04-22
508			_aE-text prepared by Adrian Mastronardi, Carol Brown, The Philatelic Digital Library Project
520			_a"A History of Banks for Savings in Great Britain and Ireland" by William Lewins is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the origin, development, and significance of savings banks in the UK and Ireland, including a detailed review of governmental financial measures associated with the subject. It offers insight into how these institutions have influenced the social conditions of the working classes and encourages saving habits. The opening of the work establishes the author's intent to document the history of savings banks, which has been largely overlooked despite their impactful role in society. Lewins discusses early attempts to encourage frugality and saving among the poorer classes in England, highlighting various individuals and efforts, notably mentioning Mr. Gladstone's financial initiatives. The text suggests a thoughtful examination of the evolution of savings banks as a means for individuals, particularly the working class, to achieve financial stability and independence through prudent savings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSavings banks -- Great Britain
653			_aPostal savings banks -- Great Britain
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42583
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