29 September 2023 at 03:00
Mid-17th Century London, London bridge on the right. On September 29, 1650 Henry Robinson, a noted religious dissenter, philosopher, writer , merchant, and sometimes government official, opened the Office of Addresses and Encounters, a brand new and unusual business on Threadneedle Street in London . At the office, for a modest fee of sixpence individuals and businesses could record their addresses, what services they could offer, and list what needs they might have . Β The poor could use the service without charge. Β Employers could offer jobs, and seekers find them. Β Real estate including country houses was offered but lodgers could also find accommodations. Β Β Hard to find merchandise was matched with buyers. Β It is said that...