South Tyneside History
| Title | Under the Assized Rate Bread |
|---|---|
| Date | 1816 |
| Location/Venue | South Shields |
| Printer | J Paxton, Printer |
| Material | Paper |
| Size | 185mm x 220mm |
| Category | Welfare |
| Type | Notice |
| Reference Number | L3-51 |
| Further Information | A notice from the magistrates Robert Green and Nicholas Fairles, acting on behalf of the public, warning bakers and retailers against the further sale of bread that is under the required weight for the product. Previous under weight bread was seized and given to the poor as a warning that more severe penalties would be brought against future infringements. |
