Monday, July 15, 2013

Tolling in 1868

Working in the tolling software business, I found this interesting! McKinney Messenger. February 28, 1868, Vol. 13, No. 1. Jas. W. Thomas, Editor. Toll Bridge. Notice is hereby given to the citizens of Collin county, that the first year of my Bridge expires on the 1st day of January, 1868 and the Books will be open until the 1st day of February, for all persons who wish to take the privilege of the Bridge for 1868 [sic]. The following rates will be charged: For man & horse, by the year (specified)....50 For each wagon with horse or mule team.....$2.00 For each wagon with ox team...$2.00 Families, 50 cents for each member over ten years of age..... The money must be paid to Mr. John HOUSE at the bridge. [Signed] Jas. FARIS.

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