Jumping off the snark-wagon for fairness's sake, the reader is occasionally given a good, chunky entry like: So, "Cutler's Arms" is in regards to cutler's arms and it's found.in places.
Some are more detailed, but only slightly:Ĭutlers Arms As the name suggests, this sign relates to the cutlery trade and is particularly associated with the Sheffield area, although also found elsewhere. Soooo, "Custom House" pubs are named after the custom house. I just wish some of the entries were a bit more detailed:Ĭustom House Found in many coastal towns, these are pubs that were formerly the local customs officer's headquarters. Just the same, it's thorough enough for the casualness of the topic. So, while enjoyable if you're interested in the topic, this is not going to be rollercoasters and fireworks for most. With an Introduction, Containing a Brief Epitome of the most Remarkable Transactions and Events Abroad, from the Creation: including the Connected line of time, the Succession of Patriarchs and Sovereigns by Thomas Prince has a book title been more precise!Ī dictionary of pub, inn and tavern signs is exactly what this book gives you. Gosnold in 1602, to the Arrival of Governor Belcher, in 1730.
Not since A Chronological History of New-England in the Form of Annals: Being a Summary and Exact Account of the Most Material Transactions and Occurences relating to this Country, in the Order of Time wherein they happened, from the Discovery by Capt. A Dictionary of Pub, Inn and Tavern Signs is a very precise and accurate title.
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