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October 3, 1922
The Herald And News
Newberry, Newberry County, South Carolina
What is this article about?
Archaeological discoveries at the fifteenth-century 'Ye Olde Griffin' hotel in Amersham, England, uncovered a Georgian fireplace, 1658 coins, and a hiding recess from political persecutions 200 years ago.
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Dates From Fifteenth Century.
Interesting discoveries have been made at "Ye Olde Griffin" hotel, Amersham, England, a coaching house dating back to the Fifteenth century. The digging out of a leaking water pipe has brought to light a perfect example of an early Georgian fireplace. It has wide seats on either side and an immense hearthstone in the center, with an old-fashioned spit above it. On the hearth were some old coins, one with the date 1658. High up in the chimney is a recess which tradition says was used as a hiding place during the political persecutions of two hundred years ago. Montreal Family Herald.
Interesting discoveries have been made at "Ye Olde Griffin" hotel, Amersham, England, a coaching house dating back to the Fifteenth century. The digging out of a leaking water pipe has brought to light a perfect example of an early Georgian fireplace. It has wide seats on either side and an immense hearthstone in the center, with an old-fashioned spit above it. On the hearth were some old coins, one with the date 1658. High up in the chimney is a recess which tradition says was used as a hiding place during the political persecutions of two hundred years ago. Montreal Family Herald.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Exploration
What keywords are associated?
Historical Discovery
Georgian Fireplace
Old Coins
Hiding Place
Coaching House
Where did it happen?
"Ye Olde Griffin" Hotel, Amersham, England
Story Details
Location
"Ye Olde Griffin" Hotel, Amersham, England
Event Date
Fifteenth Century; 1658; Two Hundred Years Ago
Story Details
Digging for a leaking water pipe at a fifteenth-century coaching house revealed an early Georgian fireplace with seats, hearthstone, spit, old coins including one from 1658, and a chimney recess used as a hiding place during political persecutions two hundred years ago.