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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS | Royal Zoological Gardens Zoological Gardens Royal Zoological Gardens |
Mr Rinning Door Keeper Stat. Acct. [Statistical Account] 1845 Sign Board |
[Situation] About 12 chains NE [North East] of St. Mary's Church. This establishment was first commenced in 1838 by a few [individuals] who began a [collection] of living animals, an [association] was formed and the ground [] garden was procured. The [garden] is tastefully and [appropriately] laid out with the necessary [accomodation] for birds and [quadrupeds] and a good collection is [now] formed. The expenses are [defrayed] by the annual subscriptions [of] members and the donations [from the] public. The charge of [admission] to the garden is one shilling |
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