This listing is for the photographed 1940 James Richardson & Sons Merchant Check. This check was written for $552.00 to be paid to Halifax Meal Mills, written on September 24th, 1940. Stamps indicate that the check was delivered first to the Canadian Bank of Commerce, Montreal on September 24, 1940; likely soon after the check was written by James Richardson & Sons. It was then delivered to the Royal Bank of Canada, Halifax, N.S., where it was signed and paid to Halifax Meal Mills on September 27th, 1940. "PAID" was stamped across the note, indicating the checks completion. The check was mailed with a 6 cent Excise/ Accise Canada Stamp, making this check an even rarer find. There are also not many artifacts circulating from the well-known James Richardson & Co, adding to the check's rarity. The date of this check, as it was issued during World War II, also makes this an extremely interesting piece of history. Overall, this check is a must have for anyone interested in Canadian history.
James Richardson & Sons, Ltd. was founded by James Richardson in 1857, soon becoming one of the most successful grain merchants in Canada. They established themselves in Montreal, Quebec, before they expanded internationally. The business is still in operation today, along with its multiple subsidiary businesses. Along with its booming agricultural success, James Richardson & Sons is also known for founding Canada's first commercial air carrier, Western Canada Airways (now part of Canada Airways). James Richardson died in 1939, one year before this check was issued, making this check an even more intriguing piece of Canadian history.
Halifax Meal Mills was a grain manufacturer that operated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in the early half of the 20th century. They likely delivered their goods to James Richardson & Sons, explaining the context of this check. Giving great insight into the transfer of payment between companies in different providences. Each stamp fixed on this check indicates its authenticity and the process through with these merchant checks were issued.
This rare merchant check from an internationally renowned company is a great piece of history, giving insight into Canada's economic history and context in the Second World War.
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1940 James Richardson & Sons Merchants Check - 6c Canada Excise Stamp - Canadian WWII Era Artifact - Montreal Canada Bank Issued Check 1940