From the Kentish Gazette, 25 February 1846.

THOMAS TAYLOR, OF THE "WHITE LION," ST. GEORGE’S STREET, CANTERBURY,

BEGS to acquaint the Gentry and Trade of Canterbury and Vicinity, that he has, by the advice of his Friends, ENTERED INTO BUSINESS as RAILWAY CARRIER on his own account, and for that purpose has concluded an arrangement with Mr. MOORE, of the "NEW INN," OLD CHANGE, CITY, LONDON, and "TALBOT INN," BOROUGH, for the reception and delivery of all his Parcels. T. T. therefore respectfully and confidently appeals to his fellow-citizens for a share of their patronage; faithfully assuring them that every assiduity and attention will be paid by him, to the safe and speedy delivery of the Goods committed to his care.

The Scale of Prices for carriage to and from London, will be the same as contracted for by him with the Trade, viz.:—

Parcels not exceeding 14lbs ...... 0s 8d.

Ditto 15 - 28 lbs........ 0s 11d

Ditto 29 - 56 lbs......... 1s 2d

Canterbury Porterage included.

And all Parcels above that weight at the rate of Two Shillings per Cwt.

Be particular to order all London parcels to the "New Inn," Old Change, City, or "Talbot Inn," Borough, to prevent additional expense. Orders received, as usual, at the "White Lion," St. George’s Street, Canterbury.