James Hinks and Son: Mr. Joseph Hinks and Bad Trade: Mr. Joseph HInks presided on Monday at the thirteenth ordinary general meeting of the shareholders of this company, held at the works, Great Hampton Street, Birmingham. The directors’ report showed that net profits for the year ended March 31st amounted to £4,218 7s 10d. … … There had been bad trade in every direction, not only at home, but also abroad. The volume of business transacted had been fairly satisfactory, but the demand had been chiefly for goods of the cheapest possible kind … … Trade was so bad at the commencement of the years, and especially so in India, that the board decided that Mr. Harry Hinks should proceed to India to investigate the matter. … … The report and statement of accounts were adopted. Mr. Ross Pinsent was re-elected a director, and Messrs. Sharp, Parsons, and Co. were reappointed auditors of the company. ….
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GRO0009 Devonport: Adolphus Ross Pinsent: 1851 – 1929