Richmond Tavern 1940s

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Folkestone Herald 6-11-1948

Obituary

The death occurred on Wednesday of Mr. Thomas William Goldsmith, licensee of the Richmond Tavern, Margaret Street, Folkestone. He was 63.

Son of the late Mr. T.D. Goldsmith, he was well-known in the district as Captain of one of the old sail­ing colliers; he had held the licence of the Richmond for 14 years Mr. Goldsmith was an employee of the old Folkestone Motor Com­pany, and for 12 years was in the service of the East Kent Road Car Com­pany. He was known to many by his jovial manner and witty answers.

Although he had been unwell for over two years, he had been up and about until a fortnight ago. He leaves a widow.

The funeral will take place at Hawkinge on Monday (3.30).

Folkestone Herald 20-11-1948

Local News

Mrs. Amy Goldsmith was granted the licence of the Richmond Tavern, Margaret Street, Folkestone, at Folkestone Transfer Sessions on Wednesday. The licence was formerly held by her husband, the late Mr. T.D. Goldsmith.