Yes we have beaten this subject to death. Why would they need closets, they
had few clothes

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From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf
Of Laura Compagni-Sabella
Sent: Monday, February 13, 2006 7:42 AM
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Subject: Closets and Tax Laws

Dear List,
Does anyone know the details regarding 19th century property tax laws and
closets?  I'm trying to substantiate the historic house tale that people did
not build closets because they were taxed as rooms.  If true, can anyone
refer me to a source of the dates and details related to these laws?

Thanks for any insight that you may have!
Laura
Docent
Pell-Bartow Mansion Museum
Bronx, New York

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