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'File 10/30 Requests from foreigners for opening business in Bahrain' [‎7r] (15/101)

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The record is made up of 1 file (50 folios). It was created in 9 Sep 1945-22 Mar 1949. It was written in English. The original is part of the British Library: India Office The department of the British Government to which the Government of India reported between 1858 and 1947. The successor to the Court of Directors. Records and Private Papers Documents collected in a private capacity. .

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directors
henry risner
wm. h". twiddy
DEPARTMENT. ^ 1© C t T i Ca 1 .
REFERENCE;
REFERENCS- HB / JL/i - •
YOUR REFERENCE
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ESTABLISHED 1889.
BANK CHAMBERS,
329, HIGH HOLBOKN.
LONDON, W.C.I.
WOKKS : THAMES BANK HOUM. TUNNEL AVENUB. ».S.tO.
20th September, 1946.
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CHANCERY 6524-5-6.
TELEGRAMS.
VIVIFICO. PHONE. LONDON
CABLES:
VIVIFICO, LONDON.
CODES:
BENTLEY^ A. B.C. 5r«
ACME & PRIVATE.
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H.M.Trade Commissioner,
Manama,
BAHHEIN ISI/^UDS.
Dear Sir,
The incroasinc* number of encjuirios for our EXectricol household and
other appliances calls for a review in dealing with these satisfactorily*
Consequently, we are seriously considering appointing a sole agent for
a specified area, who could, on a part-time basis, handle these enquiries
efficiently on our behalf and at the same time promote new business locally.
In support of such an agency An office of the East India Company and, later, of the British Raj, headed by an agent. , we have in mind paying a small nominal
sum to help towards overhead expenses, pay cost of postage and cables sent
to us and grant a commission of 5^ on all sales* direct or indirect, subject
to such sales being properly completed and paid for.
We may need more than one agent in your territory as our range of
products covers different typ 0G of clients - lor oxamplo;-
Electric Fires, Irons, Kettles, Fans, Heating Pads, Immersion Heaters,
Toasters, Hair-Dryers, Large Hood Hair-Dryers, Permanent Hair W ving
Machines, Washine Machines, supplied to Stores, Hotels, Slectric Supply
Companies, Hairdressing and Beauty Parlours.
Perhaps your market Is limited so that one good agent can take care of
all the possible clientele. On the other hand, if possible and the area
is large, it is desirable to appoint one agent for a limited area and so
cover the ground adequately.
Appointment of an agent requires careful consideration. He must bo
^nest, hardworking, conscientious and have a well-established connection.
Before we decide on an appointment, we should like your recommendation
also a letter of application from the prospective agent, detailing his
qualifications, references and connections.
It would bo of considerable assistance if you could examine and assist
us in this matter. Please charge us for any expense involved.
Possibly you know wo represent 12 British Producers, employing several
thousand employees in numerous British factories. Although our order Book
is reasonably full, we anticipate increasing production and perhaps greater
foreign competition. Our policy is, therefore, based on long term trading
conditions, and we shall need to consolidate our specialities in your market
Wo might add that we are recoiving repoatod applications for agencies,
but are dubious of making any chance appointment, particularly as we have
already experienced a few disappointments through haphazard decisions.
Wo h^vo also plenty of literature to assist towards sale of our
products. Probably you may have soon our goods in your territory already.
Thanking you in anticipation.
We are,
Yours very truly.
all goods offered are without engagement unless otherwise stated P.T.O.

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The file includes requests to start up commercial operations in Bahrain from companies in Karachi, Bombay, Agra (all India), Tanganyika Territory (Tanzania), the United Kingdom, and Cyprus, and covers the following business areas: opticians, tailors, general goods, machinery, electrical and mechanical goods, boarding and lodging houses, wines and spirits produced in Cyprus, insurance, and accountancy.

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1 file (50 folios)
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