 | 1842 - 468 páginas
...realized greater results — trade and speculation might have realized ruin. The man who is dependant upon his daily exertions for the support of his family, must feel that the comfort of his own family is dependant for its continuance upon his continued existence. Existence no science can guarantee —... | |
 | Alfred Burt - 1849 - 238 páginas
...Trade and speculation might have realised greater results — trade and speculation might have realised ruin. The man who is dependent upon his daily exertions for the support of his own family, is dependent for its continuance upon his continued existence. Existence no society can... | |
 | Viz (pseud.) - 1884 - 314 páginas
...comprehended, than from any inaccuracy of its system; for all respectable offices have so arranged their tables of premiums, and based their advantages upon...continuance upon his continued existence. Existence itself no society can guarantee — life insurance guarantees its average objects. As society is formed,... | |
 | Jardine Henry - 1887 - 334 páginas
...trade and speculation might have realised greater results, trade and speculation might have realised ruin. The man who is dependent upon his daily exertions...continuance upon his continued existence. Existence no science can guarantee; Life Assurance guarantees its average objects. According as society is formed,... | |
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It is an agreement that those whose fortune it shall be to have more than average success, shall resign the overplus in favour of those who have less. The certainty is the only thing bargained for. Trade and speculation might have realized greater results... 