In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
TATTERSALLS
Etymology
From the name of a famous horse market in London, established in 1766 by Richard Tattersall, also used as the headquarters of credit betting on English horse races.
Noun
Tattersalls (plural Tattersalls)
(British) A rendezvous at most British racecourses, provided by a company of auctioneers
Noun
tattersalls
plural of tattersall
Source: Wiktionary
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