quarterage

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When the Governors issued an advertisement for a Writing Master in 1792 they gave the salary as £30 but "as much more can be made by quarterage."

From A History of Giggleswick School From its Foundation, 1499 to 1912 by Bell, Edward Allen

Is it possible that quarterage can mean taking boarders?

From A History of Giggleswick School From its Foundation, 1499 to 1912 by Bell, Edward Allen

Besides quarterage, there was an allowance for travelling and table expenses.

From The Story of My Life Being Reminiscences of Sixty Years' Public Service in Canada by Hodgins, J. George (John George)

He was so elated over this victory that he apparently forgave William on the spot for his Dives sermon, and handed him ten dollars on quarterage to indicate the return of his good will.

From A Circuit Rider's Wife by Harris, Corra

After being served with wafers and spiced wine, the masters went among the guests and gathered the quarterage.

From Old and New London Volume I by Thornbury, Walter