83-Year Payment Plan

With the arrival of 2018, Henry Hepper can now finally stop making those monthly payments.

Detroit Free Press - Sep 29, 1935

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Posted By: Alex - Mon Jan 01, 2018
Category: Money | 1930s

Comments

This is a story that begs more information. Alas, I was unable to find more on Mr. Hepper and his payment plan. One thought I had; was there a requirement for the debt and payment be passed on to any heirs in the event of his death before final payment?

Posted by Steve E. on 01/02/18 at 06:19 PM

I guess they assumed we’d all be living on Jupiter by then.

Posted by Brian on 01/03/18 at 02:21 PM

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