Election: … The election excitement at Newton on Wednesday affected the cattle coming to Newton Market, and two bullock (red and white ones, by the way) were entering the offices of Messrs. Pinsent at the Brewery, but were persuaded to return by Mr. T. D. King, who armed himself with a big ledger, Mr. Broadrick also aided in a supreme flanking movement. The animals ultimately got safely to market.
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GRO0518 Devonport: John Ball Pinsent: 1819 – 1901