Newton Improvements: Local Government Board Inquiry Yesterday: Mr. W. O. E. Meade King, M.I.C.E., conducted an inquiry, on behalf of the Local Government board at Newton, yesterday morning, relative to the application of the Urban Council for an order whereby certain property of the District Council might be acquired for the improvement of Highweek Street. The population of the town is 12,518, assessable value £47,601, outstanding loans £17,505 and acreage 4,532. There was only a small attendance. Mr. H. G. Michelmore appeared on behalf of Mrs. Cox, the owner of 1 and 3, Highweek Street, and Mr. Edward Cox, junr, tenant of No. 1. Mr. Hutchings appeared for Mr. W. S. Pinsent, who is interested in other property there. … Mr. Hutchings pointed out the Mr. Pinsent had agreed in writing to give the land necessary to widen the street where the improvement began … (discussion) … John Johnson, a carpenter, in the employ of Messrs. Pinsent and Son, gave evidence proving rights-of-way. …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920