Newton Petty Session: … … Thomas Brealey, labourer, of Bovey pleaded not guilty to assaulting Laura Pinsent on Boxing night. — Prosecutrix stated that whilst talking to some neighbours, the defendant came along, caught her by the throat, rendering her senseless. — Defendant denied the assault, and said he accidentally ran against complainant in the dark. — A fine of 15s inclusive was imposed.
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GRO0565 Bristol: Laura Ann Pinsent: 1874 – 1940