Author: Robert

Western Times: Friday 25th July 1873

Bideford: the Show: Opening of the Pier: The new pier was formally opened yesterday, and in connection with the event a horse, cattle and poultry show was held, and very largely patronized: … Horses: Galloways: Best Galloway for riding or driving, not exceeding 14 hands high, 1st, Mr. E. U. Vidal, Cornborough; 2nd, Mr. T. Pynsent, Northam; h.c. Mr. J. B. Torr, Bideford …

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GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887

Western Times: Friday 25th July 1873

Northam, Near Westward Ho! North Devon: TO be SOLD by Auction, next month, unless previously disposed of by private contract, lots to suit purchasers: The VILLA RESIDENCE “Lakenham House,” lately occupied by Mr. Percival Angelsmith, with the Stables, Coach-houses, and other Buildings, Gardens, &c. The VILLA RESIDENCE of “Hillsborough,” occupied by Mr. Pynsent, with the Stables, Coachhouses, and other Buildings, Gardens, &p. The FARM-HOUSE of “Tadworthy,” with the Buildings and Lands held therewith, by Mr. John Mill. The “WOODBINES,” with the Land occupied therewith, by Mr. William Ward. The FARM-HOUSE called “Commons,” with the Buildings and Lands occupied therewith, by Mr. Richard Spearman. “BURROWS PARK,” occupied by William Lilly and John Skinner, “PEBBLE RIDGE HOTEL,” near the Baths at Westward Ho with the Buildings thereto, lately occupied by Mr. John Stacey, now in hand. Also, various FIELDS and HILL LANDS (having stone quarries thereon) suitable for the erection of Villas, all situated near the above. For further particulars, and to treat, apply to Mr. James Stubbin, Solicitor, Birmingham, or to the Auctioneer. More detailed particulars of such the properties as may remain on hand for auction will appear in future papers. To view the properties, apply to Mr. Pynsent, Hillsborough, Westward Ho! to the Tenants on the Premises, or to Mr. Thomas Cook, Builder, Northam, Dated July 15th, 1873,

[see also North Devon Journal: Thursday 24th July 1873]

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GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887

North Devon Journal: Thursday 24th July 1873

NORTHAM: The Local Board met at the Vestry on the 14th July Present — T. Evans, Esq., chairman; Rev. I. H. Gosset, Messrs. J. Mill, H. Cawsey, J. Parkhouse, E. Williams J. Penhorwood, and E. Reynolds. — The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed. —Thomas Pynsent, Esq., lately a member of this Board having been absent for the last six months and up wards, a vacancy has been occasioned. — Moved by Mr. Gosset, and seconded by Mr. Williams, that Mr. Pynsent be re-elected to fill such vacancy. — Carried. Mr. Gosset reported that a meeting of the Westward Ho! ratepayers had been held, and that Mr. Molesworth, Mr. Pynsent, and Mr. Beer had been appointed the Committee on their behalf. — The Committee reported that a letter had been sent to Mr. Woodhouse asking information respecting the foundation of a Port Sanitary Authority, but no reply had been received to such letter. The subject was directed to stand over until the next meeting. — The Committee reported on the application of Mr. Gordon, to make certain alterations proposed to be made to the road at Orchard Hill. — Ordered that the common seal of the Board be affixed to the notice requiring the parties to connect their drains with the common sewer, and the clerk was authorised to sign notices on behalf of the Board. — The inspector’s report on Holywell was read. — Moved by Mr. Williams, and seconded by Mr. Gosset, that Messrs. Pynsent, Mill, an Cawsey be appointed a committee to meet the Surveyor to examine and report on the drainage for Lyall’a Lane through Castle-street, connecting with the main sewer at the bottom of the latter street, and also to consider the drainage from the proposed buildings to be erected by Mr. Phillpotts. — The same committee was also authorised to report on the drainage so as to prevent the same from percolating into the Holywell. Also, to inspect the matter complained of by Mr. Cobbledick and do what is necessary to abate the nuisance complained of. …

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GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887

Western Gazette: Friday 16th May 1873

Welcome Home to the Vicar and Mrs. Mules: This village was on Tuesday evening last the scene of extensive and somewhat unusual rejoicing. Our readers will remember that the Vicar, the Rev. C. M. S. Mules, was, on the 17th of April last, married to Mrs. King, of Westhall House, Folke, near Sherborne … (description of return to Curry Rivel) … The happy pair arrived at the Taunton Station, on their return from the honeymoon, on Tuesday afternoon and proceeded thence to Curry in an open carriage, drawn by a pair of grey horses, and supplied by Mr. Thorne of the Langport Arms, Hotel. They were met at Burton Pynsent by a large number of people, headed by the village Brass Band, the members of which had come forth from Curry for that purpose …

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North Devon Journal: Thursday 10th April 1873

Northam: Local Government Board: An ordinary fortnightly meeting was held in the Vestry room on Saturday last when the flowing members attended … (discussion of local issues, including) … A letter was read from Mr. John turner requesting the board to put the hedge between Bone Hill and Mr. Pynsent’s house into a proper state, which request was ordered to be complied with. …

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GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887

Western Gazette: Friday 16th May 1873

Welcome Home to the Vicar and Mrs. Mules: This village was on Tuesday evening last the scene of extensive and somewhat unusual rejoicing. Our readers will remember that the Vicar, the Rev. C. M. S. Mules, was, on the 17th of April last, married to Mrs. King, of Westhall House, Folke, near Sherborne … (description of return to Curry Rivel) … The happy pair arrived at the Taunton Station, on their return from the honeymoon, on Tuesday afternoon and proceeded thence to Curry in an open carriage, drawn by a pair of grey horses, and supplied by Mr. Thorne of the Langport Arms, Hotel. They were met at Burton Pynsent by a large number of people, headed by the village Brass Band, the members of which had come forth from Curry for that purpose …

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Bath Chronicle and Weekly Gazette: Thursday 6th March 1873

The Elder and the Younger Pitt: Their Connection with Bath: …. (long discussion) … Other records of the period inform us of the sincere respect which he retained to the last for his distinguished friend, one of the strongest proofs being that he left him £1,000 in his will. Soon afterwards, Mr. Pitt received a still more substantial token of regard from a Somersetshire baronet, Sir William Pynsent, who, having no children, bequeathed to him his estates at Burton Pynsent worth nearly £3,000 a year in admiration of his conduct. …  (continues) … In 1766, he spent some time in Bath, and he is stated in the newspapers of the day to have taken a house for seven years, but there is not race of renewed intercourse with his constituents. Having made a speech in the House of Commons on the Stamp Act he went to Burton Pynsent where he had formed large pans for the adornment of his estate. …. (long ongoing discussion of the two Pitts and of Burton Pynsent) … It might not be generally known that Burton Pynsent could be seen by travellers on the Bristol and Exeter Railway, close to Langport. The obelisk in the park there was not as people told them erected to Pitt; it was erected by Pitt in gratitude to Sir William Pynsent

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Norwich Mercury: Saturday 21st December 1872

The Treasurers of the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital begs to acknowledge, with thanks a donation of £4 4s from the Rev. F. A. Pynsent, and £1 an addition, on 10th November, to a previous collection at Thorpe Church.

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GRO0295 Hennock: Ferdinand Alfred Pynsent: 1822 – 1894

Western Times: Friday 8th November 1872

Northam Improvements: Another road improvement about to be carried out by public subscription. It is Edith Cross-lane, an occupation road, which now in a wretched condition, having never been repaired the parish. The distance by the road proposed set order being about cue-eighth of a mile less than by that through the village, the carrying out of the improvement may be regarded as a great convenience to persons proceeding to and from this place as well as to the residents of Northam and Westward Ho! It is to be coated, widened in certain places, and drained, and already Mr. Pynsent, who has taken the matter up, has received several subscriptions and promises of labour. Further assistance is, of course, required, and will doubt be forthcoming.

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GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887

Western Gazette: Friday 1st November 1872

Curry Rivel, Drayton, Langport and Huish Episcopi Agricultural Association: The 32nd annual meeting and ploughing match in connection with the above-named society was held on Tuesday. The ploughing took place in a d field known as the “Nineteen Acres,” in the occupation of Mr. C. Evered at Curry Rivel. …. Prize List: First Class: Champion Ploughmen: Four Competitors: £5, James Grinter, in the employ of Mr. Wm. Rowsell, Hambridge, £3, John Templeman, in the service of Mr. T. T. Cuff, Burton Pynsent …

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