The Representation of Devon: Mr. W. J. Harris, M. P., at Newton Abbot: On Friday a public meeting of the constituents of the Teignbridge Division was held in the Courtenay Street Hall, Newton Abbot, at which an address was delivered by Mr. W. J. Harris, M.P., the Conservative candidate for the Division: The gallery of the building was occupied by ladies, while the body of the hall was crowded, many being unable to gain admittance. Among those present were several prominent radicals of the town and neighbourhood, and during the course of the meeting there were frequent noisy interruptions … In the hall were present among a crowded audience … (list includes) … J. B. Pinsent … (continues with political speech) …
[Exeter and Plymouth Daily Gazette Daily Telegrams: Saturday 14th February 1885]
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GRO0517 Devonport: John Ball Pinsent: 1844 – 1890