Musical Education in Newbury: Distribution of Trinity College Certificates: An interesting little gathering took place on Friday afternoon in the Parish Room, Newbury, the occasion being the distribution of the awards gained by students of the Newbury Centre, and it was more interesting because of the visit of Dr. Turpin, Warden of Trinity College, who is a leading man in musical circles and an enthusiast in promotion of culture in this particular art. … Secretary’s Report: Miss Staples read the following report: … (includes) … The highest marks were gained by two candidates in the preparatory division, Theodora Reeve-Smith, aged 6, and Gilbert S. Pinsent, aged 12, tying with 88 marks each; the prize had consequently to be divided between them in accordance with the roles in the local prize regulations. … … December Examination: … Pianoforte Playing … Preparatory Division: Gilbert S. Pinsent (pupil of Miss Johnson) and Theodora Reeve Smith, 88, especially commended, and prize divided between these two candidates.
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GRO0370 Hennock: Gilbert Soudon Pinsent: 1889 – xxxx