Tag: December 1871

North Devon Journal: Thursday 14th December 1871

Curious Gun Licence Case: Edmund Shaxton, a labourer, of Northam, was summoned for carrying a gun without a licence: James Squire, mason deposed that he saw defendant go on the land of Mr. Pynsent to shoot rabbits: Mr. F. Hill and Mr. Marsh, of the Inland Revenue stated that the defendant did not hold a gun licence. Mr. Smale, who appeared for the defendant, stated that his client was under the impression that he had a gun licence, which was held by Squire, the above witness. Mr. J. Penhorwood and Mr. J. Hughes both swore that the witness (Squire) showed a gun licence at the “King’s Head,” with Shaxton’s name on it. This, however, was denied by Squire. Mr. Smale submitted it was a case for a mitigated penalty. Mr. Marsh did not press for the costs, and defendant was mulcted £3 including costs.

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Referenced

GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887 (?)

North Devon Journal: Thursday 7th December 1871

Appledore: The Northam Local Board met in the National schoolroom, Appledore, on Saturday: The Rev. I. H. Gosset the chair. — The E. Reynolds moved that the resolution of October 7th respecting the appointment of a medical officer be rescinded. This was seconded by Mr. Pynsent and carried. — It was resolved, on the motion of Mr. Yeo, that ten guineas be offered to Dr. Pratt to take the office of medical officer for the parish of Northam for one year, commencing Christmas. — Mr. Darracott sent in his resignation, which was accepted. — The Chairman remarked that three great questions would soon come before the Board, viz., water supply, drainage outfall at Appledore, and scavenging Appledore and Northam. In fact, they were pledged to the Privy Council respecting these matters and could not avoid them.

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Referenced

GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887

Western Times: Saturday 30th December 1871

Torquay: The Annual Christmas Ball, at the Bath Saloon on Wednesday evening was well attended. The refreshments were supplied by Mr. Rolph, of the Victoria Parade. The arrangements were satisfactorily carried out by Mr. G. M. Tribe, the manager. Mr. Round’s Band played an excellent selection of music. Amongst those present were: … (long list includes) … Mr. Pynsent, Miss Florence Pynsent, Miss Jane Pynsent …

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References

GRO0308 Hennock: Florence Lombe Pynsent: 1847 – 1943
GRO0472 Hennock: Jane Augusta Pynsent: 1849 – 1902
GRO0835 Hennock: Thomas Pynsent: 1808 – 1887