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Western Times: Saturday 2nd November 1861

Joint Annual Meeting of the South Devon and Newton Agricultural Societies: The joint meeting of the above-named societies took place at Torquay yesterday (Thursday). The south Devon Society, in respect to the extent and fertility of the district it occupies, the comprehensiveness of its operations and the influential support it receives, is the leading one of the County … (description of event) …  The Dinner was held in Moggridges’ Union Hotel. The assembly room in this hotel is the most spacious in the town, and was gaily decorated with flags, streamers, and evergreens. An excellent dinner was provided to which at least 200 sat down. The chair was taken by Lord Caurston, who looked extremely well. Amongst the company present were … (includes) … Mr. J. Pinsent …[see other issues on other dates] 

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Referenced

GRO0492 Hennock: John Pinsent: 1838 – 1916 (?)

Exeter and Plymouth Gazette: Friday 5th April 1861

Newton Abbot: Dispensary: On Tuesday afternoon the annual meeting of the subscribers and friends of the Dispensary took place in the Committee Rooms. Present: W. Creed, Esq. (chairman), Dr. Barham, Capt. Leslie, R.N., Rev. F. P. J. Hendy, Rev. F. S. Wall, Lieut. Lethbridge, R.N., Lieut. Sweeting, R.N., Messrs. J. Creed, E. Ford, E. C. Kent, etc.  — From the report presented by Mr. Kent, the hon. treasurer, it appeared that the receipts of the past year had been £78 15s 0d and the disbursements £53 19s. The Medical Report was presented by Dr. Barham. It stated that there had been 221 cases under care during the year, of which 87 had been cured, 109 relieved, 2 incurables, and 22 remaining on the books.  It was moved by Mr. Ford, and seconded by Dr. Barham, that the Earl of Devon be requested to continue president for the year ensuing; and that the Rev. F. S. Wall and Thomas Pinsent, Esq., Kingsteignton, be vice-presidents. The names of Mr. J. Vicary, Lieut. Lethbridge and Mr. John Pinsent were placed on the committee, to supply the vacancies of the three retiring members.  Mr. Roberts, of Wolborough, was appointed collector. A vote of thanks to the chairman brought the proceedings to a close. 

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Referenced

GRO0492 Hennock: John Pinsent: 1838 – 1916 (?)
GRO1036 Devonport: Thomas Pinsent: 1782 – 1872