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The Graphic: Saturday 11th January 1890

France and Newfoundland: When the Peace of Utrecht was signed in 17I3, England, with a careless good- nature which no other civilised Power has ever been known to display, conceded to France certain fishery privileges which she claimed on the coast of Newfoundland. With still more reprehensible good nature, the rights thus acquired have been suffered to continue, although the numerous wars in which the two countries have since been engaged have afforded excellent opportunities of getting rid of them. The consequence is that for nearly two centuries the French privileges have been a thorn in the flesh of the colonists. Having got an inch, the French proceeded to take an ell wherever they saw a chance of doing so, and although, according to the terms of the Treaty, they were strictly confined to the occupation of a particular strip of coast, and to the erection of such buildings as were necessary for the curing of fish, they have by degrees erected what is practically a French colony on British soil, and have interfered in various high-handed ways with the fishing operations of the Newfoundlanders, whose main source of livelihood arises from the capture and sale of fish. Recently, matters have assumed an acute stage, because of the development of a new industry which was non-existent at the date of the Treaty of Utrecht. Then, the value of Newfoundland lay in its cod-fisheries, but now lobster-tinning has become an important feature. The French claim the right to procure bait for the purpose of catching lobsters, and also of erecting weirs in lakes, and at the mouths of rivers, for prosecuting this enterprise. Mr. Justice Pinsent, of Newfoundland, denies that the Treaty gives them these rights; M. Spuller says it does; and the question will probably be warmly discussed between the Governments of the two countries. Now, as our statesmen rarely act with boldness when confronted with a big Power, we venture to warn them that it may be dangerous to say, “Is it worth while risking a war with France for the sake of a few lobsters?” If they argue thus, the Newfoundlanders may reply, “Very well, if you won’t protect us, we will transfer our allegiance to the United States, who will make short work of the French and their claims.” Thus we should lose our oldest colony; perhaps some bigger ones would follow suit. There has been a good deal of vague talk about imperial federation; let our Ministers show that they really believe in it by manfully supporting our colonists against foreign aggression.

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GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893

The Graphic: Saturday 11th January 1890

France and Newfoundland: When the Peace of Utrecht was signed in 1713, England, with a careless good nature which no other civilised Power has ever been known to display, conceded to France certain fishery privileges which she claimed on the coast of Newfoundland. With still more reprehensible good nature, the rights thus acquired have been suffered to continue, although the numerous wars in which the two countries have since been engaged have afforded excellent opportunities of getting rid of them. The consequence is that for nearly two centuries the French privileges have been a thorn in the flesh of the colonists. Having got an inch, the French proceeded to take an ell wherever they saw a chance of doing so, and although, according to the terms of the Treaty, they were strictly confined to the occupation of a particular strip of coast, and to the erection of such buildings as were necessary for the curing of fish, they have by degrees erected what is practically a French colony on British soil, and have interfered in various high-handed ways with the fishing operations of the Newfoundlanders, whose main source of livelihood arises from the capture and sale of fish. Recently, matters have assumed an acute stage, because of the development of a new industry which was non-existent at the date of the Treaty of Utrecht. Then, the value of Newfoundland lay in its cod-fisheries, but now lobster-tinning has become an important feature. The French claim the light to procure bait for the purpose of catching lobsters, and also of erecting weirs in lakes, and at the mouths of rivers, for prosecuting this enterprise. Mr. Justice Pinsent, of Newfoundland, denies that the Treaty gives them these rights. M. Spuller says it does and the question will probably be warmly discussed between the Governments of the two countries. Now, as our statesmen rarely act with boldness when confronted with a big Power, we venture to warn them that it may be dangerous to say, “Is it worth while risking a war with France for the sake of a few lobsters If they argue thus, the Newfoundlanders may reply, Very well, if you won’t protect us, we will transfer our allegiance to the United States, who will make short work of the French and their claims.” Thus if we should lose our oldest colony perhaps some bigger ones would follow suit. There has been a good deal of vague talk about the Imperial Federation letting our Ministers show that they really believe in it by manfully supporting our colonists against foreign aggression.

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GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893

Stratford upon Avon Herald: Friday 5th October 1906

Things in General: Newfoundland, our oldest and nearest colony has been for some time the Cinderella of the Colonial family. Yet it is a gem of a place, and ought to suit Englishmen and women right well. The soil is fertile and the climate good. There are the same crops and the same trees as in old England. Wheat, barley, rye. and oats flourish, and roses are as common as brambles. Mr. Justice Pinsent, of the Supreme Court, Newfoundland, some time ago bore witness that “as a salubrious, health-giving, and health-preserving climate, I will back that of Newfoundland against any in the world. … All ordinary fruits, flowers, and vegetables of the English garden thrive well.” Besides all this, Mr. Justice Pinsent testifies to the beauty of the scenery, of its hills and valleys, its lovely lakes and clear streams, its island studded bays, and splendid harbour. Its scenery, in fact, is very like that of Wales and of the Scottish Highlands. We all know what an abundance of fish lives in its deep bays and round its coasts. This delightful land is so near to our own island home. The passage is something under six days, and that is nothing nowadays. Newfoundland is the key to the St. Lawrence, and the headquarters of ocean telegraphy. It has been even said that “it is doubtful if the British empire could have risen to its great and superior rank among the nations of the earth if any other power had held possession of Newfoundland.” Now, is not the description of this land enough to make us pack up our Gladstone bags and be off? Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick are the places for English folk to settle. California is a mistake. You can grow fruit there. but you can get no price for what you grow. It is a baked-up region, arid and scorching, and is not such a comfortable country as those regions named above.

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GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893

Western Morning News: Friday 21st September 1923

A Mooreland Wedding: Pinsent – Brittan, at Sheepstor:

A large congregation witnessed the wedding yesterday afternoon of Miss Ethel Betty Brittan, elder daughter of Mr. Charles E. Britten, the well-known Dartmoor artist, and Mrs. Brittan, of Burrator House, Sheepstor, and Capt. Guy Homfray Pinsent, M.C., 1st Batt. the Loyal Regt., youngest son the late Sir Robert J. Pinsent, D.C.L., K.T., Judge of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland, and Lady Pinsent.

For a moorland wedding it was only apropos that the moorland flower-heather should have taken a prominent place in the floral setting. The church was decorated (with a profusion of the delicate flower and bracken; the bride had it in her bouquet, whilst the bridesmaids’ carried bunches of it tied with tulle of a similar shade.

Miss Brittan, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of ivory chiffon over satin, the train being of brocaded chiffon velvet satin. Her veil was old Brussels point lace, while roses figured with the white heather in her bouquet.

She was accompanied by five bridesmaids — Miss Mary Brittan (sister), Miss Molly Wimble (cousin) Miss Molly Lucas, Miss Sheila Murray, and Miss Enid Disney-Roebuck — and two small trainbearers — Miss Vivian Disney-Roebuck and Master Robert Pinsent (nephew of the bridegroom). The bridesmaids were, attired in heather coloured taffeta frocks shot with silver, silver lace berthas, with caps to match, and silver shoes and stockings. Their amber necklaces were gifts of the bridegroom.

Mrs. Brittan wore a gown of grey charmeuse trimmed with Paislev crepe-de-chine, while her blue velvet hat was adorned with ostrich feathers to match her gown. Mr. Charles Brittan, the bride’s brother, was “best man.”

The officiating clergyman was Rev. R. H. Lucas, vicar of Walkhampton and rural dean, assisted Rev. E. Hughes, vicar of Sheepstor, and Rev. C. L. Buckingham. About 120 guests attended the reception at Burrator House, and afterwards Capt. and Mrs. Pinsent left for London, Paris, and Rome for the honeymoon, Mrs. Pinsent travelling in brown gabardine suit and velvet hat trimmed with ostrich feathers. Her skunk furs were the gift of her husband.

A tea was held the parish room for the children of Sheepstor, and in the there was a dance.

Following is a list of the wedding presents: Bridegroom to bride, skunk fur; bride to bridegroom, silver-mounted hairbrushes; Mr. and Mrs. C. E, Brittan, picture; Mr. C. E. Brittan, silver wristwatch, Mrs. C. E. Brittan, silver cigarette box; Mr. C. E. Brittan jun., silver jam dish and spoon. Miss Mary Brittan, fountain pen; Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Brittan, travelling trunks and cheque; Miss Ethel Brittan, cheque; Dr. H. C. Wimble, cheque; Mrs. Wimble, silver-fitted morocco dressing case and cheque; Miss Wimble, six sets hand-made lingerie; Mr. and Mrs. F. W. H. Pinsent, revolving soup tureen; Miss Pinsent, entree dish; Mr. R. B. Pynsent, dining-room clock; Miss Pinsent, silver button-hooks and shoelift; officers the 1st Batt., The Loyal Regt., autographed silver salver. Mr. Gerald Ackermann, R. I., picture; Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Babb, silver bon-bon dish; Com. and Mrs. Badcock, table mats; Dr. Bailey, Silver tea-spoons; Mrs. Barrett, dressing jacket; Mrs. E. L. Bateman and family, cheque ; Miss Bayly, silver pepper pots; Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Beedell, entree dash; Rev. and Mrs. H. Breton, writing case; Com. and Mrs. A. Brown, silver candlesticks; Mr. and Mrs. J. Brown, the Misses Brown, and Mr. W. Brown, suede bag; Rev. and Mrs. C. Buckingham, amber necklace; Mr. C. Burney-Brown, cheque; Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Bygrave, Honiton lace scarf; Mrs. Beck, silver button-hook, shoehorn, and “Everhot” water bottle; Miss L. Bickford, silver napkin ring. Mr. and Mrs. Dixin Caruthers, Pewter and enamel brooch; Miss Phyllis Castle, butter, biscuit, and cheese dish; Rev. and Mrs. C. G. Chamberlen, silver napkin ring; Col. and Mrs. Clark, duchesse point handkerchief; Mr. and Mrs. E. Cleverton, silver photograph frame; Mr. and Mrs. Clotworthy and Mr. J. Clotworthy, china bowl; Mr. W. Clotworthy and Miss Clotworthy, vase; Mrs. Mortimer Collier, silver puff bowl; Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Coppin, traveling clock; Mrs. Cowtan, needle case; Dr. and Mrs. G. Crump, wooden fruit bowl. Mr. and Mrs. J. Dark, silver napkin rings; Mr. and Mrs C. Dawson, Maj. Dawson, and Miss Dawson, pearl and ruby brooch; Mrs. Devitte, silver napkin rings; Dr. and Mrs. Doble, silver candlesticks. Dr. and Mrs. Eden, antique salt cellars; Hon. Mrs. Eden, cream jug; “Elizabeth,” silver hatpin stand; Mr. G. K. Eden and Miss Eden silver teaspoons and sugar tongs, Mr. F. R. Eden, silver ash tray; Miss Faull, silver bon-bon dishes; Miss Fisher, handkerchiefs; the Misses Francis, cut-glass decanters; Mr. and Mrs. A. Fullalove, en-tout-cas bag; Mrs. and Miss Fuller, boudoir cap. Mr. and Mrs. Gaden, silver inkpot; Captain and Mrs. F. Gerty, silver cruets; Mr. Mrs. T. R. Gill, travelling clock; Major-General and Mrs. Gordon, dressing table mats and cushion cover; Miss Dorothy Goring, thermos flask; Mr. B. Gotch, picture. Dr. and Mrs. Hall and family, cheque; Rev. and Mrs. E. Hughes and the Misses Hughes, leather blotter; Hiss Hunt, silver shoe buckles. Mrs. M. I. G. Jenkins, silver photo frame; Captain Jones and the Misses Jones, silver teaspoons; Rev. and Mrs. B. Jones, photograph frame. Captain and Mrs. Kenny, Morocco blotter; Commander and Mrs. Kimber, silver photo frames. Miss Lamb, scent bottle; Mrs. Liddell, camisoles; Miss Loat, silver matchbox; Sir Henry and Lady Albertha Lopes, en-tout-cas; Miss Lopes and Miss Constance Lopes, photo frame; Mr. Charles Lucas, book; from all at Walkhampton Vicarage, silver tea tray. Eng.-Lt. Commander and Mrs. R. A. C. Mitchell Stanley, thermos flask; Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Morgan, table mats; Dr. and Mrs. Conway Morgan, morning tea set; the Misses Morris, handkerchiefs; Miss Morrish, Indian brass table; Mr. and Mrs. Murray and Miss Murray, silver coffee spoons; the Honourable and Mrs. Nicholson, blue enamel travelling clock. Mr. and Mrs. Mackworth Parker, silver salt cellars; Captain and Mrs. E. M. C. Parker, spirit iron; Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Parsons, necklace; Mr. T. Pearce, brass bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Phillips, beaten brass salver; Miss Picot, Morocco purse; Mrs. Pipon, travelling rug; Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Pitts, cheque; Miss Pitts, silver vase; Sir William and Lady Prynne, beaten brass tray. Miss A C. Raymond, pottery; Dr. and Mrs. Revell, gold safety pin set with opals; Mr. E. Scott Rodd, silver photo frame; Mr. Erick Roe, cheque; Mrs. Roe, cheque; Major and Mrs. Disney Roebuck, silver candlesticks; Miss Enid Disney Roebuck, hand-worked nightdress sachet; Miss Vivian Disney Roebuck, Maltese lace square; Dr. Rogers, silver tea infuser; Mrs. Rolston and Mr. A. Rolston, toast rack; Mr. and Mrs. Roskruge, picture; Mr. and Mrs. Rowe, lace table mats. Miss Sansom, Venetian bracelet; Mrs. Soleater, silk dress; Mr. and Mrs. G. Shellabear, silver bon-bon dishes; Mr. and Mrs. George Shillibeer, Wedgwood sugar sifter; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shillibeer, silver photo frame; Mr. and Mrs. Shilston, Miss Shilston, and Mr. W. Shilston, silver photo frame; Mr. and Mrs. B. Shilston, cushion; Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Shilston, afternoon teacloth; Miss J. Shilston, afternoon teacloth; Mrs. S. Shilston boudoir caps; Miss Maude Shilston, table centre; Mrs. Feather Smith, lace handkerchief; the Misses Smith, Georgian fish slice; Mrs. Alick Solfau, afternoon teacloth; Mr. and Mrs. Spearing, suede attache case; Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Sperling, en-tout-cas; Miss M. Stephens, coat hangers; Mr. and Mrs. Strachan. address book. Miss Teglio, silver napkin rings; Dr. and Mrs. Tutton, marmalade pot; Mr. John Tutton, silver tea knives; the Misses Mary, Patty, and Cicely Tutton, blue enamel clasp. Miss Doris Verrieres, white doeskin gloves. Miss Agnes Walker, gold chain and amethyst pendant; Miss Webb, hand-painted candle shades; Captain Whiteford, R.F.A., pair of whiskey decanters; Captain and Mrs. Whitmarsh suede handbag; Mr. and Mrs. David Williamson silk bag; Dr. and Mrs. Willington, jewel case; Miss Wills, silver tea knives; Mrs. Picot and the Misses Wimble, silver sugar bowl.

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Referenced

GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO1155 Hennock: Ethel Betty Brittan: 1899- 1986
GRO0322 Hennock: Francis Wingfield Homfray Pinsent: 1875 – 1948
GRO0380 Hennock: Guy Homfray Pinsent: 1889 – 1972
GRO0473 Hennock: Janet Frances Cowtan: 1878 – 1938
GRO0744 Hennock: Robert Burton Pynsent: 1869 – 1953
GRO0749 Hennock: Robert John Francis Homfray Pinsent: 1916 – 1987
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893 
GROxxxx Hennock

Western Morning News: Friday 21st September 1923

Marriages: Pinsent – Brittan: On September 20th, at Sheepstor Parish Church, the Rev. R. H. Lucas, B.A., vicar of Walkhampton, assisted by Rev. E. Hughes, vicar of the parish, and the Rev. C. L. Buckingham, M.A., Captain Guy Hormfray Pinsent, M.C., 1st Batt. The Loyal Regiment, youngest son of the late Sir Robert John Pinsent, D.C.L., K.T., Judge of the Supreme Court Newfoundland, and Lady Pinsent, to Ethel Betty Brittan, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Brittan, of Burrator House, Sheepstor.

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GRO1155 Hennock: Ethel Betty Brittan: 1899- 1986
GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO0380 Hennock: Guy Homfray Pinsent: 1889 – 1972
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893 

Western Morning News: Friday 21st September 1923

Pinsent – Brittan, At Sheepstor: A congregation witnessed the wedding yesterday afternoon of Miss Ethel Betty Brittan, elder daughter of Mr. Charles E. Britten, the well-known Dartmoor artist, and Mrs. Brittan, of Burrator House, Sheepstor, and Capt. Guy Homfray Pinsent, M.C., Ist Batt. the Loyal Regt., youngest son the late Sir Robert J. Pinsent, D.C.L., K.T., Judge of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland, and Lady Pinsent. For a moorland wedding it was only apropos the moorland flower-heather should have taken a prominent place in the floral setting. The church was decorated with a profusion of the delicate flower and bracken; the bride had it in her bouquet, whilst the bride’s maids carried bunches of it tied with tulle of a similar shade. Miss Brittan, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of ivory chiffon over satin, the train being of brocaded chiffon velvet satin. Her veil was old Brussels point lace, while roses figured with the white heather of her bouquet. She was accompanied by five bridesmaids — Miss Mary Brittan (sister), Miss Molly Wimble (cousin), Miss Molly Lucas, Miss Sheila Murray, and Miss Enid Disney-roebuck — and two small train bearers — Miss – Vivian Disney-Roebuck and Master Robert Pinsent (nephew of the bridegroom). The bridesmaids were attired in heather coloured taffeta frocks shot with silver, silver lace berthas, with caps to match, and silver shoes and stockings. Their amber necklaces were the gift of the bridegroom. Mrs. Brittan wore a gown of grey charmeuse trimmed with Paisley crepe-de-chine, while her blue velvet hat was adorned with ostrich feathers to match her gown. Mr. Charles Brittan, the bride’s brother, was best man. The officiating clergyman was Rev. R. H. Lucas, vicar of Walkhampton and rural dean, assisted Rev. E. Hughes, vicar of Sheepstor, and Rev. C. L. Buckingham. About 120 guests attended the reception at House, and afterwards Capt. and Mrs. Pinsent left for London, Paris, and Rome for the honeymoon, Mrs. Pinsent travelling in a brown gabardine suit and velvet hat trimmed with ostrich feathers. Her skunk furs were the gift of her husband. A tea was held in the parish room for the children of Sheepstor, and in the evening there was a dance.

Following is a list of the wedding presents: Bridegroom to bride, skunk fur; bride to bridegroom, silver mounted hair brushes; Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Brittan, picture; Mr. C. E. Brittan, silver wrist watch, Mrs. C. E. Brittan, silver cigarette box; Mr. C. E. Brittan, jun. silver jam dish and spoon, Miss Mary Brittan, fountain pen; Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Brittan, travelling trunks and cheque; Miss Ethel Brittan, cheque, D. C. Wimble, cheque, Mrs. Wimble, Silver fitted morocco dressing case and cheque; Miss Wimble, six sets hand-made lingerie; Mr. and Mrs.  F. W. H. Pinsent, revolving soup tureen; Miss Pinsent, entree dish; Mr. R. B. Pynsent, dining-room clock; Miss Pynsent, silver buttonhooks, and shoe-lifter; officers of the 1st Batt., The Loyal Regt., autographed silver salver. Mr. Gerald Ackermann, R. I., picture; Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Babb, silver bon-bon dish; Com. and Mrs. Badcock, table mats; Dr. Bailey, Silver teaspoons; Mrs. Barrett, dressing jacket; Mrs. E. L. Bateman and family, cheque; Miss Bayly, silver pepper pots; Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Beedell, entree dish; Rev. and Mrs. H. Breton, writing case; Com. and Mrs. A. Brown, silver candlesticks; Mr. and Mrs. J. Brown, the Misses Brown, and Mr. W. Brown, suede bag; Rev. and Mrs. C. Buckingham, amber necklace; Mr. C. Burney-Brown, cheque; Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Bygrave, Honiton lace scarf; Mrs. Beck, silver button-hook, shoehorn, and “Everhot” water bottle; Miss L. Bickford, silver napkin ring. Mr. and Mrs. Dixin Caruthers, Pewter and enamel brooch; Miss Phyllis Castle, butter, biscuit, and cheese dish; Rev. and Mrs. C. G. Chamberlen, silver napkin ring; Col. and Mrs. Clark, duchesse point handkerchief; Mr. and Mrs. E. Cleverton, silver photograph frame; Mr. and Mrs. Clotworthy and Mr. J. Clotworthy, china bowl; Mr. W. Clotwothy and Miss Clotworthy, vase; Mrs Mortimer Collier, silver puff bowl; Mr. and Mrs. K. S. Coppin, travelling clock; Mrs. Cowtan, needle case; Dr. and Mrs. G. Crump, wooden fruit bowl. Mr and Mrs J. Dark, silver napkin rings; and Mrs. C. Dawson, Maj. Dawson, and Miss Dawson, pearl, and ruby broach; Mrs. Devitte, silver napkin rings; Dr. and Mrs. Doble, silver candlesticks.  Dr. and Mrs. Eden, antique salt cellars; Hon. Mrs. Eden, cream jug; “Elizabeth,” silver hatpin stand; Mr. G. K. Eden and Miss Eden silver teaspoons and sugar tongs, Mr. F. R. Eden, silver ash tray; Miss Faull, silver bon-bon dishes; Miss Fisher, handkerchiefs; the Misses Francis, cut-glass decanters; Mr. and Mrs. A. Fullalove, en-tout-cas bag; Mrs. and Miss Fuller, boudoir cap, Mr. and Mrs. Gaden, silver inkpot; Captain and Mrs. F. Gerty, silver cruets; Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Gill, travelling clock; Major-General and Mrs. Gordon, dressing table mats and cushion cover; Miss Dorothy Goring, thermos flask; Mr. B. Gotch, picture. Dr. and Mrs. Hall and family, cheque; Rev. and Mrs. E. Hughes and the Misses Hughes, leather blotter; Hiss Hunt, silver shoe buckles. Mrs. M. I. G. Jenkins, silver photo frame; Captain Jones and the Misses Jones, silver teaspoons; Rev. and Mrs. B. Jones, photograph frame.  Captain and Mrs. Kenny, Morocco blotter; Commander and Mrs. Kimber, silver photo frames, Miss Lamb, scent bottle; Mrs. Liddell, camisoles; Miss Loat, silver matchbox; Sir Henry and Lady Albertha Lopes, en-tout-cas; Miss Lopes and Miss Constance Lopes, photo frame; Mr. Charles Lopes, book; from all at Walkhampton Vicarage, silver tea-tray. Eng. Lt.-Commander and Mrs. R. A. C. Mitchell Stanley, thermos flask; Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Morgan, table mats; Dr. and Miss Conway Morgan, morning tea-set; the Misses Morris, handkerchiefs; Miss Morrish, Indian brass table; Mr. and Mrs. Murray and Miss Murray, silver coffee spoons; the Honourable and Mrs. Nicholson, blue enamel travelling clock. Mr. and Mrs. Mackworth Parker, silver salt cellars; Captain and Mrs. E. M. C. Parker, spirit iron; Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Parsons, amber necklace; Mr. T. Pearce, brass bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Phillips, beaten brass salver; Miss Picot, Morocco purse; Mrs. Pipon, travelling rug, Mrs. and Mrs. S. T. Pitts, cheque; Miss Pitts, silver vase, Sir William and Lady Pynne, beaten brass tray. Miss A C. Raymond, pottery vase; Dr. and Mrs. Reynell, gold safety pin set with opals; Mr. E. Scott Rodd, silver photo frame; Mr. Erick Roe, cheque; Mrs. Roe, cheque; Major and Mrs. Disney Roebuck, silver candlesticks; Miss Enid Disney Roebuck, hand-worked nightdress sachet; Miss Vivian Disney Roebuck, Maltese lace square; Dr. Rogers, silver tea diffuser; Mrs. Rolston and Mr. A. Rolston, toast rack; Mr. and Miss. Roskruge, picture; Mr. and Mrs. Rowe, table mats. Miss Sansom, Venetian bracelet; Mrs. Soleater, silk dress; Mr. and Mrs. G. Shellabear, silver bon-bon dashes; Mr. and Mrs. George Shillibeer, Wedgwood sugar sifter; Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shillibeer, silver photo frame; Mr. and Mrs. Shilston, Miss Shilston, and Mr. W. Shilston, silver photo frame; Mr. and Mrs. B. Shilston, cushion; Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Shilston, afternoon teacloth; Miss J. Shilston, afternoon teacloth; Mrs. S. Shilston boudoir caps; Miss Maude Shilston, table centre; Mrs. Feather Smith, lace handkerchief; the Misses Smith, Georgian fish slice; Mrs. Alick Soltau, afternoon teacloth; Mr. and Mrs. Spearing, suede attache case; Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Sperling, en-tout-cas; Miss M. Stephens, coat hangers; Mr. and Mrs. Strachan, address book.  Miss Teglio, silver napkin rings; Dr. and Mrs. Tutton, marmalade pot; Mr. John Tutton, silver tea knives; the Misses Mary, Patty, and Cicely, Tutton, blue enamel clasp. Miss Doris Verrieres, white doeskin gloves. Miss Agnes Walker, gold chain and amethyst pendant; Miss Webb, hand-painted candle shades; Captain Whiteford, R.F.A., pair of whisker decanters; Captain and Mrs. Whitmarsh, suede handbag; Mr. and Mrs. David Williamson, silk bag; Dr. and Mrs. Willington, jewel case; Miss Wills, silver tea knives; Mrs. Picot and the Misses Wimble, silver sugar bowl.

Transcribed in whole or part from scanned originals: Presented with or without modified text and punctuation. For absolute accuracy refer to the original newspapers. Source: The British Newspaper Archive

Referenced

GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO1155 Hennock: Ethel Betty Brittan: 1899- 1986
GRO0322 Hennock: Francis Wingfield Homfray Pinsent: 1875 – 1948
GRO0380 Hennock: Guy Homfray Pinsent: 1889 – 1972
GRO0473 Hennock: Janet Frances Cowtan: 1878 – 1938
GRO0744 Hennock: Robert Burton Pynsent: 1869 – 1953
GRO0749 Hennock: Robert John Francis Homfray Pinsent: 1916 – 1987
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893 
GROxxxx Hennock

Western Morning News: Thursday 13th July 1922

Devon Wills: … Dame Emily Hetty Sabine Pinsent of Higherfield Horrabridge, formerly of Hillsborough, Horrabridge, widow of Sir Robert John Pinsent left unsettled property in her own disposition of the gross value of £664 9s2d, with net personalty of £647 12s 8d.

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Referenced

GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893 

Western Morning News: Tuesday 9th May 1922

Death: Pinsent: On the 7th May, at Higherfield, Horrabridge, Devon, Emily Hetty Sabine Pinsent, widow of the late Sir Robert John Pinsent, D.C.L., judge of the Supreme Court, Newfoundland: Funeral at St. John’s Horrabridge at ten a.m. Wednesday.

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GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893 

Western Morning News: Saturday 4th March 1922

The engagement is announced of Lieutenant Guy H. Pinsent, M.C., of the Loyal Regiment, youngest son of the late Sir Robert John Pinsent, D.C.L., Judge of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland, and of Lady Pinsent, Higherfield, Horrabridge, Devon, to Betty, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Charles E. Brittan, of Burrator House, Sheepstor, Horrabridge. …

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Referenced

GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO1155 Hennock: Ethel Betty Brittan: 1899- 1986
GRO0380 Hennock: Guy Homfray Pinsent: 1889 – 1972
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893 

Clifton Society: Thursday 27th April 1911

Marriages: April 21st, at St. Mary Abbot’s, Kensington, by the Rev. H. Elrington, Vicar of Saling, Essex, and the Rev. F. C. Jagg, Francis Wingfield Homfray, son of the late Hon. Sir. Robert John Pinsent, of Newfoundland, and of Lady Pinsent, of Kensington Park Road, to Janet Frances, eldest daughter of Frank Cowtan, of 4 Aubrey Road, Campden Hill W.

[see also London Daily News: Tuesday 25th April 1911]

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GRO0254 Hennock: Emily Hetty Sabine Homfray: 1845 – 1922
GRO0322 Hennock: Francis Wingfield Homfray Pinsent: 1875 – 1948
GRO0473 Hennock: Janet Frances Cowtan: 1878 – 1938
GRO0747 Hennock: Robert John Pinsent: 1834 – 1893