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The new School Board for Highweek is constituted as before … includes … Mr. William Vicary, merchant, nominated by Mr. W. M. Pinsent (sic) and seconded by Mr. Olver. …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
The Chief Constable wrote stating that there would be no extra police available on June 26th but if the Council would erect a barrier to stop vehicular traffic across Bank Street the police would do all they could to assist: Laying the Foundation Stone: Mr. R. D. Manuel, secretary of the Coronation Procession Committee, wrote with reference to the laying of the foundation stone where the Free Library and Technical College is to be built … It was requested that the traffic should be stopped from twelve until two o’clock from the Drum Clock to Highweek Street, from Messrs. Pinsent’s Brewery to the Globe Hotel and from Messrs. Stockman’s Mills and approaches …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
More About the Coronation Doing: … Mr. W. Pinsent, whom it will be remembered, was the Chairman of the Peace Committee, has not only transferred his donation to the Festivities Fund, but has also generously offered to pay off any of the debts incurred by the Peace committee. Needless to say, this offer has been most gratefully accepted.
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
Newton Abbot Peace Committee: A meeting of this committee, which, it will be remembered, was formed many months ago, was held on Friday last, when Mr. W. S. Pinsent presided. It was convened as a result of the restoration of peace, and there was a good number present. … (continues) … The Chairman said there was also a small balance on the Mafeking Relief fund. Mr. Hambly proposed that the committee dissolve and give what there was in hand to the Coronation Committee, the second to be set apart for the peace rejoicings. … Mr. Pinsent said he would be pleased if his £5 be handed over as suggested …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
Newton Abbot: Newton Abbot Peace Committee, Mr. W. S. Pinsent presiding, met at the Town Hall last night. They decided to dissolve and hand over the little money they had collected, together with the names of those who promised subscriptions when they were formed into committee twelve months ago to the Coronation Committee on condition that the second day was set apart for peace rejoicing.
[see also Exeter and Plymouth Gazette: Saturday 7th June 1902]
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
Funeral of the Late Mr. D. R. Scratton: Touching spectacle at Ogwell … very long review of event … Among those who attended the funeral — (very long list includes) … Mr. W. S. Pinsent …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
The Late Mr. D. R. Scratton: Funeral at Ogwell: … (long description of service) … Among others present were … (a long list includes) … Mr. W. Pinsent …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
Funeral of Mr. Scratton, ‘Squire of Ogwell: The funeral of the late Mr. D. R. Scratton, ‘squire of Ogwell, who died at his residence, West Ogwell House last week, after a few days’ illness, took place on Saturday, there being a large attendance … (description of ceremony) … Among those present at the grave-side, in addition to those already mentioned were … (long list includes) … W. Pinsent (Highweek) …
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
South Molton Poultry and Pigeon Show: The awards at the Show on Wednesday were as follows: Poultry: … Dorkings, any age, cock, or hen: 1 and sp. H. Reeves, Ainsworth; 2 and vhc, Major C. Arthur; 3, Nicholls Bros., Wadebridge; 4, Cook and Son; vhc. F. A. Palmer. T. Nichols, W. S. Pinsent, Newton Abbot.
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920
South Molton Poultry and Pigeon Show: … Dorking Cock or Hen – 1 and special, H. Reeve; 2 and v.h.c.; Major C. Arthur; 3, Nicholls Bros.; 4 W. Cook and Son; v.h.c. F. A. Palmer, T. Nicholls, W. S. Pinsent.
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GRO0911 Devonport: William Swain Pinsent: 1843 – 1920