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Western Times: Friday 22nd April 1870

Kingsteignton: Tea and Testimonial: in spite of an attractive parish church, an agreeable minister, and the performance of divine service in accordance with modern practice in certain high places, nonconformity is progressing satisfactorily, especially that branch of known Congregationalism. The neat chapel erected a few years since, principally at the expense of Pinsent, Esq., has almost become too straight to accommodate the numerous worshippers that flock to hear the ministries of the respected pastor, the Rev. R. W. Row. On Good Friday in each year, it is a custom with the society to hold tea and public meetings which never fails to be well attended, whilst at the same time it has the tendency of cementing more closely in unity the bonds of Christian brotherhood. This year the affair was doubly attractive for — unknown to the minister – and principally through the instrumentality of Mr. Pinsent, of Were Barton, a sum more than sufficient to purchase a gold watch was subscribed and presented to that gentleman at the public meeting after the tea, at which J. Bolton, Esq., presided. A young lady named Walling handed the watch and a purse of sovereigns to the Rev. gentleman, at which he looked surprised, could scarcely believe his eyes, and was too overpowered to speak word. The Chairman then divulged the secret that that was a small present purchased by subscription from the congregation, as a token of respect and high estimation in which they held him as a Christian minister. Mr. Row was so overcome with this unexpected act of kindness, that he could only express his thanks in broken sentences intermingled with tears that moved all present; it was an affecting sight that will not readily be forgotten. The Rev. Mr. Cooksley, of Torquay, also addressed the meeting, after which a vote of thanks was proposed to Mr. Pinsent and the subscribers to the testimonial for their handsome Present; Mr. Pinsent responded. Mr. Cornish proposed vote of thanks to the ladies who presided at the tea, Miss Pinsent, Mrs. Luscombe, Misses Beardon (2), Mrs. Edwards, Mrs. Widdicombe, and Mr. Walling; Mr. W. Smallridge, bachelor, with that becoming blush of modesty, if not of timidity, that has hitherto precluded him from “popping the question, “responded” in a neat and graceful speech, that could not fail of winning the heart of someone at least of the fair ones present towards him, so that will be wonder if before another, anniversary he will be out of the category of those who are usually called on to respond for the ladies. The meeting terminated with the usual compliment to the Chairman.

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GRO0369 Hennock: Gilbert Pinsent: 1840 – 1918
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Western Times: Tuesday 19th April 1870

Kingsteignton: Good Friday Presentation: The Independents had very agreeable tea here on Friday and made the same the occasion of doing the very agreeable thing of presenting their minister, the Rev. R. W. Rowe, with a gold watch and purse of sovereigns. The present honoured alike those who gave it and he that took it. The Rev. gentleman had the misfortune to miss his watch some time ago, and his friends, unbeknown to him, got up a subscription to present him with another. That he was overwhelmed with emotion when the presentation was made is not to be wondered about, especially as the presentation was made by a young lady, Miss Walling. The tea was served by Mrs. W. Widdicombe, Mrs. Edwards, Miss Pinsent, and Mrs. Walling, and provided by Mrs. Beardon. Some very good addresses were delivered, the pastor acknowledging the gift with much feeling.

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Western Times: Friday 11th March 1870

Taylor v. Vigus: Plaintiff is a coachbuilder, and defendant the owner of sawmills. Claim £3 2s for one pair of wheels, repairing perambulator, and other work done, also 1s money borrowed. Mr. Floud, who appeared for the defendant, said he had paid two guineas into court, which he considered was a fair price for the work done, as for the shilling, his client denied having borrowed any money from the plaintiff. Plaintiff said when he received the order from Mr. Vigus there was no agreement as to price, and the price he had charged was a very fair one, and he called a coachbuilder, named Phillips, who said the amount sued for was a very fair charge. Samuel Westcott said he made the wheels, and the labour for the woodwork was 14s, and he also considered that the £2 charge for the wheels was a fair price. Mr. Floud, for the defence, called Mr. Short and Mr. Pinsent who both agreed that 30s was a good price, as the wheels were common ones, not proper coach wheels. They also gave evidence as to the other work, the charge for which they said was exorbitant, and they thought the money paid into court was quite sufficient for the work done. Mr. Floud, on the part of his clients, said they agreed to pay what was far, but the charge not made was an exorbitant one. Judgment for the plaintiff for £2 10s

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Western Times: Tuesday 25th January 1870

A County Ball was held at the Globe on Thursday night. The fine room was gaily decorated, and a large and gay company assembled for the night’s delights. The dance band was the Royal Marines, Plymouth and the refreshments were furnished by Mr. Bracewell, of the Hotel – meats and music being of the top class. Among those present were – Sir H. Seale and party … … (long list includes) … Mr. and Mrs. Pinsent …

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Western Times: Friday 14th January 1870

Devon Central Chamber of Agriculture Annual Meeting: The second annual meeting of this important Chamber was held at Newton Abbot. The chair was taken at two o’clock by Mr. C. J. Wade, and there were present … list … general discussion … The Dinner – was held at three o’clock, at Mr. Bracewell’s Globe Hotel: … those present included …  … Pinsent … … (political speeches) … …

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Western Times: Friday 14th January 1870

Devon Central Chamber of Agriculture: Annual Meeting … the second annual meeting of this important chamber was held on Wednesday at Newton Abbot … continues … Dinner … attendees included … Pinsant …

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Western Times: Friday 10th December 1869

Gas and Coke Company Limited: The annual meeting of the shareholders in this company was held on Thursday at the Globe Hotel and being the first since its incorporation under the Act 1862, which makes it limited, was very largely attended. By the articles of association all the directors and officers had to be re-elected. The retiring directors were Messrs. W. Badcock, J. S. Bearne, £Bearne, E. Beazley, E. C. Kent, P. S. Michelmore, J. Pinsent, W. Roberts, and J. W. Rowell, all of whom were re-elected. … 

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Western Times: Friday 12th November 1869

Newton Abbot: Chamber of Agriculture: A meeting of the members of the above Chamber was held on Wednesday at the Town Hall for general business. The attendance of members, although particularly invited, was very sparse. C. J. Wade, Esq., occupied the chair, and among those present were Rev. J. M. Hawker, J. Creed, Esq., E. Ford, Esq., Messrs. ex-secretary of the Society, G. Stookes, Watson, Rendell, Pinsent, Northcote, Berry, Rowell (3), Cornish, Sowten, &c. Mr. Row (secretary; read the minutes of the last meeting when S. T. Kekewicb, Esq. read a lecture on Middle Class Education; also those of a subsequent meeting of the Council in which it was resolved that £25 should be devoted from the funds for the purpose of presenting a piece of plate to Mr. Veale, their late secretary. It was resolved that the Mark Lane Express and agricultural journals be open for perusal at the secretary’s office to any member of the Chamber. … (continues) … 

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Western Times: Friday 1st October 1869

Petty Session: Before J. Divett, Esq. (chairman), W. J. Watts, Esq, C. J. Wade, Esq. and Admiral Wise. Jury Lists:  — The overseers of the various parishes in the division returned to-day lists of all the persons liable to serve on juries in the division. There were very few objections: Transfer of Licences: The Licence of the Plymouth Inn in this town was transferred from John Ball Pinsent to Wm. Saunders, who for nearly two years had managed it for Mr. Pinsent: Renewal of Application for Licences: Mr. Baker, on the part of Mr. John Ball Pinsent, renewed his application for an ale house license for premises in Queen Street for the sale of wines, spirits, beer etc. And produced a memorial signed by numerous influential residents in the locality in favour of the application. Mr. Creed, on the part of Mr. Magor, contended that Mr. Baker had no locus standi in renewing the application and that the Bench had no power to reopen the question having already decided it. … … … … (also) … … … Kingsteignton Sewage Rate: Mr. Whiteway the part of Mr. Partridge, assistant-overseer of the parish of Kingsteignton, applied for an order on Mr. Pinsent of Kingsteignton, to pay £6 6s 3d, the amount of his quota of £170, the full value of the rate which based on the poor-rate, and is in proportion one fourth in lands and three fourths in houses. Mr. Partridge proved the rate and applying to Mr. Pinsent for his amount of the quota. The answer he got was, “I intend to contest the rate the utmost,” and added he would not pay unless obliged to so. Mr. Baker appeared for Mr. Pinsent and cross-examined the applicant, who said this was not the first sewer rate he had made. Mr. Pinsent had paid a previous rate that was proved to have been invalid. Mr. Pinsent was summoned for the payment of that rate, and he paid it; others were summoned but did not pay, and the magistrates decided that the rate was not valid. If Mr. Pinsent paid this rate, he would pay an additional rate to some others. The £170 was required pay costs that had been incurred in procuring the Acts of Parliament. He could not say that it was law costs incurred in defending the action brought by Mr. Pinsent. Mr. Baker objected to the validity of the notices and contended that it was incumbent on Mr. Whiteway to show that the sewer authority had issued their precepts which had not been done. Mr. Whiteway, however, contended that all that was required had been done, and submitted that the present was not the proper course to adopt; if Mr. Pinsent had any cause of complaint, it was for him to appeal. A long argument ensued between the legal gentlemen and the Bench, and it was eventually decided to allow the case to stand over for two months to give Mr. Pinsent an opportunity to recover, if possible, the amount he formerly paid for a rate, and in case he did, the Bench would have no difficulty making an order in this case. The case was consequently adjourned to December 14th. 

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GRO0518 Devonport: John Ball Pinsent: 1819 – 1901
GRO1036 Devonport: Thomas Pinsent: 1782 – 1872

Western Times: Friday 10th September 1869

Middle Class Education: Address by Mr. Kekewich, M.P.: This subject was discussed on Wednesday at the Newton Abbot Town Hall, by the agriculturists of South Devon, at a meeting of the “Devon Central Chamber of Agriculture.” C. J. Wade Esq., president of the Chamber, was in the chair … (also present …  includes) … H. Pinsent, G. Pinsent … 

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GRO0369 Hennock: Gilbert Pinsent: 1840 – 1918
GRO0412 Hennock: Henry Pinsent: 1844 – 1894