MAY 1838 NEWS
May 4, 1838
Partnerships Dissolved
Henry Samuel Boase, of Barton-crescent, London, John Josias Arthur Boase, of Penzance, and Pascoe Grenfell, of Gulval, Cornwall, bankers at Penzance.
Richard Mewton and Richard Rawling Mewton, jun., of Truro, cabinet-makers and upholsterers.
LOCAL NEWS
St. Austell
On Sunday last, two excellent sermons were preached in St. Austell church, by the Rev. E. Runnell, of St. Blazey, in behalf of the Sunday and day school, connected with the establishment, and collections were made amounting to about ten guineas.
Clowance
We have observed with pleasure that the venerable mansion at Clowance, the seat of Sir John St. Aubyn, Baronet, is nearly restored from the effects of the destructive fire in 1836. The elegant front, designed by the great Earl of Pembroke, was fortunately preserved by the unremitting exertions of the neighbouring inhabitants. It ought to be known, that shortly after the fire occurred, Sir John, requested a committee of his most respectable neighbours would investigate the relative merits of the numerous individuals who had assisted in extinguishing it; and after a most impartial and careful inquiry, a list was prepared, distinguishing them into three classes. We understand that on receiving it, Sir John immediately directed the distribution of several hundred pounds, according to the scale of merit returned. On the other hand, it should be mentioned, that so little was such, or indeed any, remuneration expected, that several on the list, with warm expressions of gratitude, begged permission to decline it; whilst those who accepted it, requested the generous Baronet might be informed, that they regarded it as an act of pure and free liberality on his part.
Shocking Accident
On Monday last, an inquest was held before J. Carlyon, Esq., on the body of Frederick Lawrance, of Mylor. It appeared from the statement of Bartholomew Lawrance, the father of the deceased, that his son went out on Saturday morning, to roll in some barley in one of the witness’s fields, and shortly afterwards he sent his little brother in for a gun to shoot some rooks which had lighted on the seeds. Shortly afterwards, witness went for some horses to put in the harrow, and on his return to the field he found the deceased quite dead, and the gun lying about ten yards from him. It must have been accidental, but how the accident happened the witness could not state. The whole of the charge appeared to have entered his head, just under the right ear, and to have taken a slanting direction upwards. It made quite a hole through his head, and he must have died almost immediately. The deceased was rather more than 17 years old. Verdict accidental death.
Narrow Escape
On Friday last a man named Hugh Courtis, who was employed as a kibble-filer, in P.. mine, escaped death under the following circumstances –
It is supposed that Courtis, during the absence of the kibble from the plat to the surfacer, had fallen asleep, and being awoke in a state of insensibility, by the .. occasioned through the parting of the chain, fell into the shaft to a depth of five fathoms. Fortunately, a trap door, which had been placed in the shaft at twenty fathoms from the bottom to prevent accidents occurring during the time the sump-men were engaged in cutting down and securing the shaft, was closed. What still remains … … providential. The chain which had parted to within thirty fathoms from the surface with the kibble attached as the descent became entangled with that to the empty kibble, by which it was prevented from falling to the thirty fathom level, where the trap door had been fixed. The man escaped with only a slight wound in his head, which will prevent him but a short time from returning to his labour.
Lanhydrock
As the workmen at Lanhydrock were leveling a piece of ground last week, at the lower end of the Park, they found about a foot below the surface, a gold rose noble, in high preservation, of the reign of Richard II, 1377. It is the exact weight of a guinea, and the value in that day was 6s 8d. It is now in the possession of the Hon. A. M. Agar.
Elopement
On Friday last, the daughter of Mr. Hobbs, of Falmouth, left her home; and some time after it was discovered she had taken her wearing apparel with her, which led her parents to suspect she was gone off with a young man who had been paying his attentions to her for some time, without being able to gain her father’s consent to the match. It appears that the young man, who is guard of the mail coach, procured a license in Exeter, and had planned the affair so well as to reach that city on Saturday morning, and get married immediately. The father arrived in Exeter on the evening of the same day, but too late, of course,l to accomplish his object.
Petty Sessions
At the petty sessions, held yesterday at Truro, before E. Collins, and H., P. Andrew, Esqrs., and Capt. Wightman, a man named BRAY was charged by the overseers of Kea, with deserting his wife. Thomas TRAYER of Kenwyn, was charged with abandoning his child. Mr. Moyle, of Kea, stated that the child had been left to wander about the country for the last 18 months. The prisoner was committed to a fortnight’s hard labour. John SANDOE was summoned by Mr. J. Dunstan, a deputy steward of Lord Falmouth’s, for 8s 8d due for sheaf tithe. The defendant complained that his Lordship had added 1s. to the charge, when it was not paid within a certain period. The bench struck off the shilling, and ordered the original sum to be paid.
Truro Petty Sessions – Caution to Servants
On Wednesday last, a man named Edwin YOUNG was charged before E. J. Spry, Esq., mayor, with stealing a lady’s gold watch, the property of Mr. W. H. Tealor, of this town. It appeared that the prisoner on Monday, about two o’clock, called at the house of the prosecutor and asked if Mr. Tealor was at home. Having received a reply in the negative, he expressed a wish to write a note and was shown into the parlour, where he was left while the servant went upstairs to fetch pen and paper. On her return the prisoner wrote a note and said he would call on Mr. Tealor the next day about two o’clock. He then left, and the servant about four o’clock told Mrs. Tealor that a person had left a note for Mr. Tealor in the parlour. Mrs. Tealor then went into the room and found that the gold watch and rosewood case had been taken away. She then sent for a constable, George Roberts, who went in pursuit of the prisoner, whom he found in Ninniss’s public house at Penryn, with the watch upon his person. The servant stated that no one had been in the room except the prisoner after she had seen the watch till it was discovered that it had been taken away. The prisoner was fully committed. A common vagrant named Nicholas SCOBELL was charged with stealing a pair of plated snuffers, the property of William Plummer, of Fairmantle-street. The prosecutor’s wife had left her house on Saturday afternoon for a few minutes, and while she went to a neighbouring baker’s, the prisoner went into the house and stole the snuffers. The prisoner was apprehended by Mr. Rowe, a constable, on Sunday afternoon, and stated that he found them down at the gas wharf. Committed.
May 11, 1838 - missing from microfilm
May 18, 1838
DIVIDEND
Thomas Daniel, formerly of Trelissick, Cornwall, afterwards of Bath, since of Michael Church-court, Hereford, and now of Boulogne, France, copper smelter, May 26th, at eleven o’clock, at Pearce’s Hotel, Truro.
NOTICE
I hereby give notice that I will not be answerable for any Debt or Debts Contracted by my wife ANN PENROSE, of the Parish of Camborne, nor allow any Debt or Debts that may be due to me, being paid unto her after this public notice. Dated Camborne, May 15th, 1838. JAMES PENROSE Witness JAMES RICHARDS
HEADLINES
TRESAVEAN MINE – THE TRETHELLIAN SETT
A detailed case regarding a property question on the above mine.
Tee-Totalism at Padstow – speeches given, and donations mentioned
The Launceston Institute – description of the lecture, and question and answer session
LOCAL NEWS
Royal College of Surgeons
Mr. Thomas G. Vaudrey and Mr. George B. Childs, formerly pupils Mr. Vincent, surgeon, Cambourne, were admitted, on Monday evening, the 8th instant, as members of the Royal College of Surgeons, London.
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The Mines
We are always happy to report an improvement in our Cornish mines, in the working of which so large a capital is employed. We understand the fortunate adventurers in North Hallenbeagle are likely to realize a rich reward for their outlay. In South Towan mines, and in Hallenbeagle Consols, the improvement also is very considerable. These mines will soon take a high place in our ticketing papers.
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Paving and Lighting Rates
On Friday last, several persons were summoned before the Mayor and C. Pengelly, Esq., by Mr. Traer, the commissioners’ clerk, for non-payment of these rates. The cases were all gone into, and a few of them were either dismissed or postponed for the consideration of the commissioners; but in the majority of the cases, payment of the rates and expenses was ordered. In reply to various defences set up, the Mayor observed, that all inhabited property in the Borough must pay these rates, unless the rent was under L5 per year. It was no fault of the Commissioners, if persons chose to build outside the turnpike gates, and parties so residing must remember that by the mode of levying these rates at so much per pound on the annual rental, there was a fair distinction kept between property in the centre of the town, and that in the suburbs. If parties felt aggrieved, they should appeal to the Commissioners, whose duty it was to remove any reasonable ground of complaint; but the rate being once made and allowed, there was but one course for the magistrates to pursue, that of enforcing payment.
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The Sleeping Giant
On Sunday evening last, the inhabitants of Towedenack Church-town were greatly alarmed by a shill sound that echoed from within the walls of the parish church. On approaching the edifice, they were horrified on beholding a spectre-like apparition that stood near the pulpit, in a … and awful voice beseeching some person to release him from his disagreeable situation; but finding no assistance, he shortly after made his escape through one of the windows. The spectre proved to be a man that had fallen asleep during the time of Divine service that afternoon, and had remained in that state for some hours after the congregation was dismissed.
A Narrow Escape
On Friday last, between four and five o’clock in the afternoon, about a mile from Sancreed Church-town, on the road towards Penzance, Mr. Philip Nicholas was attacked by two traveling sweeps, in a most furious manner, one laying hold of the bridle of his horse, whilst the other threw his brush at Mr. Nichollas’ head, which was cut dreadfully. Fortunately, Mr. Nicholas had a small stick in his hand with which he got rid of the one holding the bridle, and made his escape. Every means for their apprehension has been used, but hither without success.
Destructive Fire
On Wednesday afternoon, a fire broke out in the farmhouse at Tregonnissey, belonging to Mr. W. Pearse, of the Hotel, Falmouth, which blazed with such fury that the roof, which was a thatched one, fell in before a great part of the furniture could be removed, and scarcely any thing of the building remains but the chimney stacks and ground floor walls. It cannot be ascertained how the fire commenced, but it is believed that it originated in the chimney. The broker is insured, but the farmhouse of the hind and a labouring man, which is almost destroyed, was not insured.
Terrific Explosion
A most dreadful explosion occurred at the Kennall Gunpowder Mills, near Penryn, on Thursday morning, the 10th instant. Five mills blew up in succession, and part of a roof was found a mile from the premises. The reports were most terrific, and created the greatest alarm over an extensive tract of country. Nothing as severe ever happened at these mills before, though, we are happy to state, there was only one man very seriously injured, and hopes are entertained of his recovery.
Devon Agricultural Society
[quite a long article, including those who brought animals, the judging, etc. However, one bit did catch my attention.]
The dinner took place at New London Inn, where a large company of gentlemen sat down to a good and substantial repast. The chair was occupied by S.T. Kekewich, Esq., who was supported on his right by Sir Humphrey Davie, and on the left by Capt. Loche Lewis, J.W. Buller, Esq., of Downes, … and B. Fulford, Esq. acted as Vice-Presidents. On the cloth being withdrawn, the Chairman proposed the health of “the Queen” with three times three……. The Chairman said that his next toast might very properly be termed the toast of the evening, because it referred to the excellent patron of their association. He could not propose the toast, however, without expressing his regret that the health of Lord Fortescue had not once permitted him to be present at any of their meetings. He believed this to be a matter of sincere regret to his Lordship, and it was one that they all very much deplored. [more speeches and toasts continued]
Helston Flora Day
Would it not be worth the attention of the respectable inhabitants of Helston to introduce a show of flowers on the Flora-day? It is most likely that the Horticultural Society would be inclined to have a meeting there on that occasion. It would be quite in character, and as rations, at least, as some of the doings at that festival.
St. Agnes
On Monday, the 13th instant, a communication was received at St. Agnes from the general Post Office, making considerable improvements in the local Post Office of that town. The post is to arrive there at seven in the morning and leave at five in the evening; and the carrier must be an able person, not under 16 years of age. How far this arrangement will give satisfaction we are not prepared to say, but the parties most interested in it are about to meet on the subject, when it is to be hoped the St. Agnes Post Office will be placed on such a footing as to need no change for a long time to come.
Fairs
Stratton, 19th; St. Tudy, 21st; St. Dennis, St. Columb, this fair is postponed to the 4th of June; Kilkhampton, Liskeard, Penzance, Port Isaac, and Trew, 21st; Camelford, 23rd; St. Germans, Tresillian Bridge, 28th; Bodmin 29th and 30th.
May 25, 1838
ADVERTISEMENT
To LEAD SMELTERS AND OTHERS
About 20 tons of Silver Lead Ore will be sampled at Ivy Bridge Consols Mine, on Tuesday the 29th instant. Parties desirous of Purchasing may obtain information previously, on application to the Purser (if by letter post-paid).
P COLLOM, Purser Ivy Bridge Consols Mining Office,
Union Baths, Plymouth, May 17, 1838
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CAUTION TO THE PUBLIC
I hereby give notice that I will not be answerable for any Debt or Debts contracted by my wife JOHANNA ANTHONY, of the parish of Kenwyn, or allow any Debt or Debts that may be due me being paid unto her after this public notice. Dated Kenwyn, May 22, 1838, WILLIAM ANTHONY witness JOHN JAMES
Pilchard Fishery
For sale by Private Contract, 10-16ths Parts of Shares in the Pilchard Sean, &c, at Corleen , near Cud.with, East of the Lizard, consisting of 2 Stop and 1 Tack Seans, 2 Sean Boats, 2 Followers, and a large Carrier, almost new, with a full stock of Warps, Grapnels, and other requisites, and a corresponding interest in the Cellars and Cellar Materials, and about 500 BUSHELS OF SALT. For viewing the same, apply to Mr. Barnard Butter, of the spot; and for furether particulars, if by letter, post-paid, Mr. Edwards, General Agent, Helston May 23, 1838
LOCAL NEWS
Fowey
Many merry peals were rung on the bells at this place, on Thursday the 17th instant, the day appointed for celebrating her Majesty’s birth-day. Flags were displayed at the Custom-house, in various parts of the town, on board the H. M. Revenue Cruizers, and the mercantile shipping then in port. Guns were fired at intervals from sun rise till sun set at the Custom-house, and at one o’clock a royal salute was fired from the “Fox” revenue cruiser. In fact, the whole town and harbour presented a scene truly picturesque. Towards the evening, the Fowey Amateur Band assembled, and in their usual good style, played all their national and popular airs, for which they are so much famed. The inhabitants generally had loyalty depicted in their countenances, and the day’s amusements were closed with a splendid display of fire-works, which were set off from the “Repulse” revenue cruiser, and also from the shore. We can only add, and that, in honor to her Majesty’s officers and others of this town, that greater loyalty was never before manifested.
Town Hall, Truro
Yesterday, three men, named Michael CURTIS, Robert WARRY, and Thomas TARRANT were brought before the Mayor and Captain Kempe, charged with stealing five sovereigns from William WILLIAMS, a carrier from St. Austell to this borough. It appeared from the statement of the prosecutor that he went into Pascoe’s beer shop on Wednesday evening, and saw the three prisoners, with whom he presently fell into conversation. One of them had a lock, which Tarrant offered to bethe prosecutor L 5 he could not open, and the prisoner produced a L 5 note. Williams took five sovereigns out of his pocket, and held them in the palm of his hand, and a person standing by (who is not yet in custody) snatched them from the prosecutor and ran away. Hall, one of the constables, stated that when he apprehended the prisoners Curtis and Warry, the latter swallowed two sovereigns, and attempted to swallow a third, but was prevented. The other prisoner also attempted to swallow a sovereign. The prisoners were committed for trial.
Alarming Fire
On the morning of Sunday last, the inhabitants of St. Austell were startled by the ringing of the alarm bell, and on inquiry, it was ascertained that the malt-house of Mr. John Julyan had taken fire. An engine was soon on the spot, but not until the fire was extinguished. We have not heard how the fire originated, but believe the injury done is of very little importance.
The Military
On Monday last, the troop of Inniskilling Dragoons which had been stationed at Truro for the last twelve months, marched for Bristol previous to embarkation for Cork. Although at the time of their departure it rained very heavily, a great number of persons assembled, and there appeared to be a very general regret at their leaving, as both the officers have gained the esteem of the inhabitants, and the privates have been a well-conducted body of men. A troop of the sixth Dragoon Guards are expected from Brighton on Friday (today), under the command of Capt. Browne.
Mevagissey
The mackerel fishery here has been a very unsuccessful one; in fact, amongst the crab-catchers, and all other fishers on the troubled sea, it has been “starving times”, owing to frequent gales of wind, which prevented them following their avocations.
Gorran Haven
The late rains have greatly revived the drooping crops of grass and corn, particularly the latter which previously to the showers, gave every appearance of a great failure.
Truro Public Baths
The importance of bathing in promoting the secretions of the skin and invigorating the human frame cannot be too highly appreciated. We are glad therefore to see that more convenience is afforded to those who delight in the luxury of the bath, by the removal of the Truro baths to more commodious premises in Lemon-street. The public, we have no doubt, will be glad to avail themselves of the advantages which this establishment affords.
St Ives Election (all emphasis as originally printed}
On Wednesday morning last, at eight o’clock, the Mayor, Wm. Bazely, jun,. Esq., attended at the Town-hall, to elect a fit and proper person to represent the borough of St. Ives in parliament, in the room of James Halse, Esq., deceased. William Tyringham Praed, Esq., of Trevethow, was proposed by the Rev. Wm. Malkin, and seconded by Mr. James Rosewall; and Capt. Francis Hearle Stephens, of Tregenna Castle, was proposed bby Capt. James Stevens, and seconded by Wm. Bazeley, sen., Esq. On a show of hands being made, the majority was declared in favo4 of Capt. Stephens, when the friends of Mr. Praed demanded a poll, which was fixed to take place on Thursday morning, at eight o’clock. Both the candidates are called Conservatives. Mr. Praed declares himself to be “a firm friend to the Constitution of our common country in Church and State”, but says “but, with respect to the State, while I venerate the privileges it confers, and the liberties it guarantees, I am no patron of proved abuses, no foe to practical reforms.” Capt. Stephens says “To support religion, to guard the throne, to cherish liberty, to defend the rights and interests of all the people, and to reconcile them where they appear to be opposed; to protect by efficient means of commerce, trade, agriculture, and industry of the country, and by lightening the pressure of its burthens, to strengthen its credit and resources,; ever to aim in all laws, customs, and institutions, at the greatest possible degree of improvement, and the least possible degree of change, are some of the principles on which I would endeavour in representing you to serve my country.” The speeches delivered in the Hall by the two candidates were quite common-place, as they principally confined themselves to expressions of gratitude, and assurances of success. (At the moment of going to press, we are informed that Mr. Praed has been returned by a majority of 8, the number being for Mr. Praed 255, for Capt. Stevens, 248.)
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