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Some Selected Reports from the Salisbury and Winchester Journal
Monday, April 5th, 1813
Newport, Isle of Wight, April 5, 1813.
Miss Bourgoyne, (from Miss Stroud's, Sackville-street, London,) respectfully acquaints the Ladies of the Island, that she has commenced business as Dress and Pelisse Maker, at Mr.Cottell's, High-street, where orders will be thankfully received.
Sarum and Eling Turnpike.
Notice is hereby given, - That the next Meeting of the Trustees is appointed to be held, pursuant to the last adjournment, at the house of Joachim Hibberd, known by the name of the Maidenhead Inn, in the city of New Sarum, on Friday the 9th day of April next, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon.
W.Boucher, Clerk and Treasurer.
Sarum, March 31, 1813.
John Hall, (late Waiter at the Star Inn, Southampton,) respectfully informs the Public, and the Inhabitants of Lyndhurst, that he has taken on and entered the Crown Inn, (lately occupied by Mr.Roblin), where he hopes, by making the best arrangements for the entertainment of Travellers and others, to secure encouragement and support.
* Neat Post Chaises.
Crown Inn, Gosport.
Isaac Olive (late of the Dolphin) begs leave to return his sincere and grateful thanks to his Friends and the Public, for past favours, and informs them he has taken the above Inn, which is more commodious, and will enable him to furnish more extensive accommodations than his former confined situation would admit.
I.O. begs to assure Commercial Gentlemen that no attention shall be wanting on his part to ensure them every comfort, and that, by keeping well-aired beds, Wines and Liquors of the best quality, with a separate Stable for their horses, he may be permitted to hope for a continuance of their liberal support, which it will ever be his most anxious care to deserve.
N.B. Neat Post-Chaises and able Horses, with careful Drivers.
H.Saunders (from the George Inn), Bridport, begs leave to return his grateful thanks to his Friends and the Public in general, for the very liberal support he has received during the time he has kept the above Inn, and informs them he has purchased and entered on that old-established Inn, called the Greyhound, situated in the centre of the above town, where he has laid on a choice Stock of Wines, Spirits, and other Liquors, and hopes, by a strict attention to the duties of his business, to merit the continuance of their support, as well as the favors of those Gentlemen who have heretofore honored the Greyhound with their company. He begs to inform Commercial and other Gentlemen, that he is improving and fitting up the said Inn in a style suitable for their accommodation, and hopes that good Beds, excellent Stables, a well-furnished Larder, and a constant endeavour to please, will ensure him their favors. He is also fitting up a very spacious Room in the above Inn, for the use of Gentlemen Farmers and others, frequenting Bridport Markets and Fairs, where an excellent Ordinary will be provided at those times.
The wholesale Bottled Beer business carried on as usual, at his Warehouse, in South-street.
Wanted, - A good Hand, who understands Pitching Streets, may have constant employ, by applying to Thomas Brown, scavenger and surveyor, Poole.
Devizes, March 29, 1813.
TO CARRIERS AND OTHERS
To be DISPOSED OF immediately, -- That long and well established ROAD WAGGON, remarkably fine HORSES, &c. well known on the road from Devizes to Bristol, lately carried on by Mr.John Russ, at the Black Swan Inn, Devizes, of whom particulars may be known.
N.B. If the above Concern is not disposed of on or before Wednesday the 14th of April, it will be offered by Public Auction, on Thursday the 15th, in the Market-Place, Devizes.
All Persons who have any claim or demand on the Estate and Effects of William Cove, late of Amesbury, in the county of Wilts, Carrier, deceased, are requested to send an account thereof to his Widow, Jane Cove, or to John Crocker Case, of Amesbury aforesaid, Gentleman, that the same may be examined and discharged. And all persons who are indebted to the Estate of the said William Cove, are requested to pay the same forthwith to the said Jane Cove, Widow, or John Crocker Case.
Amesbury, March 27, 1813.
Winchester,
Saturday, April 3.
The Rev.Edmund Edwards and Mr.Samuel Sutton, both of Southampton, are Candidates to succeed the Rev.George Whittaker in the Mastership of the Free Grammar School in that town, who has signified his intention of resigning at Midsummer.
On Friday se'nnight died, at Portsmouth, aged 65, Wm.Fisher, Esq. Assistant Commissary-General of the South-West District.
On Saturday the 27th inst. died, at the army depot, in the Isle of Wight, Capt.Charles Bygrave, of that Staff, in the prime of life, and after a few days illness.- He was a meritorious officer and a most worthy man, universally esteemed, and his death lamented by all who knew him.
On Monday last died, aged 65, Lady Hulse, wife of Sir Edward Hulse, Bart. of Breamore House, in this county.
On Tuesday last died at her seat, Major House, in the county of Suffolk, in the 83d year of her age, her Grace Elizabeth Duchess Dowager of Chandos, widow of Henry, second Duke of Chandos. Her heart invariably sympathized with the distressed, and her hand was ever open to acts of benevolence and charity. Her kindness was felt by all; and those attached to her by consanguinity, alliance, friendship, or duty, best know how to appreciate their own great loss, and copy as far as may be her many virtues. Her Grace was, with the late Lady Henniker, coheiress of Sir John Major, Bart. and was married to the Duke of Chandos in 1767.
On Thursday last was buried, at Lyndhurst. Mr.Flower Archer, aged 86 years. He had been for many years one of his Majesty's Keepers of the New Forest. His funeral was a most extraordinary one :- It was his express desire (while living) to be buried with all his clothes on, to be conveyed to the grave in his own cart, and that half a hogshead of strong beer and cakes, for every one present, should follow the procession; and that his body should remain one hour on the church hill, in order that the cakes and beer might be distributed. Singular and eccentric as his desire was, it was rigidly adhered to, and strictly observed. The half-hogshead of strong beer was rolled by two men, closely followed by the corpse, and was, with the cakes, distributed amongst all present.- The concourse of people was very great; and amidst such an assemblage of persons of every description, the greatest order and decorum was observed.
Friday se'nnight died Mrs.Kernot, widow of the late Mr.Kernot, builder, of this city.
Salisbury,
Monday, April 5, 1813.
His Royal Highness the Prince Regent has been pleased, in the name and on behalf of his Majesty, to grant the place and dignity of the Deanry of Exeter unto the Rev.Whittington Landon, Doctor in Divinity, in the room of the Reverend Doctor John Garnett.
The Concert for the benefit of Mrs.Harrington will be on Thursday next, at which, as usual, she will be the principal vocal performer. It would be needless for us to expatiate on the excellence of her vocal powers, which have on all occasions excited the attention of a numerous audience. Our old favourite, Mr.Mahon, will be leader of the band, which will consist of the same persons who have afforded the public so much gratification at our late concerts. With these, and the additional allurements of a Ball, there is very little doubt but there will be a numerous and respectable assembly.
A Legacy of �200 Three per Cent Consols, bequeathed by the late Wm.Hussey, Esq. for the benefit of the Salisbury Infirmary, has been transferred by his Executors to the Trustees of that excellent institution.
On Wednesday last was married Mr.W.Maton, grocer, of this city, to Deborah youngest daughter of Mr.John Moyle, of Damerham, in this county.
An affecting circumstance occurred at Frome church on Saturday se'nnight :- Immediately as the clergyman had performed the solemn rite of baptism on a child, it expired in its mother's arms !
Lately died at Tring, in Hertfordshire, Mrs.Bannister, wife of the Rev.Marmaduke Bannister, Minister of that Parish.
A few days since died Mrs.Ainsworth, wife of Mr.William Ainsworth, of Hinton Martel, in the county of Dorset.
On Wednesday morning died, at Fisherton, aged 78, Mrs.Burford, formerly of this city.
On Thursday se'nnight died, at Warminster, Betty Crook, at the very advanced age of 104 years. Her intellects were entire, and till within a few hours of her death, she could read her Bible without the aid of spectacles.
On Monday the 29th ult. died, at Bloxworth, in the county of Dorset, universally lamented, Mrs.Frances Woodley, widow of William Woodley, Esq. formerly Governor of the Leeward Islands.
Huffey White, who effected his escape from the Bow-street officers at Bristol last week (as noticed in the preceding page) is reported to have been in this city a few days since, and in Fordingbridge on Friday last. It will be seen, on reference to the London papers, that his Majesty's Postmaster General has offered a reward of �100 for his apprehension, and a further reward of �100 upon his conviction. As it is probable that he may still be in the neighbourhood, we avail ourselves of the only means in our power of leading to his detection, by publishing the following description of him :- he is a native of London, by trade a cabinet-maker, about 35 or 36 years of age, of good appearance, 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, stoutish made, and stands very upright; has thin legs, brown hair, broad or full forehead, pale complexion, light grey eyes, and little eye-brows; is marked with the small-pox in large pits in the skin, and at some distance from each other; his nose turns up. He has a squeaking voice, is mild in manners, and does not talk much.
John Burton and John Osmond are committed to the Fisherton Gaol, for trial at the next assizes, charged with stealing hay and coals, the property of S.Whitchurch, Esq. of this city.
The Assizes for the county of Devon closed on Thursday se'nnight. The following prisoners were capitally convicted and received sentence of death, viz :- John Davey, for stealing eight ewe sheep from J.Hambly; Philip Lampey, for stealing a bay gelding from Priscilla Davey; Nicholas Knight, for stealing seven watches; Francis Sandoe, for stealing 35 guineas and �2 in silver; John Jones, for stealing 48 yards of cloth; Robert Slater, for stealing a watch; Sarah Mitchell, for stealing a watch, &c.; John Tiddy, for stealing 14 yards of kerseymere, 52 yards of nankeen, &c.; Richard Blackstone, for stealing a quantity of wearing apparel; and Susanna May, alias Wakeham, for stealing a remnant of cotton. They were all reprieved before the Judge left town.
Friday se'nnight at noon Thomas Luscombe, aged 34, was executed at the new drop, at the Devon county gaol, pursuant to his sentence at the late Assizes, for the wilful murder of Sarah Ford, at North Huish, in October last.- He also confessed himself the murderer of Margaret Huxtable, of Dodbrooke, a little girl under ten years of age; the horrid particulars of which are well known to the public. His conduct during his confinement was marked by the most hardened indifference to his fate, and the pious exhortations of the Chaplain to rouse him to a sense of repentance for his crimes had, seemingly, but little effect.
The Assizes for the county of Somerset commenced at Taunton on Monday last, but, owing to the unusual length of the calendar, it was expected could not finish till Saturday evening. The following prisoners had been convicted when our accounts came away : G.Brake, for stealing a brown mare, the property of J.Baker; E.Goldstone, for burglariously entering the dwelling-house of J.Adams, and stealing sundry articles of wearing apparel, and a pair of silver buckles; Oliver Hobbs, for breaking and entering the cellar of John Laver, and stealing a quantity of cyder; James Webber, for stealing two pair of breeches, the property of Geo.Govier; Samuel Shepstone, for stealing a table cloth, the property of Joel Reeves; and Robert Reeks, for stealing two quarts of pease, the property of Thomas Trevett. Jane Flush, for robbing the shop of Mr.Thomas Bachelor, of Taunton, was found guilty of stealing, but not privately.
Boxing.
The long-talked-of battle between Molyneux and Carter took place yesterday, at Shennington, in the county of Gloucester, the parties having been warned off three counties. They set-to about two o'clock, betting two to one in favour of the Black. Bets afterwards changed so much in favour of Carter, that one hundred pounds to five were offered on him. After fighting twenty rounds, in 35 minutes, Molineux won the battle by a chance blow, which disabled Carter from coming again in time.
Clarendon Brick Kilns and Pottery.
J.Peniston respectfully informs his Friends and the Public, he has now on Sale a Quantity of Flower Pots, of superior colour and quality; also a small number of Sea Kale Covers, on improved patterns; Chimney Pots, Drain Pipes, of any bore and dimension; with any other article of unglazed Pottery made to order or pattern.
N.B. Bricks and Tiles as usual.
John Roe, Cooper, returns his most grateful thanks to his Friends for the great encouragement given him since he commenced business, and respectfully informs them and the public in general, that he is Removed from his Residence in Brown-street to a House in Winchester-Street, and is now in possession of the Corner Shop, lately occupied by Mr.Sutton, Cooper; where he hopes, by punctuality, assiduous attention to the commands of his customers, and making every articles with the best materials, to merit a continuance of the favours of the Public.
Salisbury, March 26, 1813.
Union Fire and Life Institutions.
In these establishments all the savings are returned to the insured; in consequence of this plan, the Members of the Fire Insurance department, whose period of repayment had arrived, have received back 50 per cent of the premiums they have deposited.
The rates of the Life Institution are nearly Ten per cent lower than those of other Establishments; and its Insurers have the additional advantage of being entitled to a periodical bonus.
Further particulars may be had gratis of Mr.Thomas Lawrence, Salisbury; or of any of the Agents who are appointed in the principal towns in this county.
Royal Exchange Assurance
Fire-Office,
Established by royal Charter in the reign of King George the First, for assuring Houses, Buildings, Goods, Corn, Hay, Live Stock, &c, and also for the Assurance of Lives.
March 24, 1813.
The Corporation of the Royal Exchange Assurance do hereby give Notice, that they have authorized their respective Agents to receive Proposals for the Assurance of Farming Stock at the rate of 2s. per cent. per ann. in lieu of the late charge of 2s. 6d. per cent. and the Agents are instructed to reduce the premium on such assurances as they fall due.
Persons whose Annual Premiums fall due at Lady-day, are hereby informed, that receipts are ready to be delivered by the Company's respective Agents undermentioned; and the parties assured are requested to apply for the renewal of their Policies, as the usual 15 days allowed for payment beyond the date of each policy will expire on the 9th of April, 1813.
Sam.Fenning, Jun. Secretary.
Assurances on Lives being found to be advantageous to persons having offices, employments, estates, or other incomes, determinable on the life or lives of themselves or others; Tables of Rates for such Assurances, and for the granting of Annuities on Lives, may be had at the said Agents. And, for the greater convenience of the public, the Company have determined to extend (by special agreement) the Assurance on Lives to the age of 75 years.
* Proposals may be had of the different Agents.
N.B. Fire Polices will be allowed free of expense, where the annual premiums amount to 6s. or upwards.
This Company have invariably made good Loses by Fire, occasioned by Lightning.
The following persons are Agents for the Royal Exchange Assurance Company, within the district of this Journal :-
Wiltshire . - Salisbury, Joseph Phillips; Calne, Wm.Bailey; Chippenham, Mary Taylor; Devizes, John Bannister; Marlborough, Avery Warner; Swindon, J.Heath; and Warminster, Wm.Langley.
County Fire Office.
Trustees.- The Duke of Rutland, K.G.; the Marquis of Buckingham, K.G.; the Marquis of Northampton; Earl of Buckinghamshire; the Earl of Upper Ossory; Wm.Pread, Esq. M.P.; S.Bernard Morland, Esq. M.P.; - and sixty Directors.
Managing Director, J.T.Barber Beaumont, Esq. F.A.S.
The unexampled success which has attended this Institution, and the obvious benefits which it has procured to a numerous portion of country residents, encourage the Directors in their endeavours to render it as extensively useful as possible, and induce them again to submit its principles to a discerning public.
The persons insured become Members. All the Members share in Profits Equally, according to their respective contributions. A permanent Surplus Capital of �400,000 has been subscribed by the original Members, and they alone are responsible : hence those who now desire to insure are effectually secured against that unlimited responsibility which has been so severely felt in societies upon the contributionship or Union principle.
Agents.
Wiltshire.- Mr.S.Foot, Salisbury; Mr.Jas.Budgett, Bradford; Mr.T.Bourne, Melksham; Mr.W.Sedgfield, Devizes; Mr.J.Page, Kingsbury-street, Marlborough; Mr.J.Morgan, Warminster.
* Agents are also appointed in every principal town, who are likewise Agents for the Provident Life Office, founded on similar principles.