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Some Selected Reports from the Salisbury and Winchester Journal
Monday, March 28th, 1825
At Thetford assizes on Thursday Richard Gower, a fine youth, aged 16, was indicted for capitally
assaulting and abusing Mary Ann Vincent, aged 18, on the 10th of March last. - The Counsel having asked the plaintiff to detail the facts relative to the commission of the crime, she remained completely silent . Mr.Justice Gaselee, during the space of half an hour, tried every means to cause her to relate the facts, but she still continued silent. His lordship at last told the Jury, that the Court could wait no longer; from what motive the girl withheld her evidence was not apparent, nor did he wish to throw any imputation on her; however, such being the case, they must find the prisoner not guilty.- His Lordship then addressed the prisoner in terms of serious admonition, and then he was discharged
Weymouth, March 26, - Yesterday being the
anniversary of the most beneficent charity bequeathed by that worthy man Sir Samuel Mico, upwards of two hundred years since, for the benefit of aged seamen, the Mayor and Corporation attended divine service as usual in our Church, before whom the Rev.Wm.Oakley preached a most excellent sermon on the occasion.
Tuesday last died of a decline; in the bloom of life, Miss Mary Ann Stanton, a young lady of the most amiable disposition. She was the only surviving sister of Mr.Stanton, a diligent and able master of a school in this town.
Poole, March 25.- Yesterday died, after a lingering illness, Edward Allen, Esq. who for upwards of thirty years has filled the office of Comptroller of his Majesty's Customs at this port ; his death will be regretted by a widely-extended circle of friends, by whom he was beloved and respected.
On the 16th instant died at Organford, after only a few hours illness, Elizabeth, wife of Mr.Samuel Swaffield, aged 26[?] years; her tender affection to her husband and children, and her agreeable disposition, endeared her to her family and a large circle of friends.
Married on Tuesday last, by the Rev.S.Robins, Mr.John Baker, of this town, to M.A.Verling, late of Lymington.
Arrived at this port, the Minerva, of Antwerp, laden with oak bark. This is the second vessel which has delivered her cargo here within the last fortnight, besides a large cargo of very fine Valonia, from the Mediterranean; and we understand that a farther arrival of bark is shortly expected.
Southampton,
Saturday, March 26.
On Monday last the Committee of the Southampton Bank for Savings held their 37th Quarterly Meeting at the Guildhall, for the purpose of examining the accounts, and for the general business of the Institution; present John Fleming, Esq. M.P. (Vice President) in the Chair, Francis Love Beckford, Esq., Rev.Samuel Kent, Rev.Frederick Beadon, Admiral Scott. It appeared that the deposits made in the last quarter amounted to �2345 11s 6d; and the sums paid to depositors (being the time of paying the interest) to �2371 5s 4d.
At the above meeting, Robert Sheddon, Esq. was chosen manager, and also a Director of the Institution.
The Nelson arrived here this day from Harvre, after a passage of 15 hours, having on board Sir A.Perrier, and many other passengers of respectability. She brings news confirming the taking of Patras by the Greeks.
Excellent accommodation will shortly be afforded to persons desirous of going from hence to Havre, and to the islands of Jersey and Guernsey. The Camilla steam-packet will on Tuesday the fifth inst. commence its weekly trips to Havre, and on the same day the Ariadne steam-vessel will commence its weekly trips to Jersey and Guernsey. Both of the vessels are said to be prime sea-boats.
The new street leading from the country market is now fast approaching to its termination; and as all the houses will be of an equal height, it will form a singular contrast with the High-street, in which the changes and improvements of time display so many varieties in architecture.
On the 15th inst. was married at St.Mary's Church, by the Rev.Samuel Kent, Mr.A.Hill, son of Mr.Joseph Hill, plasterer and builder, to Miss Mary Burrough, daughter of Mr.Burrough, builder, Itchen Ferry.
Died, at Shirley, on Wednesday evening, Mr.W.Hazlegrove, son of Mr.Hazelgrove, the respected Master of Shirley School. The death of this excellent young man has excited the deepest regret of all who knew him.
The beauty and splendour of the planet, Venus have this week been conspicuous. On Wednesday evening the moon and the above planet being in conjunction, called forth almost religious attention.
There is a rose-tree close to the Entrance Lodge of Sir C.Rich, at Shirley, which has borne flowers the whole winter.
Newport, March 26. The average price of Wheat on Saturday was �16 3s. 5 1/4d. per load.
Married on Thursday, Mr.Nicholls, watch-maker, to Miss Nobbs.
Died Mr.Wm.Pring, brushmaker; also Mr.James Newberry, master shoemaker, house of industry aged 76; also the eldest son of Mr.Bull, wharfinger, of this town.
Winchester,
Saturday, March 28, 1825.
His Royal Highness the Duke of Clarence has appointed the Reverend Charles Mackie, A.M., Rector of Quarley, Hants, one of his Domestic Chaplains. Gazette, March 26.
Dr.Chard's Benefit Concert and Ball took place on Wednesday last at St. John's House, in this
city. The room was crowded to excess, there being upon a moderate calculation upwards of four hundred persons. Miss Goodall was twice encored; and her concluding song, "Morning around us is beaming," was followed by a lengthened thunder of applause. The grand overture was judiciously relieved by well-executed solos and concertos, while, in the vocal department, the harmonious glee and the soft sweet song afforded a most delightful variety. The utmost credit is due to everyone who took a part in the performance.-Dancing succeed, and was kept up to a late hour.
On Wednesday last, T.B.Bowen, Esq. one of the Commissioners of the Court for the Relief of
Insolvent Debtors, attended at the County Hall to hear petitions. James Atkey, late of Ryde, cabinet-maker, was remanded till the next circuit, on the ground of his not being able to convince the Court that a distress taken by his father on his goods was a fair and regular proceeding, unprejudicial to his creditors, and was ordered to produce certain papers relative to the transaction.- William Dimmock,
late of the Canteen, Winchester, was remanded to amend his schedule, by reason of his having omitted to set forth the names of a great many soldiers indebted to him in small sums.- Thomas Moore, late of Penton Mewsey, shoemaker, remanded for 4 months, was opposed by the parish officers of Lymington, who arrested him on a bond which he gave some years ago for the support of an
illegitimate child, and since forfeited. - Jane Wood, late of Lymington, was opposed on the ground of obtaining credit of Mr.Good, draper, there, on false pretences; the insolvent denied any intention of the kind, and pleaded inability to discharge the debt, which was only �5, and had been owing two years, during which time she was proved to have received several remittances sufficient to have enabled
her to discharge the amount: remanded for one month. -- John Geo.Griffiths, late of Newport, a Lieutenant on half-pay, after satisfying the Court that he had made such an assignment of his pension as his creditors approved of, was discharged.-- Henry Freemantle, late a gamekeeper at Upham; Thomas Davies, late of Botley, collar-maker, - Charles Russell, late of St. Cross, Winchester , blacksmith; - Rd.Penny, late of Portsmouth. victualler; John Cox, late of Hilsey, innkeeper; and Wm.Day,.quarter-master of the Royal George ; were discharged.
FREE MASONRY.- The D.P.G.M. for the county of Hants is making a tour of the province, to visit
and inspect the different Lodges, with a view of making a report of their efficiency to the P. G. M.
The annual Cucumber Feast was held at the Globe Inn, in this city, on Tuesday last, when the prizes
were awarded as follow :- 1st prize to Mr.Sparry, gardener to Lord Rodney; 2d ditto to Mr.Pitt, gardener to --- Ward, Esq. Shawford House; 3d ditto to Mr.Bishop, gardener to Mrs.Hanington, Twyford. The show of fruit was excellent.
The annual Cucumber Feast was held last week at the George Inn, Alresford; when the 1st prize
was awarded to Pullinger, gardener to E.Knight, Esq. Chawton House; 2d to Stoner, gardener to Lady Rich, Shirley House; 3d to Day, gardener to R.Lang, Esq. of Moore Park, near Farnham. An excellent dinner was served, up by Mr.Wright, which was most numerously and respectably attended, and a very liberal subscription was made for the next year.
The disturbance of the cliffs at Mudeford, by the late storms, has exposed to the researches of the
curious, many interesting and hitherto undescribed antediluvian rareties.� These discoveries have enabled Mrs.Greenwood to add to her collection a beautiful, but imperfect, specimen of a fossil turtle, the only one that has ever been found in the neighbourhood of Mudeford.
To the paragraph which appeared in the Journal of last week respecting the new Organ erected in the Independent Chapel, Ringwood, should have been added, that it is to be paid for by the voluntary subscriptions of the congregation and friends. Organist, George Benson.
A main of cocks was fought at Up-Hursthourne on the 14th inst. between Wiltshire and Hampshire, and was won by the former. Hants gained the 1st, 3d, and fifth battles; Wilts won the 2d, 4th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th battle. After the first four battles, 5 to 4 was freely offered on Hampshire, in consequence of the supposed superior condition of their fowls.
Died on the 2d of February last, Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Richard Randell, late of Ashley, Hants; she was the only daughter of Thomas Neville, of Colchester, Essex, Esq. and was one of the best of Christians her greatest enemy confessed her to be rigidly virtuous.
On the 18th inst. died Emily, the daughter of Mr.Henry Doller, of this city, saddler .
On Monday last died at Christchurch, aged 23, Mr.W.C.Smith, nephew and assistant to the late George Adams, Esq. , banker, whom he survived only 7 months. His estimable qualities have caused, among all who had intercourse with him, a universal and unfeigned regret for his loss.
On Monday last died at Romsey, Mrs.Hamley, daughter of the late Major Seward, of the same place.
On Monday last an inquest was taken by Mr.Todd at Lymington, on view of the body of Louisa Woodford, an aged widow lady, who the day before was found dead in her bed. Verdict, "Died by the visitation of God."
Committed to the County Gaol :- Thos Ware, for not finding sureties for his appearance at the sessions for an assault. - Charles Boyles, of the parish of Warblington, for assaulting his wife, and putting her in bodily fear of her life. Wm.Wilkins, of Droxford, for assaulting Thomas Tier in the execution of his duty.
LYMINGTON; March 25, - A daring attempt at robbery was made on a gentleman in his gig, about a mile from the Hunters Inn, on the high road to Lyndhurst, at five o'clock in the afternoon of Tuesday last, by two footpads, one of whom seized the horse by the bridoon, but the horse being spirited, he dashed forward. by which the fellow lost his hold, and the gentleman making good use of his whip, the villains thought proper to make off across the forest, towards Woodlands, without effecting their purpose. One of them was a tall man, wearing a hair cap and a carter's dark coloured frock; the other was a short man, in the dress of a sailor, with a straw hat covered with canvas. They were both shabbily dressed.
On the 18th inst died, after a short illness, Sarah the wife of Mr.John Salter; yeoman, of Woodside, near Lymington, in the 59th year of her age.
Salisbury
Monday, March 28, 1825.
The Marquess of Anglesey has presented the Rev.Charles Bowle, M.A. Minister of Wimborne, Dorset
to the Vicarage of Milborne Port, Somerset, vacant by the resignation of the Lord Bishop of Hereford.
Commission in the Dorsetshire Regiment of Militia signed by the Lord Lieutenant of the County -
William Thomas Cook, Esq. to be Captain, vice Meggs, deceased. -Gazette, March 22.
A petition to Parliament from the proprietors of public seminaries in Wilts is now in course of signature, praying for a remission of the House and Window Taxes, which fall heavier on them than any other class of the community; shop windows being now exempt, as well as those in manufactories.
On Monday last was married, by the Rev.C Jervis, James King, Esq, of Chiselden, in this county,
to Miss Charlotte Neyler, of Cheltenham.
On the 16th inst. died at Teffont Magna, in the 24th year of his age, Mr.George Collier, late of the
city of Bristol.
On Monday last died at Blackheath. Charles, the infant son of Samuel Emly, Esq. of Essex Court, Temple.
On Monday last died, Henry Edward, the infant son of Mr.Finley, the Master of the Ceremonies
of this city.
On Monday last died, at Newtontony, Mrs.Reid, widow of the late Mr.Reid, of Allington, in this
county
The following prisoners, who were sentenced to transportation at our late assizes, were removed from
Fisherton Gaol on Thursday last, and put on board the York convict hulk lying off Gosport :-
For Fourteen Years.- Wm. Bailey (aged 15), for picking the pocket of Jacob Santner, at Devizes.
For Seven Years.- Thomas Flower, for embezzling property with intent to defraud the trustees of the Melksham turnpike; Walter Hedges, for robbing the shop of Wm.Shakespeare, at Devizes; Isaac Bullock, for stealing 3 silver spoons from the house of Mr.Ed.Cooper, at Staverton; Geo.Capel, for stealing sugar from the wagon of John Provis at Warminster; Rob.Brown, for stealing various articles from John Smith, at Bradford ; and Thos.Bull, Wm.Kite, and Isaac Kite, for stealing poultry from W.A.Lawes, at Tilshead.
CHILD MURDER. -An inquest was a few days since held before W.Ayde, Esq. on the body of a
recently born infant. The mother, whose name is Maria Green, was a servant to Mr.Heath, of Quemerford, and the infant was found in her box, deprived of life. A surgeon who had examined it, deposed, that in his opinion it had been born alive, and that it had afterwards been strangled. The Jury, in consequence, returned a verdict of Wilful Murder against the mother; and Mr.Adye issued his warrant for her committal. She is not yet, however sufficiently, recovered to be removed.
French Seeds
Just arrived, and now on SALE, 90 Bales of superior Red Clover Seed, 60 Quarters of Sainfoin Seed, of two kinds, large and small.
Apply to Edward Langdon Oke, Southampton, March 26, 1825
To Parents and Guardians
Medical Profession
WANTED, by a Surgeon and Apothecary in extensive practice, - A genteel Youth, as an Apprentice. For further particulars apply (if by letter, post-paid) to A.B. at Mr.Musgrave's, Chemist and Druggist, Salisbury.
LINEN AND MANCHESTER WAREHOUSE.
MARKET PLACE, SALISBURY.
N.R.ILES respectfully informs his Friends and the Public, that he is now in London,
selecting GOODS of all descriptions, calculated to the approaching Season, which he will have the pleasure of submitting to their inspection in a few day, on unusually Low Terms.
CATHERINE STREET, SARUM.
J.D.RANGER, CONFECTIONER, takes, this opportunity of returning thanks to his
numerous. Friends for favours already conferred, and
begs to assure them no pains or expence will he spared in
order to render Goods, had at his Shop, of the very best quality, and on the most reasonable terms.
N.B. Soups, Made Dishes, Jellies, Blanchmanges, &c. &c. &c. sent to any distance.
H.HARDIMAN, UPHOLSTER, Cabinet-Maker, and Paper Hanger,
Silver-street, near the Poultry Cross, SALISBURY, respectfully returns his most great acknowledgements to the Nobility, Clergy, Gentry, and the Public in general, for the very liberal patronage he has received since he has been in business, and earnestly solicits a continuance of their favours. All who honour him with their commands may depend on being supplied with the best articles of manufacture, and on the lowest possible terms.
He requests an inspection of his large Assortment of his modern SPRING PAPER PATTERNS; they are from the choicest selections of the best manufacturers. His Stock is large, and from his long experience in London and
Bath, he is enabled to put up papers in a way much superior to the generality of the trade, and at a much more reasonable rate.--His SPRING PATTERN FLOOR CLOTHS are of the most superior texture, of excellent,
manufacture, and remarkably low in price.
WANTED immediately,--A Young Man as an ASSISTANT in the HAT and Hosiery Trade. None need apply but those who perfectly understand the business. --For particulars enquire (if by letter, post-paid) to Mr.I.Taplin, Silver-street, Salisbury. An Apprentice Wanted.
TO STONE MASONS AND SAWYERS. THREE or FOUR GOOD STONE-MASONS,
and a good SAWYER, may have immediate, employ by applying personally, or by letters, post-paid, to Charles Brown, statuary and mason, Salisbury.
To Plumbers and Glaziers.
Wanted immediately, Two steady Men, who well understand their business as Plumbers and Glaziers. Constant employment will be given. - Apply (if by letter, post-paid) to William and Robert Courtney, plumbers, Romsey Hants.
March 26th, 1825
ALL Persons having any Claims or Demands on the Estate of Mr.James Carpenter, late of Beckington, Somerset, mealman, deceased, are requested to send the particulars of their accounts to Mr.Benjamin Crabb, of Tellisford, or Mr.Forehead Singer, of Berkeley, the Executors. And Persons who stand indebted to the said Estate are requested to pay their debts forthwith to the said Executors.
Elijah Bush, Solicitor.
Trowbridge, March 26, 1825.
TWO GUINEAS REWARD.
WHEREAS on the 15th inst. William Burden, labourer, who has for some time been residing in the parish of Wellow, in the county of Hants, Absconded, and left his Wife and three
children chargeable to the parish of Whiteparish, in the county of Wilts. -- The above Reward, with all reasonable expences, will be paid by the Overseers of the parish of Whiteparish, to any person who shall apprehend, or cause
to be apprehended, the said William Burden, and bring him to the Overseers of Whiteparish.
The said William Burden is aged 37 years, 5 feet 6 inches high, fresh complexion, brown hair, grey eyes, has a cast with his left eye, stout made; generally wears a short round frock, corduroy small clothes, quarter laced boots, worsted stockings, and has a velveteen jacket with him
WHITEPARISH, March 25, 1825
SOUTHAMPTON.
TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr.
MECEY, on the premises, No.1, Brunswick Place, on Monday, March the 28th, 1825, at eleven o'clock.-
All the genteel FURNITURE and Effects of a gentleman leaving Southampton, and new within the last year : comprising four-post and other bedsteads, with carved mahogany pillars and printed cotton and moreen hangings; goose-feather beds and bedding; Turkey, Brussels, and Kidderminster carpets. In mahogany are dining room chairs, wardrobes, chests of drawers, loo, dining, card, Pembroke, and other tables; capital eight-day clock, in mahogany case; china, glass, kitchen requisites, and other effects.
May be viewed the morning of sale, until the auction begins, when catalogues may be had at the White Horse,. Romsey; Crown, Lyndhurst; Angel, Lymington; on the premises, and of the auctioneer, Southampton.
LYNDHURST, NEW FOREST.
To be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr.
MECEY, on the premises at Rosiere, on Wednesday, March 30, 1825, at 11o'dock, -All the HOUSE-HOLD FURNITURE, and Effects, the property of Robert Woodifield, Esq.; comprising four-post and other bedsteads, with printed cotton and dimity hangings, goose-feather beds and bedding, mahogany dining card, Pembroke, and other tables, bureau and bookcases, elegant 26 in. mirror, rosewood card, loo, and sofa tables, two elegant Turkey carpets nearly new, china, glass, eight-day clock, pair of globes by Adams, double and single chests of drawers, sideboard, 30 pewter water plates,
venison dish, kitchen requisites, double-barrel fowling piece by Mortimer, and other effects.
May be viewed the day preceding the sale, when catalogues
may be had on the premises, at the Crown, Lyndhurst; Angel, Lymington; White Horse, Romsey; and of the Auctioneer, Southampton.
Wanted, --- Any Number of good Workmen, to Pare and Burn Land on Cerne Hill, Dorsetshire.
For particulars apply personally, or if by letter, post-paid, to John Furmedge, jun., Mapperton, near Beaminster, Dorset.
Mapperton, March 25. 1825.
NOTICE is hereby given, That if JAMES BAKER, formerly of WINFRITH, in the county of
Dorset, brother of ROBERT BAKER, heretofore of CIRENCESTER, but late of Andover, officer of excise, deceased, or SAMUEL BAKER and PETER BAKER, sons of the said James Baker, or MICHAEL BAKER, son of Michael Baker, of Wool, in the county of Dorset, 2nd nephew of the said Robert Baker, or any or either of them will apply to James Baker, of Andover, currier,
and James Saunders, of Over Wallop, in the county of Southampton, maltster, Executors under the will of the
said Robert Baker, or to Messrs.Fleet and Brewer, solicitors, Andover, they will hear of something to their advantage.- No application will be attended to unless made within six months from the date hereof, and all letter's must be post-paid.
Webb and Attwood, Salisbury.