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1847 NEWS

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7 MAY 1847, Friday

MR. ADAMS - We understand that the chair of Natural Philosophy in the University of St. Andrew's has been offered to this gentleman; but we do not know whether the discoverer of Neptune will consider it worth his while to accept even this dignity. We much fear that in several respects he would, by accepting it, incur a pecuniary sacrifice to a large amount. The salary attached to the professorship is very small, and as the number of students at St. Andrew's is exceedingly limited, the emolument arising from fees would not, at the utmost, exceed GBP90 per annum.

APOTHECARIES' HALL - On the 29th ultimo, Mr. RICHARD ELIOT WEST, of Camelford, and House Surgeon of University College Hospital, London, was admitted a Licentiate of the above institution.

FALMOUTH - H.M.S. "Thetis," 36, Capt. CODRINGTON, put into this port on Wednesday week, bound from Portsmouth to Lisbon, with a large quantity of provisions and stores, also supernumeraries for Sir W. PARKER'S squadron on the Tagus. She was at anchor outside the Castle until Thursday, when she shifted her birth to Carrick Roads. The Marquis and Marchioness of Queensbury were on board, the latter having been recommended to recruit her health by a temporary residence in the Mediterranean.

BURGLARY - On Wednesday morning last, some thieves broke open the shop of Mr. NICHOLAS REED, of Carthew, in the parish of Wendron, and stole therefrom ten shillings in money. A quantity of tobacco, tea, and several other articles. The guilty parties have hitherto escaped detection.

COURT HOUSE, SCILLY - Last week, EZEKIEL COUTH, of the Coast Guard Station, St. Mary's, was charged before AUGUSTUS SMITH, and W. L. BLEWETT, Esquire, by P. CAZAL, a French seaman, belonging to the brigantine "Renaissance," with having assaulted and beaten him over the head with a pistol, which he had previously fired at him. Couth was fined 5s. and costs, amounting together to 13s. 6d.

STEALING MINE CANDLES - JOHN JEFFERY, a miner at Consols Mine, in the parish of Gwennap, was lately committed by FREDERICK ROGERS, Esq., at the office of Messrs. PENDER and GENN, Falmouth, to take his [.......?] at the next county sessions, for stealing three pounds of candles belonging to his comrade [...... ......?] were taken by the prisoner from a box in the [..... .......?] house.

ROBBERY IN A DWELLING HOUSE - A person calling himself MATTHIAS THOMAS LOMILE, of Liverpool (who is well-known as a person pretending to be subject to fits), was committed by the Rev. R. M. CARICKE[?], on Saturday week, to take his trial at the next coming sessions, for stealing a watch from JAMES STILL, of Mawnan. The prosecutor left his house on the morning of the 21st ultimo, when his watch was hanging on the dresser in the kitchen. Still's wife, in the afternoon had to leave the house for a few minutes, and on her return the watch was missing. She immediately went and informed her husband of the loss, and he having shortly before seen the prisoner pass at the bottom of one of his fields where he was working, sent to a constable of Mawnan to pursue him, which he did, and found the watch upon the prisoner.

DREADFUL DEATH - On the 29th ultimo, as JOHN STEPHENS, late of the parish of Breage, was returning to Liskeard from West Caradone mine, where he had been working, he got on a copper ore waggon to ride, when the handle of the check screw falling under one of the wheels, caused the waggon to lurch, and threw him to the ground. The poor man fell under the fore wheel, which passed over him, and fractured the pelvis to such an extent that he expired before he reached Liskeard. He was only 26 years of age, and was highly respected by the agents of the mine and all who knew him.

CORONERS' INQUESTS - The following inquests have been held by W. HICHENS, Esq., since our last report. On the 30th ultimo, at Gulval, on the body of JANE NINNIS, aged about 27 years. The deceased went to milk her cow on the evening of the 25th, and whilst sitting under it, in the act of milking, was seized with great pain in her head, which obliged her to desist therefrom. She went from thence with the bucket to her mother-in-law's house, and after complaining of her pain, [...?] asking her to finish the milking for her, she returned to her own house. She there threw herself on a bed, but the pain was so intense that she could not remain there, and in a few minutes went down into the kitchen, where she shortly after fell on the floor in a state of insensibility, from which she recovered partially after a short time, and asked for some tea, which was given to her. She soon, however, again lost her senses and was taken up stairs in that state; in which she remained to the time of her death, about nine o'clock that same evening. Mr. MOYLE, of Penzance, surgeon, was sent for, but before he arrived she had expired. He attributed her death to apoplexy. Verdict, accidental death.

On Wednesday last, an inquest was held at St. Agnes, before J. CARLYON, Esq., coroner, on the body of FRANCIS THOMAS, a miner, aged 67[?] years. It appeared that on Tuesday afternoon last, the deceased went out apparently perfectly well to plough in some of his fields, but he had not been working more than more than ten minutes before he complained of losing his breath, and he expired almost immediately. Mr. DOBLE, surgeon, was of opinion that he died of a disease of the heart, and the jury returned a verdict to that effect.

14 MAY 1847, Friday

HELSTON FLORA DAY - This ancient festival was held on Monday last, in consequence of the 8th falling on the Saturday. The morning was beautifully fine and, as usual, ushered in "at the Huht[?] of any day O!" by the well-known fraternity of "Hal-law-law," following by parties of dancers, who had been enjoying themselves in the country, bringing in "the summer and the May O!" The bells pealed merrily forth, and the several bands played enlivening airs through the streets; thus the time rolled on till one o'clock, when the gentry assembled for the dance, which was led by Mrs. A. ROGERS, and Mr. T. B. TYACKE, followed by a numerous train, including some of Cornwall's fairest daughters. Party succeeded party until the evening closed in, and thus the day concluded, being the gayest that has been remembered for many a year. The ball in the evening was well and fashionably attended, and dancing was kept up till a late hour. The music performed by Emidy's band including some of the newest description, and gave entire satisfaction to all present.

WESLEYAN METHODIST ASSOCIATION MISSIONS - The anniversary of the Launceston Branch Society in aid of these missions, was held in the Association chapel in that town, on Tuesday, the 4th instant, and was attended by the Rev. J. DARKE, and H. BREEDEN, as a deputation from the annual assembly; who, with the Revds. J. HORSEY, independent minister, and H. WILLIAMS, delivered powerful and interesting addresses to a very respectable audience. The collections on the occasion were very liberal.

COUNTY SMALL DEBTS COURT - Falmouth - This Court was opened at Falmouth on Saturday last, before G. G. KEKEWICH, Esq., Judge, R. WHITE, Esq., being clerk of the court. Applications were first made respecting the service of summonses. Mr. COX, ironmonger, applied for a summons against ANN MAGOR, of 21, Watling Street, London; but his Honor reserved the point, stating that as there was no court of this description in London, he was not certain if he could grant a summons, there being no office for the service of it. Mr. Cox then applied for a summons against a party out of the district, RICE LAWRY, of St. Mawes, which was granted as was also a summons applied for by Mr. H. O. BULLMORE, against JAMES JONES, residing in Somersetshire, who owed GBP5 for rent when living at Falmouth. The cases were then called on, and several were settled, while most of the others presented no feature of public interest, being merely claims by shopkeepers, &c., for the value of groceries, provisions, beer, and other articles, supplied to defendants. An order was made, in most instances, for payment of the debt by instalments.

In a claim by JAMES WYNN against CATHERINE STIVENS, neither plaintiff nor defendant appeared, but Mr. E. BENNETT, a house agent, applied for leave to conduct the case. His Honor, however, declined hearing it unless the plaintiff appeared in person, or by an attorney; and Mr. Bennett being only a witness, the case was adjourned until the next court. In the case of THOMAS ANDREW v. WILLIAM HOCKING, which was withdrawn, as defendant pleaded infancy, Mr. MOORMAN applied to the court for defendant's costs, he having incurred expense in putting in his answer &c. The Judge reserved his decision on this application until the next court. One of the plaintiffs who was unsatisfied with the order of the Judge on a defendant to pay ten shillings a month only, hurried out of the court and refused to pay the fees of hearing, upon which his Honor stated that if any person should act in like manner in future, he should grant a warrant to compel payment of the fees. Mr. Bullmore resigned the office of High-bailiff, and Mr. W. R. ELLIS, was appointed in his place. The court was adjourned until the 5th of June next.

ST AUSTELL - The new small debts' court was opened here on the 6th instant, by the judge, GEORGE GRENVILLE KEKEWICH, Esq., and EDMUND CARLYON, Esq., clerk. There were upwards of sixty cases brought into court and in every case the decision was in favour of the plaintiff, except one, which was lost for want of evidence to prove the delivery of the goods. The next sitting will be held on the third of June, when it is expected there will be a great increase of business.

CAMELFORD - The first court under the new act for the recovery of small debts was held at the Town Hall on Thursday last, before W. MACKWORTH PRAED, Esq., the judge. There were thirteen causes on the list, about one half of which were claims by E. GRANGER, beer-shop keeper, in the parish of St. Teath, for beer supplied to labourers in Delabole Slate Quarries, the amounts varying from 5s. to 20s. Most of the defendants admitted that they owed something, but not so much as was demanded; but the plaintiff's accounts appearing to be fairly kept, he had verdicts in every case, and the judge strongly urged the defendants not to buy or order beer unless they had the money to pay for it promptly.

RATE OF MORTALITY - With regard to this county, the returns are, as usual, from the districts of Redruth and Penzance, containing a population of about 100,000 inhabitants. In the Redruth district 252 deaths have occurred during the past quarter, the number of deaths in the corresponding quarter of last year having been 220. The registrar remarks the death of more than an ordinary number of old persons above the age of seventy. In the Penzance district, the return is 290 deaths during the past quarter, the number for the corresponding period of last year having been 234. The Penance registrar remarks that the deaths have been principally among old and young persons. From St. Just it is reported that the deaths have been above the average, but without any epidemic disease. They have been principally among very old and young persons; fifteen occurred under one years, and twelve at upwards of sixty years.

THE BAR - Mr. STOCK, Barrister, of the Western Circuit, has been appointed Recorder of Winchester, in the room of Mr. W. BURGE.

GRATIFYING COMPLIMENT - At the annual meeting of the members of the Reform Club, London, on Wednesday, the 5th instant, W. H. BOND, Esq., their late secretary, and now secretary of the Cornwall Railway, was unanimously elected an honorary life member of that institution. This, we believe, is the only instance that has occurred of so spontaneous an expression of cordial approval having been manifested towards a retired secretary, by the members of any similar institution.

CORN RIOT AT WADEBRIDGE - On Wednesday afternoon last, about three o'clock, a body of miners from St. Austell, Roche, and Luxulayn, to the number of two hundred and upwards, entered this town to prevent corn from being shipped, and declared their determination to have a supply of that article at their own prices. There being no corn shipping on that day, they collected round the cellars on the Quay, in which there were some three or four hundred bushels of barley, and threatened that unless their wants were supplied, they would break open the cellars. EDWARD STEPHENS, Esq., of Trew........?, a magistrate, was immediately sent for, and the principal inhabitants and farmers met at the Institution, to adopt measures in case the men proceeded to extremities. On the arrival of Mr. Stephens, he, accompanied by a number of other persons, proceeded to the spot to endeavour to induce the rioters to disperse; and, on Mr. Stephens addressing them, he and his companions were fiercely attacked. Previous to the arrival of the magistrate, the cellars had been broken open, and the men were proceeding to fill the sacks with which they were supplied, but no corn was removed. There being now serious apprehensions as to the result of these proceedings, it was deemed advisable to organise a force for the purpose of protecting the property that was in danger. About one hundred of the respectable inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood were accordingly at once sworn in special constables, and kept themselves in readiness at the Reading Room, to take such steps as circumstances might require. The rioters sent a message towards evening, stating that if the magistrate would pledge himself that the corn should not be shipped, they would disperse; but this he did not feel himself at liberty to do. After some time, however, they were induced to quit the town, and they left, apparently with the intention of going to their homes. The magistrate and special constables still remained on duty, and intended to continue until it should be quite certain that the men would not return again for the night. Great praise is due to Mr. Stephens, the only magistrate present, for the spirit with which he [...ed?] on the occasions; for although he received a very severe blow on the head from a bludgeon of one of the miners, yet he stood against them with undaunted strength. Capt. NOTT, of the preventive service, arrived in the course of the evening, and immediately despatched messengers to Padstow and other stations in the neighbourhood for the preventive men under his command. Our correspondent concludes by stating that at eleven o'clock on Wednesday night, news was brought in that some portion of the men were assembled in Trevi.....n?, a farm on the road side, and that a party of special constables were gone thither - the others remained at the Reading Room during the night.

MINE ACCIDENTS - A serious accident occurred at Ruby and Galidno mines on Monday last, to two miners named BARTLE and DUNSTAN, by the premature explosion of a hole which they were in the act of tamping. The internal injuries received by Bartle are so serious that no hopes are entertained of his surviving it; but Dunstan, who is also greatly cut about the head and face is in a fair way of recovery. A boy who was engaged wheeling the stuff from the level, and had but just left the end, narrowly escaped being struck with the tamping bar, which was thrown so forcibly against the back, close by where he was standing, that it was broken in two pieces.

On Monday last, a miner named PEARCE was greatly injured at the lower engine shaft of the Callington Mines, by an explosion, and now lies in a very precarious state.

ST. AGNES CONSOLS MINES - The great [......... ......tion?] at present prevails in St. Agnes in consequence of these mines having suspended working, by which upwards of one thousand men and children are suddenly thrown out of employ; and unless the working be speedily resumed, a state of misery and destitution must ensue equal to that now existing in the worst parts of Ireland. The operations in these have been suspended in consequence of a decree for the sale of the materials having been obtained from the Stannaries' Court at the suit of one of the creditors. It is to be hoped however, that as these mines have been making for some time past a profit, the difficulty will soon be got over, and the impending misery averted.

CORONER'S INQUEST - On Friday last, an inquest was held before W. HICHENS, Esq., coroner, in the parish of Illogan, on the body of PHILIP WILKINS, aged about eight years. The deceased left his home at Pool, in that parish, about twelve o'clock at noon, on the 5th instant, and as it appeared, went from thence to Portreath, and descended the cliff near the Light House there, where he employed himself with several other boys in gathering limpets. After some little time, the lads left the rocks to ascend the cliff on their way home; the deceased did not accompany the rest, but went in another direction, saying at the same time he was going a nearer way. The boy not returning, alarm was of course felt for his safety; and not having been seen by any one since he left the other boys to ascent the cliff, it was naturally supposed that some accident had befallen him in the course of doing so. Search was consequently made about the rocks near the spot, and the body was found among the oar weed there. There were many bruises and injuries about the face and head of the deceased; but whether they were received in falling, or were caused by being washed about in the surf afterwards, could not be ascertained. The jury returned a verdict of "found dead."

THE FLAMANK FAMILY - To the Editor of the West Briton. Sir, - The West Briton utters its voice in so many parts of England, and a remark relating to the extinction of an old family, or the birth of a new one, is so likely to be echoed by many other journals, (which has been exemplified in the case to which I have before referred) that I will trouble you with two or three lines as a summary of the results which have arisen from an investigation of old documents, &c., occasioned by the erroneous statement that R. FLAMANK, Esq., of Bodmin, was the last male descendant of the Flamank family. 1st. - That there is no evidence of lineal descent from the original stock to recent times; but it appears probable that (as is frequently the case) the direct line having become extinct, the family consisted of collateral branches. Thus, there are records of two at one period, in another of three, and at the close of the fifteenth century four branches of the family, (and these, probably, branches of a branch) all of whom - with a slight variation in the marshalling or arrangement - bore the same arms. The heads of these four were ROGER FLAMOCKE, HENRY FLAMACKE, GILBERT FLAMACKE, and JOHN FLAMOCKE. (The number of branches existing at various times may be inferred from what LYSONS says - "the Flamancks, whose name still continues, though most of the landed property has passed to the heiresses of elder branches." Magn. Brit. Cornwall, p. lxvil. The bearing of the same arms as those of an ancestor would not prove the existence of a direct line, for, as Gwillam says, "Armes or armorial tokens, pertaining to some particular family, doe descend to every peculiar person extracted from the same agnation, whether they be heires to their father or grandfather or not." Display of Heraldrie, Sec. 1. chap. 1. Conjecture, of course, may do pretty much in regard to direct descent, and play the same vagaries with genealogies as with verbal derivations.) 2nd. - That Boscarne was not occupied by any of the Flamanks until the fifteenth century, or about four hundred years after the first records of the family. 3rd. - And now we come to the principal point - that Gonrolson, in St. Enoder, was for a considerable time the seat of a branch of the Flamanks. The antiquarian and historians, who have pronounced a decision on the residents at Boscarne, have distinctly said that this was a genuine branch of the Flamank family, and that they bore the same arms as those of Boscarne. The last resident of Gonrolson, (a copy of whose will not lies before me) died in 1720. The estate, soon after, was sold to the Hawkins family, and was in the possession of Sir CHRISTOPHER HAWKINS. 4th. - That a part, at least of those who are now called Flamank, can trace their descent, in the clearest manner, from the last occupant of Gonrolson; and the lineal descendant of that gentleman is now living. 5th. - That, although the Rev. WILLIAM PHILLIPS may take the name of Flamank, he will not be the representative of the Flamank family. As this is a matter (although connected with the history of the county) of only partial interest; and, as what I have said may be deemed sufficient for confuting the statement which had been made. I will not occupy more of your attention. I am, your very obedient servant, A. May 7, 1847.

THE FLAMANK FAMILY - To the Editor of the West Briton. Sir, - I observe that "A," in your paper of the 30th ult., states that several male descendants of the family of Flamank are now living. Having understood that the present Flamanks can only trace their descent to JOHN FLAMANK, of Goonrownson[?], St. Enoder, "A," will be able to show the relationship (if any) which existed between the common ancestor of the existing Flamanks, (John Flamank, of St. Enoder), and the ancient family for so many centuries resident at Boscarne. I am, Sir, Your obediently, CORNUBIENSIS. May 8, 1847.

FALMOUTH POLICE - On Wednesday last, Mr. BARAGWANETH[?] innkeeper, was brought before J. HILL, and J. CORNISH, Esqrs., magistrates, charged with six cases of evading the duties on letting post horses. Two of the cases were withdrawn, as the collector of excise had been called on by the gentleman for whose child the horses had been lent for a short airing without charge. The defendant was also prepared to prove that in the other cases no charge had been made; but having given a ticket in a case in which he had lent the horse to an acquaintance to go to Penryn and not made the entry in his book, the decision was against him. In this case, and another in which he pleaded guilty, the lowest fine of GBP5 was inflicted, and the remaining two cases were not gone into.

OBTAINING MONEY UNDER FALSE PRETENCES - On Tuesday last, JOHN BURROWS, a butcher, of Truro, was charged before W. P. KEMPE, Esq., magistrate, with obtaining money under false pretences from WM. KNIGHT, also a butcher, of Truro. It appeared that last Christmas, Burrows was indebted to Knight for meat, and the latter agreed to take some furniture of the former, which, however, being of more value that the debt, it was agreed that Burrows, should have the balance in instalments of money, and in meat when he wanted it. He had meat on different occasions, but last week he told Mr. Knight that he had purchased sheep and lambs of Mr. WARNE, a farmer of Perran.......?, and a calf of another farmer who live on an adjoining estate. He persuaded Mr. Knight to take the sheep, &c., of him, and on Thursday, the 6th instant, they went to [P....nooth?] together, and on arriving there, Burrows obtained the money off Mr. Knight in order to pay for the animals and have them taken home. He took the opportunity, however, of making off with the money, and Mr. Knight ascertained on inquiry, that no such purchases had been made him. He afterwards met with Burrows in Truro, when the latter stated that he intended to keep the money in place of the debt between them. The accused was remanded for trial.

21 MAY 1847, Friday

COUNTY SMALL DEBTS COURT - Redruth - In the case of J. C. LANYON, in which an order for immediate payment was made by the court, the plaintiff applied for a warrant to apprehend the defendant. The court said that had the summons been personally served on defendant, the warrant might have been immediately granted; but as the service had not been personal, the defendant could not be apprehended.

In the case of HARRIS v. CHAPPLE, Mr. BENNALLACK pleaded the privilege of the defendant as being a miner, and claimed for him that he should only be sued in the Court of the Lord-Warden of the Stannaries. Mr. Bennallack reiterated the arguments which he submitted to the Court at Truro, and very ably put the case of the miners' claim of privilege before the Judge, who, however, ruled that in a mining district, where almost every man was at least constructively a miner, to yield this claim of privilege would be to render the small debts act a perfect nullity; and believing the act intended to give the two courts concurrent jurisdiction, he overruled the objection.

ST COLUMB - This court was opened in the Board-Room of the Union Workhouse on Saturday last, there being a large number of persons in attendance. Mr. WHITFORD, attorney, made application for a summons against JAMES JACKA, residing in the Truro district, who is indebted GBP18 to him and his partner, as a balance of rent for a tenement at Perranzabuloe, which Jacka had rented of them as tenant from year to year; and as Jacka had entered into an agreement at their office at St. Columb he considered that the cause of action arose in this district, though the use and occupation was out of this district. The agreement with Jacka was merely a verbal one, but it could be proved. The Judge at first said he doubted whether the cause of action did not arise in the district where the occupation was; but after a short consideration of the matter his Honor allowed the summons. Mr. Whitford then made application for a summons against EDWARD POWELL, who resides in the St. Austell district; the occupation and agreement was in the St. Columb district, though defendant never occupied the tenement himself - he sub-let it. The summons was allowed. An application was then made by Mr. Whitford for a summons on behalf of Messrs. HAWKEY NICHOLLS and CO., v. JOHN HOSKINS, Ironmonger, St. Austell, for GBP10. 8s. 8d., being balance of a bill of exchange. Mr. Whitford said the plaintiffs were bankers in the St. Columb district, and discounted a GBP50 bill of exchange, which was presented in due course, but returned to them dishonoured; payments had been made to bring down the balance to GBP10. 8s. 8d. Defendant had never lived in the St. Columb district; but the bill was discounted there, and therefore, he submitted, the cause of action arose there. The summons was allowed.

In the case of Mr. WILLIAM MOORMAN, the younger, surgeon, of St. Columb, v. JOHN MARTYN, of Roach, in the St. Austell district, - a claim for visits and medicine, plaintiff applied for a summons on the ground that the order for attendance was given and the medicine delivered at his surgery at St. Columb, which placed the cause of action in that district. Summons allowed.

In the case of THOMAS v. JEWELL, plaintiff applied for a summons against defendant who now lives in the St. Austell district, for GBP5. 19s., for goods sold and delivered, and for expenses incurred at the Stannaries Court. Defendant had accepted a bill for the amount claimed, and as the goods were had and the bill accepted at St. Columb, plaintiff submitted that the cause of action is one in that district. The summons was allowed.

ST STEPHEN'S COOMBE INSTITUTION - The third annual meeting of the members of this institution, which originated in the autumn of 1844, took place on Wednesday, the 12th instant, in the school-room, Mr. ARTHUR in the chair. The meeting commenced about half-past seven o'clock, when a numerous and respectable company were present, the majority of whom viewing this institution as likely to produce beneficial results, had watched the progress with much interest, and were pleased to find it going on prosperously. After the secretary had read the report, he delivered an address to young persons on the importance of beginning early to give attention to their conduct. Mr. SINCLAIR of Plymouth, then addressed the meeting with his usual energy and eloquence; and strongly inculcated perseverance in their present laudable pursuit. On the motion of the secretary, the thanks of the assembly were voted to Mr. Sinclair for his lucid discourse that evening, and the valuable aid he had given them during the past season. The company present were then entertained with the national anthem, which was performed by the Coombe brass band, and separated highly delighted with the proceedings of the evening.

ST AGNES CONSOLS - We stated last week that the working of these mines had been suspended through an injunction issued from the Stannaries Court, at the [....?] of one of the creditors, by which unfortunate [..........?] nearly one thousand persons were thrown out of employ, and placed in very destitute circumstances. On Monday last, sixteen men and five lads, who had worked at these mines came to Truro, and applied to Mr. NANKIVELL, one of the borough magistrates, for leave to beg around the town. This, of course, could not be permitted, but the miners were directed to go to the butter market, where Mr. Nankivell and Captain KEMPE afterwards came and heard what they had to say. The men gave a truly affecting account of the state of distress to which they and their families were reduced. Some of them said they had not tasted anything for the day, and that their wives and children were at home starving, having nothing in their houses but water. One of the miners - an old man - seemed particularly affected, saying that as soon as the mines were suspended, their credit was stopped at the shops, which, indeed, they could not but expect; but the consequence was that they could get no provisions except through the parochial relief. This they had applied for, having seen the overseer of St. Agnes, and one of the guardians, who had refused to give them present relief, but told them to come again to-morrow, when they would see about getting them to work. The men said, they could not wait until that time, for in the interim they and their families were starving, and they had consequently come to Truro to see what relief they could obtain. Some of them said they were owed wages, but could not get paid at present, the mine having been stopped working through being in debt. The men were extremely orderly and well-conducted, and after hearing their case, the magistrates directed them to be allowed casual relief; and application having them made in the parish of St. Mary, Mr. JOSEPH BARRETT, the overseer, in the absence of the relieving officer, gave each of the applicants a four pound loaf of bread, which they received in the most thankful manner, and immediately left for their homes. They were [.........?] and on their way back on Mr. HALL, the relieving officer of Feoke district, and if their wants were not attended to they were directed to come to the meeting of the board of guardians on the following Wednesday. We are glad to hear that the miners have again been set to work although only to a partial extent.

SUSPENSION OF A BANKRUPT'S CERTIFICATE - In the Exeter District Court of Bankruptcy, on Friday last, NICHOLAS TREVENEN HAWKE, late of Penzance, grocer, applied for his certificate. He was opposed by Mr. JOHN H. TERRELL, on the part of the petitioning creditors, Messrs. STUBBS and CO. of London, on the ground of reckless trading. Previous to entering into business, the bankrupt filled a clerk's situation, having a salary of GBP100 a year. He lent a friend some money to assist him in business as a tea-dealer, but he failing, by which he lost GBP150, the bankrupt took on the trade which the other relinquished, in the hope of regaining his money. He had a nominal capital of about GBP50, but he owed debts amounting to GBP160. In the course of fifteen months his debts increased to GBP1,520, and his assets had only amounted to GBP280. He had set down his profits at GBP373. 15s. 10d., while his trade expenses had amounted to GBP407, and his household expenses to GBP117, making together GBP524, in the course of the fifteen months he had been in business. The commissioner suspended the certificate for twelve months.

THE LATE Mr. FLAMANK, OF BODMIN - It is denied that this gentleman was the last male descendant of the ancient family of Boscarne. It may be so, but who continues the line? It is worth investigating as a point of local history. There is an old saying in Bodmin - The Flamicks are Shammicks, But the Flamanks are men of noble rank. But why this contrast? The Shammicks are of no mean origin, neither scanty in number nor despicable in profession, - boasting a pure Spanish blood, though a little mulish. In the orderly days of Queen Bess they stood in due rank and file according to seniority in the market of Bodmin, - then, as Carew says, like a fair from the confluence of the people. Who now dares offend them? Apud le Bone. The mansion of Boscarne still bears evidence of antiquity, and on the manor at Tregear, within a recent period; a Roman camp, pottery, and coins have been discovered of as early a date as the first century. Nothing in Cornwall belonging to the Romans is more ancient. Something similar exists at Bosense, in St. Erth, where the Roman camp seems to have been rarely noticed. The monument found at Hayle, in the same parish, is ancient; but it is by no means clear that the date is A.D. 500. - >From a correspondent.

FOOD RIOTS - Wadebridge - No disturbance occurred here on Wednesday night last week beyond what was stated in our report. Early on the following morning, the owners of the corn in the cellars proceeded to ship it on board a vessel, so as to move it off by the next tide; but the shippers had not completed their work when information was received that a large body of men from the Delabole Quarries was approaching, which at once put a stop to the work. Capt. NOTT, of the coast guard, assembled his men, and placed them so as to prevent, if possible, an attack on the vessel or cellars; and soon after about four hundred men entered the town, and proceeded at once to the quay. The magistrates, fearing the consequences, thought it advisable to dispatch a messenger to Plymouth for the military; and after doing so, they went to the Quay, where Captain HEXT addressed the men, urging them to desist from violence, and they soon shewed a disposition to conduct themselves peaceably. It now appearing that no outrage was likely to be committed, and that a great portion of the men were really in want of food, the magistrates and others purchased all the bread procurable in the town, and distributed it amongst them, each receiving a part of a loaf on his passing over the bridge on his way home. Most of them had crossed the bridge when a rumour was spread that the party of the preceding day were again at hand. This rumour was soon realised, and between three and four hundred men entered the town, each armed with a bludgeon, and marched on to the Quay, cheering as they proceeded. The quarrymen, or most of them, then returned, and mixed with the others (streamers, china-clay men, and tinners from Roche, Luxulyan, St. Austell, &c.), and when assembled together they presented a most formidable appearance, and created great consternation. The vessel which was partly laden with corn, was by this time afloat, and it moved down the river, the rioters being assembled around the cellars and threatening their destruction; but the coast guard being placed within, seemed to deter them. The men were assured that very little corn remained in the cellars, but this did not satisfy them and some of them were at length allowed to enter and judge for themselves. The statement of the magistrates was found to be correct, but instead of dispersing, some of the men paraded the streets, one carrying a barley pasty on the point of his stick, and another a red flag, and using language of a most threatening character. Night being now fast approaching, apprehensions were felt that as the darkness set in there would be a breach of the peace; but about nine o'clock the men began to disperse, and within an hour afterwards the town was pretty well cleared. A company of one hundred and twelve men belonging to the 5th regiment of Infantry, commanded by Capt. JOHNSON, arrived here on Friday afternoon, from Plymouth, and will remain till further orders. It is understood that the magistrates have intimated to the government the propriety of stationing a portion of them at this place, and the remainder at Bodmin for some time.

CAMELFORD - About two hundred labourers from Delabole Slate Quarries came into the market here about two o'clock on Friday last, stating that no wheat was to be sold for more then thirty shillings, or barley at more than a proportionate price. These men went in a body to the town mills, expecting to find a store of grain; but the stock was unusually low. They then sallied forth to the Bryanites' chapel, where some one, by way of [....?], had said that corn was deposited; but they were disappointed, as nothing of the sort had ever been placed there. After this they went to two farms in the parish of advent, about a mile and a half distant, where they gave orders for the corn to be thrashed and brought to market at thirty shillings the bushel, or they should come again and thrash it themselves. They then searched his hens' nest and destroyed the eggs [.....?] which were within a day or two of hatching, before destroying several [dep........tions?]. The greater part of this mob were dissolute looking young men, armed with rough sticks, apparently more bent on a spree than suffering from real want. As the evening approached several appeared intoxicated; but they went off quietly without any outbreak. There is a quantity of American corn and other provisions daily expected at Boscastle.

LAUNCESTON - On Saturday last, a number of working classes took possession of the market place here, and in some instances succeeded in seizing and selling the corn and butter at reduced prices. The supply of corn, in consequence of an apprehension of a visit from the miners in the neighbourhood of Callington and Tavistock, was very limited, and 28s. to 29s. were asked in the morning; but in consequence of a little panic caused by the disturbances, some private bargains were made afterwards at 26s. and 27s. per bag of sixteen gallons.

REFUSAL TO PAY PILOTAGE - On Friday last, the captain of the Spanish brig "S.N. Pilar," of Bilboa was summoned before the Falmouth magistrates, to answer EDWARD LOWRY, a pilot of that port, for non-payment of pilotage. The magistrates ordered the pilotage, amounting to GBP1. 18s. 6d. and GBP1. 10s. for distance money, to be immediately paid. The order was complied with.

FALMOUTH POLICE - On Monday last, WILLIAM WEST and HENRY TREGENZA WERE BROUGHT BEFORE THE Mayor, charged with an offence against the new Act of Parliament for regulating the dredging of oysters. They were caught dredging in Carrick roads by a coast guard man, who ordered them to desist; but after promising to do so, they renewed their work. The boat and gear were then taken by order of Lieut. HALSWELL, of the Coast Guard. The case being proved, the mayor remarked that the clause on which they were convicted was so plain that there could be no mistake; but as this was plain that there could be no mistake; but as this was the first offence, and as the act was a new one, he should inflict the lowest penalty of eight shillings each, and six shillings expenses, or, in default of payment, four days imprisonment. The prisoners were committed.

On Wednesday last, BENJAMIN TOY, a fisherman, was brought before the magistrates for assaulting his wife, and bound over to keep the peace.

CORN STEALING - On Tuesday last, a man of the name of JOSEPH GROSE was fully committed by the Rev. JOHN PETER, for having stolen, on the night of Sunday last, a quantity of what from the mowhay of Mr. WILLIAM RETALLICK, of Treworhack[?], in the parish of Saint Anthony in Meneage. It appeared that Mr. Retallack's mowhay having been robbed on several occasions, on Sunday night last, marks were placed on the front of one of the stacks of corn, which were discovered to be removed the following morning. Suspicion fell on Grose, and Mr. Retallack with two of his men proceeded to his house about five o'clock in the morning, and charged Grose with the robbery. Grose came out of his house, but before Mr. Retallack and his party could enter, Mrs. Grose had locked the door and commenced burning the corn, - Grose in the meantime having decamped. The men remonstrated with Mrs. Grose through the window, on the impropriety of burning the corn, but she still persisted in her work, and would soon have consumed the whole, had not one of them placed a board on the top of the chimney, which soon smoked her out. A great quantity of feathers, corn, vegetables, &c., was found in the premises, and the mystery to every one in the parish how Grose has lived for years past is now at an end.

BURGLARY - On Saturday night last, the dwelling-house of Mr. THOMAS ROWE, of Tregiddle, in the parish of Cury, was forcibly entered, shortly after midnight by the back parlour, where Mr. Rowe generally keeps his money. A writing desk was found about a hundred yards from the house, broken open, and four guineas, a half sovereign, and eight shillings in silver taken from it. The desk also contained a great quantity of papers, securities, &c., not any of which were disturbed. Fortunately, Mr. Rowe being late before he arrived at home from Helston on the night in question, he carried GBP250 upstairs with him, which otherwise would have been in the desk.

MINE ROBBERY - On Thursday, the 13th instant, the guard of Wheal Henry mine, found two youths called MARK MORCOM and JOHN NORTHCOTT, in the changing house of the mine, they having obtained an entrance by breaking the lock of the door with a bar of iron. One of the lads, when discovered, had a cap in his hand, and the other had a pound of candles between his legs, which were afterwards found to have been taken from one of the miners' chests, by means of false keys. The two lads (who had not worked at the mine) were stained by the guard, and Mr. JOHN TIPPET, the purser, coming there, they were subsequently given in custody to HENRY LANE, constable, by whom they were brought to Truro, and taken before Captain [........?] and after hearing the evidence against them, their trial to be taken at the next sessions.

ACCIDENT - On Saturday last, between six and seven in the evening, a woman called POLKINHORNE, who sells sausages, &c., was crushed against a wall in Boscawen Street, Truro, by a cart belonging to Mrs. S.[.........?] which broke her collar-bone.

FATAL MINE ACCIDENT - On Tuesday evening last, a miner at Perran Wheal Virgin, while working in a shaft, was struck by a kibble, which fell upon him. Medical assistance was sent for to Truro, and Mr. ANDREW, surgeon, was promptly on the spot, but the injury received was so serious, that the man died shortly afterwards. An inquest was held on the body by J. CARLYON Esq., coroner, on the following day.

FATAL ACCIDENT - On Saturday last, about noon, a horse and cart were driven by a woman, for coal into Mr. R. MICHELL's coal-yard in Kenwyn Street, the cart having on it the name "Francis of Kea." The horse ran backwards in the yard, and appeared a little restive upon which LUKE PHILLIPS, a man employed in the yard, took the horse and attempted to quiet it. The woman then placed some hay before the animal, and Phillips took off the bridle to allow it to eat, but instead of doing so, the horse shied, and immediately started off at a rapid pace out of the yard and up the street. In the course of its flight the animal knocked down a girl of about eleven years of age, called LOUISA TEAGUE, who was playing on the pavement with other girls, and one of the wheels went over her breast. Further up the street, the horse knocked down a woman called PEARCE, who was carrying some meal, and the wheel passing over her broke three of her ribs. In the course of its further progress the horse knocked down an old man called HAWKEY, who was rather dull of hearing, and who sustained several severe bruises, but, it is believed, has no bones broken. The animal continued its progress until about the top of the street, where the cart came in contact with a gate, and was upset. The girl Louisa Teague, the first that was run over, was conveyed to her parents' house in St. Dominic Street, and died of the injuries she had received on Sunday last, about two o'clock; the other sufferers were also immediately conveyed to their homes and one of them, we understand, is in great danger. On Monday last, an inquest was held at the Swan Inn, Kenwyn Street, before J. CARLYON, Esq., coroner, on the body of Louisa Teague, when the above facts were deposed to, and a verdict of "accidental death" was returned. Some of the jury expressed their strong opinion that parties should be careful not to take the bridles off their horses' heads under such circumstances, as they were liable to start away dragging the cart behind them.

28 MAY 1847, Friday

TESTIMONIAL OF RESPECT - Several clerks and agents met at the house of Mr. JAMES CROSS, Cwm Avon, on the 13th instant, to present Mr. JOHN HORE, formerly of Truro and Redruth, who had been twelve years a cashier in the Cwm Avon Works, with a silver tea pot, of the value of GBP20, as a small token of respect and esteem. It was presented by Mr. HOPKIN and Mr. S. BARFORD, and bears the following inscription:- "Presented by the clerks and agents of Cwm Avon Works to Mr. John Hore, late cashier, as a small tribute of sincere esteem and regard."

THE OLD DELABOLE SLATE COMPANY - This company held their half yearly meeting on the 10th instant at the Company's office, in Plymouth, when it appeared that the funds of the company warranted a dividend of GBP5 per cent.for the last half year, being at the rate of GBP10 per cent, per annum, with a prospect of a very great increase. JOHN SHEPHERD and F. MELLUISH, Esqrs., retiring directors, were re-elected.

A BOAT PICKED UP AT SEA - On Saturday last, a small boat, with two paddles on board, and marked on the outside of the stern SAMUEL WOOD, HOPE, was picked up off the Start by the "John and Samuel," LEWIS, master, of and from Southampton. The boat was left at Charlestown.

THE SCARCITY OF FOOD - Helston - Considerable apprehension was entertained in this town last week lest the extremely high price of provisions should occasion illegal combination among the miners of the neighbourhood, notices having been posted at several mines inviting the men to assemble at Helston, on Saturday, the 21st instant, but no definite object was assigned. Much excitement was also created by a report that Mr. JULIAN, a large corn-factor and mill owner of Helston, had, on the previous market-day, used unfair means to raise the price of corn, by offering a higher price in the market than that demanded by the farmers. It may appear strange that any one should be found to attach credit to a report so manifestly absurd as that a tradesman would venture to commit an act which would deservedly draw upon him the public indignation, when, if he felt so disposed, he might have done the same thing with little chance of detection, by privately offering his price to the farmers before they came to market; yet as the rumour was maliciously propagated, and by some believed, the council of the borough met and investigated the charge. Mr. Julian cheerfully produced his books, from which it appeared that he had imported a large quantity of foreign corn, and that the fair market price had been given for all purchased in the neighbourhood. The result was that a placard was posted, signed by the mayor, F. JAMES, Esq., certifying that the cargo was wholly unfounded, and that in their opinion Mr. Julian had contributed to keep down the price of corn. On Friday, an address from the magistrates of the borough and several justices of the county was published, expressing their sympathy for the distress of the miners and labourers, and dissuading them from illegal combination. At the same time it was judged necessary to take due precautions for the prevention of any exhibition of violence; application was therefore made at Falmouth for the assistance of the military, and on Friday evening fifty soldiers of the 5th Royal Fusiliers, commanded by Captain SIMMONS, arrived, and were billeted at the various inns in the town. Sixty of the most respectable householders were also sworn in as special constables, and in the morning this force was augmented by twenty-six men belonging to the coast guard, under Captain DICK, R.N. About twelve o'clock the authorities received information that an advanced body of the miners had reached the western turnpike. The special constables were immediately collected into a body, and the mayor and magistrates went and met the miners in the lower green, where they mildly remonstrated with them upon their illegal proceedings, and the effect was that many hundreds of them did not enter the town. During the day, however, some hundreds of miners came into the town in parties of two or three, but no large bodies appeared, nor was there any semblance of combination for illegal purposes, so that the military and coast guard, although ready to act at the shortest notice, were not called upon in any instance throughout the day. The magistrates and most respectable inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood mixed freely with the crowd, and conversed with them, not only without being insulted, but in every instance they were treated with marked respect. The miners, indeed, generally kept up their high character for peacefulness and orderly conduct, their object evidently being to state their grievances respectfully, with a conviction that whatever they might urge would be received with due consideration, they being at the same time perfectly open to reasonable remonstrance. In one instance only was the peaceable character of their proceedings interrupted, when a collision took place between a knot of miners and a policeman; but this trifling affray appears to have originated in a mistake, and was quickly terminated. No one interfered with the sale of any article brought to market; but only a small quantity of corn was brought in, which met with a ready sale at 38s. for wheat and 23s. for barley. It required little argument to convince the miners that their assembling in large numbers, even though not for illegal actions, must tend to check the supply of grain, and consequently to raise the price. The public-houses were closed at an early hour, and before dark the town had resumed its usually quiet state. Great credit is due to the authorities for the prompt and conciliatory measures which they adopted. Their proceedings, in fact, were such as testified their conviction that they had to deal with a body of men who are proverbially reasonable and well conducted; but that they would be prepared to prevent any infringement of the law by those who from malicious or selfish motives should provoke a breach of the peace. Within the last few days a declaration has been signed by the principal inhabitants of the town expressing their resolution to observe the strictest economy of food in their households, and recommending the use of "forth-right" flour.

CREED - On the evening of the 19th instant, from two to three hundred miners from the parishes of St. Dennis, Roche, St. Stephens, and St. Mewan, paid Mr. GRIGG, of Nantellan, near Grampound, a visit, they having understood that he had a large quantity of corn fit for the market which he had withheld. They ransacked his barns, but found little corn except what was in the straw. They, however, gave him notice that this was to be threshed, and sent to the market and sold at 30s. per Cornish bushel. They afterwards regaled themselves with a hogshead of cider, but our correspondent omits to state whether this was in consequence of Mr. Grigg's liberality, or from their having helped themselves.

MERTHER - The farmers of this parish of Merther taking into consideration the pressure of the times on the labouring classes, met at the house of the Rev. FREDERIC WEBBER during the past week, and announced to him their unanimous intentions of contributing towards the support of their industrious labourers, not receiving parish relief. A private rate was agreed to, and the sum thus collected is to be placed in the hands of the Rev. Frederic Webber, for distribution. When it is considered that most of these labourers are receiving from their employers corn at a low rate, as steady workmen, too much praise cannot be accorded for this instance of benevolence.

TRURO POLICE - On Friday last, RICHARD PERRY was charged with breaking a pane of glass, the property of HENRY CADDY, overseer. The accused applied for an order to go into the workhouse after ten o'clock at night, at which unseasonable hour the overseer has no power to grant an order. As the pauper's demand was therefore refused, he broke Mr. Caddy's window. He was ordered to pay the damage and costs, and in default was committed for one month to hard labour in the House of Correction.

A beggar, called THOMAS MACDONALD, was also committed for fourteen days for begging.

On Monday last, ROBERT SPRY REED, of Tregony, was charged with stealing a silver watch, the property of WILLIAM BROAD, of Veryan. On Thursday morning, the 20th instant, prosecutor's wife put the watch in a drawer of the dresser, and shortly afterwards left the house, the door of which she fastened. In about an hour after she returned, and found that the house had been entered during her absence by unhanging the hatch of the back door; and on going to the drawer she discovered that the watch had been stolen. In the afternoon of the same day the prisoner called at Mr. JOSEPH EDWARDS's shop, at Truro, and sold the watch for 6s. Prosecutor, in the course of making inquiries, afterwards called on Mr. Edwards, and identified the watch; and Policeman STAPLE apprehended the prisoner in Truro. Committed for trial.

On the same day, THOMAS HARRIS, jun., of Camborne, was charged with stealing a cloth jacket and fustian waistcoat, the property of JOHN GOLDSWORTHY. Prosecutor is a miner at South Roskear, in the parish of Camborne, and on the night of the 30th of April, he went under ground about ten o'clock, coming up again about half past six the next morning. He had left his wearing apparel, consisting of a jacket, waistcoat, shirt, trousers, stockings, neckerchief, and shoes, in the boiler house, and on coming up he found these articles had been stolen. On Saturday last, the prisoner Harris was given into the custody of NICHOLLS, a constable, on a charge of stealing two bullocks, the property of Mr. EDMONDS, a butcher of Camborne. At the same time there was found in possession of Harris, a bundle of clothes, which contained the jacket and waistcoat that had been stolen from John Goldsworthy; and being charged before the Truro magistrates with stealing these articles, the prisoner was committed for trial.

FALMOUTH POLICE - Mr. PHILIP INGERSOLL was brought before the magistrates for an assault upon Mr. BARAGWANATH, and it being proved, he was fined 5s., and costs 10s. 6d., which he immediately paid.

HELSTON POLICE - On Tuesday last, a woman of the name of PRISCILLA TRESIDDER, alias VINCENT, was committed, by FRANCIS JAMES, Esq., mayor, to take her trial at the ensuing sessions for the borough, for keeping a house of ill-fame.

SHEEP STEALING - On the night of Sunday, the 10th instant, a fat wether sheep, from the flock of Mr. GEORGE STEPHENS, of Hengar, in the parish of St. Tudy, was killed, and the mean carried off, leaving the skin behind. Mr. Stephens has offered a reward of two pounds for the discovery of the thief, but as yet without success.

SUICIDE - On Friday week, a young woman named ELIZABETH POLKINHORNE, committed suicide by drowning herself in the mill-pool at Highwood mills, near Liskeard. She had laboured under an excited state of mind for some time previously; a few weeks ago she attempted to hang herself, and was, in consequence, obliged to leave the service in which she had lived at Liskeard.

ACCIDENT - On Monday last, as Mr. BULLER, jun., of Morval, was riding on horseback though Fore-street, Devonport, at a rather rapid pace, in turning into St. Aubyn-street the horse accidentally fell, and Mr. BULLER came to the ground with great force. His hat, which was completely smashed, in all probability lessened the violence of the fall; but as it was, we regret to state besides so severe a contusion as to suspend consciousness for a time, one of the bones of his nose was fractured. Mr. Buller was taken into the "Prince of Wales" Inn, and Mr. LAITY, surgeon, was called in, by whom every necessary professional aid was rendered. On recovering his consciousness, Mr. Buller was conveyed in a carriage procured from Weakley's Hotel for the purpose, to Antony Rectory, where he has been staying for a short time.

CORONERS' INQUESTS - On Saturday last, an inquest was held at Sunny Corner, Gwennap, before J. CARLYON, Esq., coroner, on the body of ELLEN BRAY, aged two years and four months, who accidentally fell into a pool of water outside her parents house, and was drowned. Verdict, accidental death.

On Monday last, an inquest was held at Truro, before the same coroner, on the body of JOHN HAWKEY, aged 82 (or 32?) years, who died last Sunday from injuries he received the week before by a horse running away with a cart from Mr. MICHELL's coal yard, as reported in our last weeks paper. Verdict, accidental death.

On Monday last, an inquest was held by W. HICHENS, Esq., coroner, at Camborne, on the body of RICHARD GILL, aged about two years. The deceased on the preceding Saturday, had strayed from his father's house, in South Trelowarren Street, into the road; and being found by a neighbour near to the well there, where she had gone for water, she took him by the hand to lead him home. Whilst in the act of doing so she heard some person behind her call out "Good woman take care;" but before she had power to get out of the way, the child was struck down by a horse drawing a cart, whereby she lost her hold of him, and one of the wheels passed over his body. The child died on the following day of some internal injury received upon that occasion. It appeared that the driver, HENRY WARREN, jun., was standing in the cart and guiding the beast, (which was going at a fast trot) with a rein; and in turning quickly from Trelowarren Street into South Trelowarren Street, he came suddenly upon the woman before he discovered her or the child. His own statement of the inquiry was, that in calling to the woman to take care, the horse, which was young, started off and knocked the child down before he had power to pull up. This, it is to be feared, is one of those cases so frequently occurring from carelessness and inattention in drivers; but still, it did not appear to the jury to be accompanied by any aggravated circumstances, and as the father of the child declared that he did not attribute any blame to the driver, they returned a verdict of accidental death.

On the following day Mr. Hichens held an inquest at Gunwalloe, on the body of a child called RICHARD OLIVER, aged about fourteen months, whose death was occasioned by his being accidentally burnt in bed under the following circumstances:- the deceased and another boy about eight years old, were put to bed on Saturday evening last, and about twelve o'clock at night the servant girl, who slept in the same bed with the children, also went to her bedroom for the purpose of going to bed; but having a new pair of shoes, she put the candle by her bedside, near thereto, whilst she tried them on, and unfortunately afterwards went into bed without removing the candle or putting it out. She shortly afterwards fell asleep, and the candle, from some cause which she was unable to explain, caught the bed curtains, or bed clothes, both of which were consequently soon in a blaze. Being awoke by the heat, the fir, first attempted to extinguish the fire herself, but failing to do so she called to her master and mistress who were in an adjoining room, and came immediately to the rescue of the children; but the deceased was so burnt that he died in about twenty four hours after. The other escaped unhurt. The fire did not, fortunately, do much injury.

On Thursday, the 20th instant., an inquest was held before J. HAMLEY, Esq., coroner, at [Talland?], in the death of JOHN HEARD, aged 22 years, a labourer in [Delabole?] Slate Quarry, who was killed by a stone fracturing his skull while blasting a rock, in consequence of not having taken the precaution of being at a sufficient distance. The poor fellow was to have been married on Tuesday last to the widow of a man named TINNEY, who was killed in the same quarry about two years ago.

On Wednesday last, Mr. Hamley held an inquest at St. Austell, on view of the body of GEORGE WESTLAKE, a lad about six years of age. It appeared that the child, with another, was playing in a cart near some buildings, when the cart turned over, and falling on the child's head, caused its death. Verdict accidental death.

DEVON INTELLIGENCE

DARTMOUTH - A meeting was held at the Guildhall, on Saturday week, at which the mayor presided, when a subscription was entered into, and active measures adopted for the relief of the necessitous. Visitors were appointed to inspect the dwellings of the poor, and report on their general appearance, as well as to make themselves acquainted with the most urgent cases of want. The committee sits at the Guildhall twice a week, to receive the reports of the visitors and to administer the charity entrusted to them. We are happy to state that the subscription proceeds most satisfactorily, and we anticipate the most favourable results from the labour of the committee, which consists of gentlemen of active and business habits, and from the state of employment in the town, which at present is very brisk.

The crier was sent round the town, by some of the bakers, a few days since, to say they would sell bread by WEIGHT, for the future, which has not been the custom hitherto.

CORN SPECULATORS - A farmer in the neighbourhood of Exeter, who is a large grower, has sold all his wheat in the ground at 10s. per bushel, to be delivered between harvest and Christmas.

FOOD RIOTS IN DEVON - In addition to the riots we mentioned last week, the following have occurred at different towns in Devonshire. On Monday, the 17th instant, a riot broke out at Tor....., about the time the shopkeepers were closing their shops. The riot at first consisted of about two hundred, many of them being armed with staves and bludgeons; but as they proceeded their number increased to a full thousand, a great many being abandoned characters of the lowest class, to all appearance under the influence of drink, and partly led by women.

As they advanced they attacked the bakers' shops, breaking in the shutters, smashing the glass, and then ransacking the shops of all the bread they could find in them. Several fine shop fronts were thus completely demolished, and at one place a sack of flour was carried out and its contents wantonly strewed about the road. At this time the excitement of the populace had reached its height, and it is said that nothing but the most determined measures on the part of the authorities and inhabitants saved the town from being set on fire.

Messengers were sent in all directions for aid; the men of the preventative services were collected by means of signal rockets, and hastened to the spot with fixed bayonets; and the gas being turned on to the full threw a lurid glare over the scene. Messrs. VIVIAN and KITSON, bankers, courageously headed a small band of tradesmen, and rushing into the mob seized some of the ringleaders. H. M. PHILLIPS, Esq., magistrate, then read the riot act, and with the assistance of the tradesmen and coastguard, succeeded in apprehending more of the mob, after which the remainder quickly dispersed.

On the following day, the town was again thrown into confusion by the appearance of about thirty navvies, who, armed with pickaxes, shovels, and bludgeons, walked direct to the Town-Hall, with the determination of rescuing two of the prisoners; but their purpose was prevented by the intrepid conduct of the magistrate, Mr. Phillips. On Tuesday evening about fifty soldiers arrived from Plymouth, and since that time about thirty of the rioters have been committed for trial.

At Ashburton, Newton Abbott, and Totnes, some slight disturbances have occurred.

At Buckfastleigh, a large body of men have called upon various farmers, and required them to sell their wheat at 10s. and barley at 5s. per barrel, which has been complied with, the farmers having signed a paper to that effect.

At Barnstaple, on the 18th instant, a mob assembled and threw stones at the windows, but after the riot act had been read, they were dispersed by the police and constables.

In most of the towns in Devon, evidence has been given of the distress to which the poor are reduced, and in consequence, meetings have been held and subscriptions entered into for their relief. In the neighbourhood of Newton Abbott, some of the farmers have raised the wages of their labourers, which averaged 9s., to 10s. per week.

MASONIC COMPLIMENT TO EARL FORTESCUE - The Right Hon. the Earl Fortescue, Provincial Grand Master of the ancient and honourable fraternity of Freemasons, was entertained at a most sumptuous banquet on Wednesday week, when a magnificent candelabrum of the value of GBP 150, was presented to the noble earl. We understand that the attendance of the brethren was highly flattering to the noble earl, and that the affectionate spirit in which he was greeted was literally overwhelming to his frank and generous nature. Viscount Ebrington was present, and was enthusiastically received.

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