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Friday, 4 Jan
News
Trials of Prisoners
John BENNETTS 23 was found guilty of stealing at St Ives on the
2nd December, a [?], the property of Philip Laity Rogers. Four
months hard labour.
James NINNIS 20, was charged with stealing at St Just in Penwith, a duck jacket, pair of trouseers, waistcoat and pair of drawers, the property of William Warren. Four months hard labour.
Coast Guard—We understand that Lieut. Thomas Brewer, R.N. of Penzance has been appointed to command the Revenue cutter “Eagle”.
Births
At Lelant town, the wife of Capt. Arandal ANTHONY a daughter.
Marriages
At St Ives on Sunday last, Mr Roger WEARNE of London to Miss Elizabeth BERRYMAN of Embla in the parish of Towednack.
Deaths
At Halsetown [?], in the parish of St Ives on Monday last, Mrs Mary HEAKING [?] aged 76 years
At Nut Lane in the parish of Lelant on the 2ult, Mr UREN aged 71 years.
At Lelant on the 27th ult, Mr Andrew WILLIAMS aged 77 years. At Vellanoweth in the parish of Ludgvan, on the 22nd ult, Mr Thomas CHAPPEL aged 41 years.
At Cockwells in the parish of Ludgvan on Saturday last, Mr John JOHNS, aged 53 years.
At Penzance on Friday last, the wife of Mr John HILL aged 61 years; and on Monday, the wife of Mr Daniel HUGO, aged 61 years.
At St Just in Penwith on Friday last, Miss Margaret EDDY, aged 19 years.
At Trewellard in the parish of St Just in Penwith on Saturday last, Mr Richard WARREN, Wesleyan Local Preacher, aged 38 years.
Friday, 11 Jan
News
The following inquest has been held before Mr HICHENS, coroner:— On Saturday last, at Newlyn in the Parish of Paul, on the body of CATHERINE COTTON aged 10 years. The deceased lived with her mother and stepfather, JOHN RICHARDS, and her mother being confined in childbirth, the deceased’s grandmother was at the house in attendance upon her, and the grandmother and granddaughter being in the kitchen together on the preceding day, the latter asked the former to carry out the washing tray whilst she swept up the hearth. The grandmother carried out the tray, and whilst at the door she heard the deceased shriek, and on going to her and asking her what was the matter, she said, “oh my head”. The deceased was immediately taken up to bed, where she continued to complain of her head, and after some time she lost her senses. The stepfather then went to Penzance for a surgeon when having spoken to Mr BOASE, the latter proceeded immediately to the house where the deceased was, but she was dead when he arrived there. Verdict, “natural death,” proceeding, as was supposed, from the rupture of a blood vessel on the brain.
Births
At Fogue in the parish of Lelant, on Tuesday last the wife of Mr. THOMAS HALE, a son.
At Pensance on the 27th ult, the wife of Mr J T POLKINGHORNE, a son.
Marriages
At Lelant on the 3rd instant, Mr THOMAS BANFIELD of that parish, to Miss DORCAS CARBINES, of St Ives.
Deaths
At Lelant town on Saturday last, Mr WM. NICHOLAS, aged 70 years.
At Penzance, Mr JAMES PRAED aged 65 years; and Mrs SAMPSON aged 81 years.
At Madron on Friday last, Mr JOHN RODDA aged 81 years; and Mrs ANN SLEET aged 82 years.
At Muswell Hill on Saturday last, the wife of Mr R PAUL, formerly of Penzance, and eldest daughter of the Rev James CHEESWRIGHT.
Friday, 18 Jan
News
GOLD FROM CALIFORNIA:—
Mr R. HODGE of St Ives, has received from Panama, from his
brother Capt W. HODGE, a parcel containing among other things a
lump of pure gold, weighing 7 dwts. 1 gr. apparently run from a
crucible. Mr Hodge states that large numbers of persons were
returning from the “diggings”, most of them very
dispirited, and with impaired constitutions. The gold bubble
was thought at Panama to be nearly at an end.
INQUEST:—
Inquest was held by Mr W HICHENS, jun, deputy coroner, on
Tuesday last, in the parish of Sancreed, on the body of Henry
NICHOLLS aged 70 years. On the previous Thursday, deceased was
driving to Penzance from his home in Sancreed, accompanied by a
female friend, and when about a mile from his house, the horse,
which was spirited one, started from some cause not known, and
the deceased was thrown out of the vehicle, one of the wheels
passing over his legs. He did not then however, appear to have
sustained any further injury than a few bruises, but shortly
after reaching his home he showed symptoms of his whole system
having sustained a severe shock and gradually grew worse until
the following Sunday when he died. Verdict, “accidental
death”.
Births
At Penzance on Saturday last, the wife of Mr Thos. RODDA, butcher, a son; and on Monday, the wife of Mr Edwrd BOASE, a daughter.
Marriages
At St Ives, on the 9th instant, Mr Richard QUICK, shipwright, to Miss Ann QUICK of Borlanan in the parish of St Ives.
At the Registrar’s Office, Penzance on Saturday last, Mr James NINNIS, of Gulval, to Miss Jenefer TREMBATH, of Ludgvan.
Deaths
At Penzance on Saturday last, Marsy Susan, eldest daughter of Mr John WEYMOUTH TRUDGEN, assistant overseer, aged 27 years; on Saturday, Mr Josephus DANIEL aged 33 years; and on Monday, Mrs TREGARTHEN, relict of Capt. John Tregarthen aged 81 years.
At Penzance on the 7th instant, Mrs Ann PAWLEY aged 75 years.
Friday, 25 Jan
News
MINE ACCIDENT:— On Wednesday last as a young man named John STRATTEN of Green Bank in the parish of Towednack, was in the act of descending a ladder in a shaft at Balnoon, in the parish of Lelant, he missed his hand and fell twenty fathoms. He was taken up shortly afterwards at the bottom of the shaft, seriously hurt.
Births
At Halsetown in the parish of St Ives, on the 17th instant, the wife of Captain John WILLIAMS of Wheal Margaret, a daughter.
At St Ives on Tuesday last, the wife of Mr R.E. WILLIAMS, chemist, a son; and the wife of Mr Anthony HARRIS, grocer, a daughter.
At Penzance on Saturday last, the wife of Mr James DANIEL, a daughter; the wife of Mr H.R.CORNISH, a son; and the wife of Mr John HUNTINGTON, a son.
At St Just in Penwith on Sunday last, the wife of Mr James EDDY, a daughter.
At Melbourne, Port Phillip, Australia on the 17th June last, the wife of Mr George CUNNACK last of Penzance, a son.
Marriages
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron on the 15th instant, Mr John PEARCE, to Miss Mary ADAMS.
Deaths
At Penzance on Sunday last, Mr Benjamin EVA aged 48 years.
At Newlyn west on the 15th instant, Mr Ephraim WEYMOUTH, aged 68 years.
At Madron on Sunday last, Mr John FREEMAN formerly of Maradon, aged 69 years.
At Trathwall in the parish of St Just in Penwith, on Saturday last, Mrs Polly ANGWIN, aged 77 years.
Friday, 1 Feb
News
VESSEL ASHORE:— A letter from Gibraltar of the 17th ult, states that a vilent gale had occurred there, and that amongst other vessels which had been driven on shore was the schooner “Lady Rowley”, of Penzance. She is ashore on the neutral ground, to the south of the Spanish line, or sentry boxes; the Spaniards claim salvage for her, and will not allow the English to get her off.
COMMITTAL OF A BURGLAR:— A man named CHRISTOPHER, alias CHRISTIE, has been committed for trial for stealing ducks and geese from Mrs Philippa PERRY of Lelant. Before he was sent to prison, the fellow confessed that he assisted in making the implements which were used in breaking open Messrs HARVEY’S shops at Hayle and be offered that if he were allowed to become an approver and received the fifty guineas, he would confess who the burglars were, and the whole gang who had carried on depredations in that locality. But being already committed, his proposals were refused.
Births
At Penzance on Monday last, the wife of Mr Philip HILL, a son.
Deaths
At Penzance on the 24th ult., at the residence of her daughter, Mr William BORLASE, Mary, wife of Capt. Marrett, R.N. and daughter of the late Edward TYRREL SMITH Esq.,, Admiral of the Red.
Friday, 8 Feb
Advertisements
EMIGRATION TO AMERICA. Direct from PENZANCE to NEW YORK, the fine A.E.I., fast sailing ship “MOUNTAINEER”, 900 Tons Burthen, C.H. CAREY, Commander, will, weather permitting, sail from Penzance on the 30th March next. The “Mountaineer” has very superior accommodations for both cabin and steerage passengers, her between decks are remarkably lofty, being seven feet high; every precaution will be taken to promote the health and comfort of the passengers, by regularly fumigating the ship during the voyage, and find them with provisions at the ship’s expense, until the arrival of the vessel at New York.
The Captain is well experienced in the trade, and the passengers having expressed by letters published in the Cornish papers, of this month, their entire confidence in the Master, with thanks for his kind attention, will afford an excellent opportunity for passengers to any part of the United States.
The Owner will give letters to Farmers and Mechanics to parties in Michigan and Utica who can put them in the way of procuring employment; and to those desirous of settling on lands, how to manage for farms to the best advantage.
To Miners also, this affords a favourable opportunity, and the owner being acquainted with some of the proprietors of mines, letters of recommendation will be given to passengers who can produce satisfactory testimonials of character, &c.
As the “Mountaineer” will only take a limited number of passengers, an early application should be made to W.C. HEMMINGS, Penzance; Thomas CORFIELD, Penryn; William BROWNE, St Austell, L. NEWTON, jun., Camborne; and at the Office Roseworthy. Dated January 28, 1850.
Births
At Penzance on the 24th ult., the wife of Mr Charles HALE, master of the brig “Mecca”, o a son; and on Tuesday last, the wife of Mr John HILL, cabinet maker, a son.
Marriages
At Madron on the 30th ult., Mr Robert Jones of Cardiff, to Miss J.H. NANKERVIS of Penzance; on Saturday last, Mr John BOTTRELL, of Trereife to Miss S.R. COWLING of Penzance; on Sunday, Mr William ROWE to Miss Mary James of Penzance; and on Tuesday, Mr John JENKINGS to Miss Catherine HARVEY, both of Penzance.
At Mickle Mart, Leawalt, Stranraer on Monday last, Mr Andrew McFadyean, late of Penzance and now of Barachan, Kirkcowan, to Jean fourth daughter of William McKISSOCK, Esq.
Deaths
At Penzance on the 30th ult., after a long illness and deeply regretted, Mr Charles MOYLE, ledger keeper in the private drawing office of the Bank of England, aged 21 years, eighth son of Mr Moyle, surgeon, Penzance.
Friday, 15 Feb
News
The Sloop “Emily”, from Cardiff to Penzance was driven from her anchors between Skearweather buoy and the Mumbles head and experiencing the full fury of the gale, lost her anchors, cable chain and jib board.
Births
At Penzance on Monday last, the wife of the Rev. H. BATTEN, a son.
At Penzance, on the 2nd inst., the wife of Mr W. H. CARNE, a son.
Marriages
At the Registrar’s Office, Penzance, on Saturday last, Mr Edward WOOLCOCK, to Miss Jane WALTERS, both of St Just in Penwith.
At Madron on Sunday last, Mr G.H. COLENSO, shipbuilder, to Jane daughter of the last Edward STERENS?, of the New Inn, both of Penzance; and on Tuesday, Mr John KESSEL, of Penzance to Elizabeth, daughter of Mr Richard MOLLON of Devonport.
At St Just in Penwith, Mr Thomas CORNWELL of Hull, to Miss Louisa HARVEY of the former place; Mr Bryan LOWRY, to Miss Elizabeth BOYNS; and Mr Richd. TAYLOR to Miss Honor WALLIS.
Deaths
At Penzance, Mr William FIAMMACK, aged 92 years; and Miss Jane JOHN, aged 71 years.
At St Just in Penwith, Mr Charles Augwin, aged 50 hears, and aMr Thomas JOHNS, aged 55 years.
Friday, 22 Feb
News
PENZANCE:— The case of CHAMPION v. CHARLESTON was an action for breach of warranty on the sale of a horse, which, it was contended on the part of the plaintiff, was of unsound wind at the time of the sale and warranty. His Honor postponed his judgement to the next court.
MAJOR v. MORRIS:— The plaintiff is a livery stable keeper at St Ives, and sought to recover from the defendant, a van proprietor, the damages alleged to have been sustained by his cobourg having been run into by the defendant’ s van on the road between Penzance and St Ives. The evidence was very conflicting, but his Honor, considering it to preponderate in favour of the plaintiff, decided accordingly.
SERIOUS ACCIDENT BY FIRE:— On Saturday night last, a little girl called Ann Green, residing with her parents at Causewayhead, Penzance, was left alone in the house about ten o’clock, her parents having occasion to go into town on business. They had not been absent long, before the child fell asleep and fell on the fire, which ignited her dress. A neighbour, hearing her screams, proceed to her assistance, and found the poor little creature enveloped in flames, which she extinguished as quickly as possible, but not before the child had been severely burnt about the neck and body. Mr BOASE, surgeon was immediately sent for and promptly attended, rendering every assistance in his power; but we regret to add that little hopes are entertained of the unfortunate sufferer’s recovery.
Births
At St Ives on the 13th inst., the wife of Mr John QUICK, shipwright, of twins.
At Penzance, the wife of Capt. BECKERLEG, of the “Chyandour,” a son; on the 13th inst., the wife of Mr James FLAMANK, a still born daughter; on Friday last, the wife of Capt. Philip WILLIAMS of the “Victoria”, a daughter; and on Sunday, the wife of Mr LUDLOW, a son.
At Canonstown in the parish of Ludgvan, on Saturday last, the wife of Mr William UREN, a son.
At Lower Quarter in the parish of Ludgvan, on Saturday last, the wife of Mr John HOSKING, innkeeper, a son.
Marriages
At St Ives on Monday last, Mr Charles SHORT, chief mate of the “Maid of Erin,” of Truro, to Elizabeth Ann, second daughter of the late Mr Henry ROW of the former place; and on Tuesday, Mr Edward OPIE, R.A. of London to Margaret HOCKING, youngest daughter of Mr William Pye THOMAS, of Halsetown.
At St Ives, on the 14th inst., Capt William ANTHONY, to Mrs Elizabeth ROWE.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron on the 12th inst., Mr William ANTONY to Miss Betsey ROWE, both of St Ives
At Madron on Saturday last, Mr John ANGWIN to Miss Margaret TREMBATH, both of Penzance.
Deaths
At Penzance, on Friday last, Caroline, wife of Mr Edward Rowe, jun., bookseller, &c. aged 23 years; although called to an early grave by rapid consumption, yet in her affliction and death, she most delightfully exemplified the power of divine grace and the reality of true religion.
At Penzance on Friday last, Francis Treleaven, infant son of Mr F.T.VIBERT, stationer; Albert, son of Mr John WILLIAMS, carpenter, aged 20 years; and the wife of Mr Peter CARBIS, aged 35 years.
At Penzance on Monday last, Mrs ELIAS, late of Falmouth, aged 86 years; and on Tuesday, Edward Vernon, only son of the late Rev. Vernon COLLINS of Padstow, aged 20 years. At Gulval, on the 14th instant, wife of Mr Thomas MATTHEWS, aged 48 years.
At Lower Quarter in the parish of Ludgvan on the 9th instant, Mr William TREMBATH, aged 21 years; and on the 11th, the infant daughter of Mr Stephen HOSKING.
At Halsetown in the parish of St Ives, on Monday last, Mrs Jane MAJOR, aged 21 years.
At Fogue in the parish of Lelant on the 14th inst., the infant daughter of Mr Richard RULE. At Tincrom in the parish of Lelant on Wednesday last, the infant son of Mr Josiah ALLEN, blacksmith.
At Carnteska, in the parish of Lelant, on Wednesday last, Mr Thomas HAMPTON, aged 45 years.
At Lelant on Tuesday last, Mrs Johanna RAWLINGS, aged 76 years.
Friday, 1 Mar
News
VESSEL ON A NEW CONSTRUCTION:— On the 21st ult., a fine schooner of 170 tons called the “Electric Flash,” arrived at Penzance, and attracted some attention on account of her being constructed on a new principle. She was built at Ipswich by Mr REED, is eighty six feet four inches long by the keel, and draws only eleven feet of water aft. The vessel is a remarkably fast sailer, and goes to wind like a first class cutter. She is intended for the fruit trade, having been purchased by Mr RUNUALS, Mr J. PENTREATH, and others.
ACCIDENT AT SEA:— The smack “Jane,” PAYNTER, master, of and from St Ives, with copper ore for Wales, foundered on Saturday last when near the Mumbles, crew saved. The vessel is not insured.
INQUEST:— The following inquest has been hold before Mr. HOHENS[?], coroner. On Monday last in the parish of Uny Lelant, on the body of Sophia Anthony, aged 8 weeks. The child was taken to bed by its mother on Saturday night last, between ten and eleven o’clock, apparently quite well. She nursed it after she was in bed, and again about three o’clock in the morning, after which the mother and child both went to sleep. The child lay between both parents, and about seven o’clock the father in taking the child in his arms, as he was accustomed, found that it was dead. The jury returned their verdict “found dead, cause unknown,” stating at the same time their belief that the death was from natural causes, unless by an accident either of the parents had overlain it.
Births
At Penzance, the wife of Mr Henry STEWART, a son since dead.
Marriages
At the Wesleyan Chapel, Penzance, on Monday last, Mr Oliver HOSKING, engineer, of Hayle Foundry, to Eliza, youngest daughter of Mr Nicholas BERRIMAN, of the former place.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron on Saturday last, Mr Thomas WOOLCOCK, to Miss E.P. ROWE.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron on Tuesday last, Mr Nathaniel PAYNTER, to Miss Jane QUICK, daughter of Mr Israel Quick, shipwright, both of St Ives.
Deaths
At Penzance on the 20th ult., Mr Thomas GLASSON, aged 75 years; and on Friday last, the infant daughter of Capt. BOSUSTOW; AND Mr Jarvis PEARSON, gardener for many years to the late H.P. TREMENHEERE, Esq., of Treneere, Penzance, aged 72 years.
At St Just in Penwith, on the 19th ult., Mr William BOYNS, aged 17 years.
Friday, 8 Mar
News
DANGEROUS ACCIDENT:— On Thursday the 28th ult., a servant called Rebecca TRESEDER, living with Mr John THOMAS, Regent Terrace, Penzance, Penzance, while sitting on the sill of a bed-room window cleaning the glass on the outside, lost her hold and fell backwards to the ground from a height of nearly thirty feet. In descending she struck a safe, which, no doubt, broke her fall, and prevented a more serious result. As it was, her right arm was broken, her elbow dislocated, back injured, and she was otherwise hurt. Mr BOASE, surgeon was promptly in attendance, and hopes are entertained of her recovery.
Births
At Boskenna near Penzance, on the 27th ult., the wife of Arthur H.H. MERCER esq., 60th Rifles, a daughter.
At Penzance on the 27th ult., the wife of Mr W. GLASSON, a daughter; and on Monday last, the wife of Mr George HEMMINGS, of the Three Tuns Hotel, a son.
At St Just in Penwith on the 26th ult., the wife of Mr H. CLARK, a daughter.
Marriages
At St Hilary on Saturday last, Mr William RICHARDS, currier, of Penzance, to Miss Hannah EDMONDS of Marazion.
At Madron, on Sunday last, Mr William FIDOCK of Penzance, to Marianne, daughter of Mr John STIMSON, of the former place.
At West Hackney, near London on Sunday last, Mr Alfred John WILLIAMS, to Miss Henrietta LAVERS; and Mr Henry BRIGHTWELL BUSH, to Miss Maria Eden LAVERS, both daughters of Mr Thomas Lavers, formerly of Penzance.
Deaths
At Penzance, on Friday last, Mr T.K. STEVENS, aged 79 years; and on Tuesday, Mr Henry EDDY, aged 25 years.
Friday, 15 Mar
News
PENZANCE.—On Friday last, the following appointments were made:— Auditors: Mr William COCK jun., and Mr Humphry DAVY. Revising Assessors: Mr. Henry DAVY, and Mr William HARVEY. Assessors: East Ward: Mr W.H. RODD and Mr William HARVEY, West Ward: Mr W.C. HEMMINGS, and Mr. H. DAVY.
EXTRAORDINARY EGG.— On Wednesday last, at Halestown, in the parish of St Ives, a duck belonging to Mr J. KENT, laid three eggs contained in one outward shell, the two inward eggs having shells and the interior perfect.
ACCIDENTS.— At Balleswidden mine, on Tuesday last, an accident of a serious kind occurred by the falling-in of a quantity of ground, by which one man was severely injured and two others slightly bruised; and on the same day at Spearne Consols mine, three men, whilst engaged in their work, were slightly injured by the holes going off about them. So narrow was their escape on this occasion that it is a matter of surprise that they were not all killed.
CORONERS’ INQUEST.— On Wednesday last, at the parish of St Just in Penwith, on the body of James VEALE, aged 25 years, who on the 11th instant, whilst at the fifty fathoms level, in Balleswidden mine, in that parish, where he and his comrade were employed in removing tin stuff through the level to the shaft to be hauled to the surface, received a blow on the top of his head by means of a large rock falling out of the side of the level, whereby it was nearly severed in two. Of course his death was instantaneous. Verdict, “accidental death.”
SMUGGLING.— On Saturday last, the revenue officers at Penzance, under the direction of Captain DAVIES, inspecting commander, overhauled a large yawl belonging to Plymouth, called the “Talbot.” Certain contraband goods were found on board the yawl and her punt at the Mount pier, and it is pretty strongly suspected that she had sunk a cargo of tubs, a company of smugglers having been discovered who intended to “run” the cargo at Mullion on the preceding night. On Tuesday last, Mr HOWARD, commander of the revenue cutter “Sylvia” returned from off Mullion, where he had succeeded in getting up fifty-nine tubs of spirit, which with the yawl and punt have been duly returned to H.M. customs at Penzance.
Marriages
At St. Ives, Mr Edwin DUMBLE to Miss Catherine SHUGG.
At Madron, on Monday last, Mr Richard HARVEY of Penzance, to Miss Wilmot BRIAN, of the former place.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron, Mr John WOOLCOCK of Gluval, to Miss Elizabeth Morris TRELOAR, of Lundgvan.
Deaths
At Amelebry[?] in the parish of Towednack, on Friday last, Mrs Alice TREWHELLA, aged 80 years.
Friday, 22 Mar
News
The following inquests have been held before Mr HICHENS, coroner;— On Tuesday last, in the parish of Gulval, on the body of Richard Johns THOMAS, aged six months. The parents of the child resided at Penzance, and on Wednesday, about mid-day, the mother went to her father’s house at Chyandour, taking her infant with her, which to all appearance was in perfect health. She dined there, and her mother held the child whilst her daughter took her dinner. Shortly after the child was seized as if with a fit, of which it died in less than half an hour. Verdict, “natural death.”
Births
At Penzance, on Friday last, the wife of Mr Frederick CURNOW, a daughter.
Marriages
At the Registrar’s Office, Penzance, on Saturday last, Mr Humphrey TREMBATH, to Miss Elizabeth DAVEY, both of St Just in Penwith.
At Madron on Saturday last, Mr Thomas PHILLIPS, of Kerrow, to Anne, third daughter of Mr John MATTHEWS, of Buswarthen; and on Monday, Mr F.W. JASPER, of Devonport, to Grace, second daughter of Mr Paul KEMP of Trereife, near Penzance.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron, on Sunday last, Mr Charles RICHARDS, of Gulval, to Miss Mary Ann CORIN of Penzance.
Deaths
At Penzance, on the 14th instant, Mrs Elizabeth EVANS, aged 80 years; on Friday last, Miss Elizabeth JAMES, aged 52 years; and on Sunday, Mr Charles DYZART, aged 62 years.
At Newlyn west, on the 8th instant, the wife of Mr J. KELYNACK, aged 55 years.
Friday, 29 Mar
News
WILLIAM CHRISTOPHER, 24, was Acquitted of stealing three geese, and seven ducks, on the 11th of January, the property of Philippa PERRY, at Uny Lelant.
MARY GRENFELL, was found Guilty of stealing a goose, the property of Joel JAMES, of Sancreed. - Three Months’ Hard Labour.
MINE ACCIDENT.— On Saturday last, as a man named Richard HAND, of Truthall, in the parish of Ludgvan, was in the act of being let down by a rope in the whim shaft at Wheal Margaret, in the parish of Lelant, his foot slipped from the loop in which it was placed, and he fell to the bottom of the shaft, a depth of six fathoms. Although not a bone was fractured yet the poor fellow received several cuts and bruises. The medical gentleman who attended him, however, has great hopes of his recovery.
COULSON AND ANOTHER V. NICHOLLS.—Mr COLE for plaintiffs; attorney, Mr James PASCOE, Mr PAULL for defendant; attorney, Mr J.N. MILLETT. This action brought by Messrs. T and W Coulson, merchants of Penzance, against William S. Nicholls, an attorney, and who also had an interest in vessels. About the end of 1842, the defendant, having had dealings with plaintiff, was indebted to them about £100, and on the 25th of February, 1843, accepted two bills drawn by plaintiffs; one of these bills being for £50 payable in three months; the other being also for £50, but payable in six months. Besides two counts in respect of those two acceptances, there were counts for goods sold and delivered and on account stated. Defendant pleaded that he did not accept the bills,—that he was never indebted—and that the whole of the debt in the declaration was barred by the statute of limitations.—it appeared that immediation after his acceptance of the bills, defendant went away, and was not seen again in the neighbourhood until August last,—as it happened a few days before the expiring of the six years after the 28th August, 1843, when the second bill became due. As to the bill which became due in May 1849, plaintiff’s counsel at once admitted that that claim was barred by the statute of limitations. The claim as to the second bill was not so barred, inasmuch as the writ in this action was issued on the 10th of August, and served on the 14th of August 1849.—The only witness called was James Bevan Coulson, a clerk of the plaintiffs, who proved the defendant’s hand-writing to the acceptance.—The Jury found a verdict for £68; and the Court ordered immediate execution.
Births
At St. Just in Penwith, on the 18th instant, the wife of Mr EDWARDS, a daughter.
Marriages
At Madron on Saturday last, Mr Wm HALLOW [?] to Miss Jane OLDS; AND Mr Matthew JENKIN of Zennor, to Miss Jane EDDY, of Lanyon; on Sunday Mr John FRENCH, to Miss Mary Ann ROWE, both of Penzance; and on Tuesday, Mr John PILL, second mate of the “Mountaineer,” to Miss Isabella UREN of Penzance. [Note: the ship sails for New York on Saturday]
Deaths
At St Ives, on Monday last, Mr Charles PAYNTER, aged 60 years.
At Bolanka, in the parish of Buryan, Mr Richard NICHOLAS, aged 75 years.
At Penzance on the 20th instant, the infant daughter of Mr Thomas PHILLIPS; on the 21st, the wife of Mr Robert HALL, hair-dresser, aged 38 years; on Friday last, Mrs. E. RICHARDS, aged 48 years; the infant son of Mr C. CROCKER, upholsterer; and Frederick, fourth son of Mr Robert BRANWELL, merchant, aged 19 years.
At Penzance, on Saturday last, John ? (could be Boss?) Esq, aged 80 years; and on Monday last, Mr Daniel MICHELL, aged 80 years.
At St Just in Penwith, on Friday last, Mr Thomas TREGEAR, aged 83 years.
At Devonport on the 19th instant, the wife of Mr William HOSKING, formerly of Penzance.
Friday, 5 Apr
Marriages
At Madron on Sunday last, Mr James UREN, to miss Catherine MAXWELL, both of Penzance.
Deaths
At Penzance on Friday last, Emily, youngest daughter of Mr Nicholas DANIEL, aged 27 years.
At Penzance, on the 28th ult., Miss Mary PIDWELL, aged 25 years.
Friday, 12 Apr
News
TRIALS OF PRISONERS.
David MURLEY, 50, was charged with stealing on the 4th of
April, at the parish of Paul, six fowls, the property of James
BOSUSTOW. Prisoner sold the fowls to Mrs Mary ROWE, who attends
the Penzance Market. GUILTY, Three Months’ Hard
Labour.
JOHN HOSKING, 33, was found guilty of stealing on the 5th of April, at Ludgvan, five sheaves of barley and three bundles of straw, the property of James POLGREAN.—Four Months’ Hard Labour.
APPEALS.
PENBERTHY, appellant, Mr DARKE; GUNDRY, respondent, Mr SHILSON.
This was an appeal by William Penberthy, captain of stamps at
Wheal Margaret, in Uny Lelant, against an order for maintenance
of the illegitimate child of Mary Ann Gundry, who was
occasionally employed at the stamps.—Order quashed.
PENZANCE COUNTY COURT.—The usual monthly sitting was held on Tuesday, at the Guildhall. An action was brought by Mr BUZZA, an auctioneer, at St Ives, for the recovery of 8s. from Mr CRAZE of the same place, for money expended in advertising, &c. It appeared that in 1847 Mr Buzza had been employed by the defendant to sell a horse; and issued the usual notice. The horse, however, was not sold by auction, but by private contract, through plaintiff’s instrumentality, although defendant actually disposed of the animal. The action was brought not so much with the view of recovering the amount, as to establish the principle involved. The plaintiff was satisfied that a collusion had existed at the time of the sale between the defendant and the person who bought the horse, and it was this that had determined the plaintiff to bring the action - and in order to let the public understand that he, as an auctioneer, had a legal claim upon the party who had employed him. Evidence having been given, Mr Richard MILLETT, who conducted the defence, addressed his Honour and adduced evidence. His Honour gave a verdict for plaintiff for 2s. 6d. with which plaintiff expressed himself satisfied, as it established the principle he contended for.
Births
At Penzance, lately, the wife of Mr COURTENAY, a daughter; the wife of Mr John CHILDS, mercer and tailor, a daughter; and on Sunday last, the wife of Mr J. WALLIS, jun., a son
Marriages
At the Registrar’s Office, Penzance, on Tuesday last, Mr. Paul MARTINS, of Towednack, to Miss Caroline VINCENT of St Ives.
At the Wesleyan Chapel, Penzance, on the 30th ult., Mr William WARREN, to Mrs JOHNS, both of St Just.
At Penzance, Mr B.I. CLARK, of Port Isaac, to Miss DEACON, of Pendrea.
At Madron, on the 4th instant, Lieut. Lumley WOODYEAR PEYTON, R.N., to Fanny, youngest daughter of John SCOBELL, Esq., of Nancealverne, near Penzance.
At Madron, on Tuesday last, Mr. C.V. KING, to Mary Ann, daughter of Mr Thomas UREN, both of Hes, near Penzance.
Deaths
At Penzance, on the 5th instant, Mr Nicholas TRENWITH, aged 68 years; the wife of Mr Nicholas ANDREWS, aged 52 years; on Sunday last, Thomasine, only daughter of Mr William HARVEY, druggist, aged 7 years; and the infant daughter of Capt. R. NEWMAN, of the schooner “President.”
Friday, 19 Apr
News
CASUALTIES AT SEA—The smack “Unity,” of Fowey, was towed into St Ives by the “Morton,” of that port, on Saturday last, with loss of mast and other damage. The “Antigua Planter,” NOALL, master, of St Ives, carried away her fore-topmast in the same gale, and put into that port on her way from Liverpool to some port in the Baltic. Some of the St Ives mackerel fishermen have been so unfortunate this week as to lose a great part of their nets.
Births
At Penzance on the 9th instant, the wife of Capt LEGG, a son; and on Sunday last, the wife of Mr. Charles Gill CHIVERS, chief mate of the brig “William Canynges,” a daughter.
At Penzance, the wife of Mr George BETTANY, a don.
Marriages
At the Registrar’s Office, Penzance, on Saturday last, Mr Alfred James COCK, of St Just in Penwith, to Miss Margaret HOSKEN, of Ludgvan.
At Madron, on Saturday last, Mr Edward TRUDGEN, of Nancothan, to Miss Mary OSBORNE of Trereife; and on Tuesday last, Mr John DUSTING, master of the “Alert,” of Marazion, to Miss Elizabeth Jane CUNNACK, of Penzance.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron, on Saturday last, Mr William ANDREWARTHA, to Miss Nancy RESEIGH, both of St Just.
At Newlyn West, on the 6th instant, Mr William HARBERT, to Miss Elizabeth MILLS.
Deaths
At St. Ives, Henry son of Mr Henry RICHARDS, aged 16 years; the wife of Mr. J. SEMMONS, aged 41 years; and the infant child of Mr John QUICK.
At Trevarrack, in the parish of Lelant, on Wednesday last, Mrs. Grace HOSKING, aged 36 years.
At Halsetown, in the parish of St Ives, on Monday last, Mrs. Elizabeth PENBERTHY, aged 90 years.
At Sennen, on the 30th ult., Robert Marsh WHATLEY, Esq., of Holtye, Hartfield, Sussex.
At Penzance, on the 11th instant, the wife of Mr BRAMBLE, aged 48 years; and on Monday last, Mrs Mary TREZISE, aged 62 years.
At Sowerby, near Halifax, Yorkshire, on the 24th ult., Mr. George JAMES, Wesleyan, schoolmaster, late of the parish of Ludgvan, aged 26 years.
Friday, 26 Apr
Advertisements
EMIGRATION TO AMERICA. Direct From Penzance To New York. The fine A. E. I. Coppered, fast sailing Ship “MECCA,” 400 tons burthen , Charles A. HALES, Commander, Will, weather permitting, sail from Penzance on the 15th of May next. The “Mecca” has very superior accommodations for both cabin and steerage passengers, and every precaution will be taken to promote the health and comfort of the passengers, by regularly fumigating the ship during the voyage, and find them with provisions at the ship’s expense, until the arrival of the vessel at New York.
The captain is well experienced in the trade, and this will afford an excellent opportunity for passengers to any part of the United States.
The owner will give letters, to farmers and mechanics, to parties in Michigan and Utica, who can put them in the way of procuring employment; and to those desirous of settling on lands how to manage for farms to the best advantage.
To Miners also, this affords a favourable opportunity, and the owner being acquainted with some of the proprietors of mines, letters of recommendation will be given to passengers who can produce satisfactory testimonials of character, &c.
As the “Mecca” will only take a limited number of passengers, an early application should be made to W.C. HEMMINGS, Penzance; Thomas CORFIELD, Penryn; W.BROWNE, St Austell; I NEWTON jun., Camborne, and at the Office, Roseworthy. Dated April 12, 1850.
News
TIN MINING IN France.—On Monday last, about thirty miners and tin streamers, from the parishes of Madron, Paul, Sancreed, Ludgvan, and Buryan, embarked at Penzance in a French lugger, for Pirac, they having been engaged by a company to prosecute tin mining in France.
BODIES FOUND.—The body of a lad (supposed to be that of John NINNIS, of St Ives, drowned from the wreck of the “Dasher,” on the 23rd ult.,) was taken up on the sands at Northam Burrows, Devon, on Sunday the 14th instant, and after an inquest, interred in Northam Churchyard the following day.
Births
At Redruth, on the 14th instant, the wife of Mr John TRYTHALL, jun, formerly of Penzance, a son.
At St Ives, on Sunday last, the wife of Mr T.H. BATE, master of the National School in that place, of a still-born son.
At St Just in Penwith, on Friday last, the wife of Mr Thomas CARTHEW, a son.
Marriages
At Madron, on Saturday last, Mr Henry HOSKING, of Penzance, to Philadelphia, daughter of Mr Thomas MADDERN, of Nancealverne; on Monday, Mr John SANDOW, of Uny Lelant, to Miss J.C. KINDLEY, of Penzance; and on Tuesday, Mr William PEARCE, of Gulval, to Miss Julia RUTTER PASCOE, of Penzance.
Deaths
At St Ives on Monday last, the wife of Mr William STEVENS, aged 64 years.
At Penzance on Friday last, William Thomas, eldest son of Mr Thomas BEARE, stationers, aged 19 years.
At Cork, Mr Edward GRENFELL, a native of Penzance, aged 22 years.
At [?] , East Indies, in February last, Mr Christopher HARVEY, formerly of Penzance.
Friday, 3 May
News
SUDDEN DEATH.—On Saturday last, Mrs TRECARROW[?], of Primrose Valley, near St Ives, whilst engaged in her garden, accidentally struck her leg against something. It appears that in consequences of some ailment in the limb she had, for some time past obliged to wear a bandage round it. The pain produced by the blow was so great that in order to alleviate it she loosened the bandage, when her leg burst and bled to such a degree that before a surgeon arrived she was a corpse. She has left a large family of small children.
PENZANCE INSTITTUTE.—The lecture on Monday evening was by Mr Sambell, of Falmouth, on healthy dwellings. The information given was of a valuable character, and the subject was illustrated by sketches, &c.
FORMATION OF A LITERARY INSTITUTION.—On Friday last, the Rev. H.E. GRAHAM, vicar of Ludgvan, presided at a meeting in the National school-room for forming a literary institution in that parish. There was a numerous attendance, and the business was opened by an able speech from the chairman, who was chosen president of the institution, gave with Mrs Graham a donation of books, and consented to deliver the opening lecture on Friday.
VESSELS LAUNCHED.—A cutter called the “Smuggler,” of seventy tons, intended for the fruit trade, to be commanded by Captain R. LEGG, and considered to be a beautiful model, was launched from the building yard of Mr SYMONS, Penzance, on Saturday last.
Births
At St Ives, on the 25th ult., the wife of Mr Joseph JOHNS, of the Union Inn, a daughter.
At Alverton Terrace, Penzance, on Friday last, the wife of Thomas PIDWELL Esq., a son.
At Penzance, on the 24th ult., the wife of Mr. John CROCKER, a son; and on Monday last, the wife of Mr William ROWE, a daughter.
At St Just in Penwith, on the 21st ult., the wife of J.R. Quick Esq., surgeon, a son; and on the 25th, the wife of Mr W. TRESISE, a daughter.
Marriages
At Towednack on Sunday last, Mr William EDDY, to Miss Elizabeth WEARNE.
At Madron on the 25th ult., Mr William KNIGHT jun., to Miss Mary Ann SYMONS, both of Penzance.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron on the 22nd ult., Mr John TREGURTHA to Miss Grace L. HOLLOW, of St Ives.
Deaths
At St Buryan on the 27th ult., Mr George BOSPEDNICK, aged 22 years.
At Towednack, on Saturday last, Mrs Elizabeth EDDY, aged 33 years.
At Lelant Town, the residence of his father, on the 25th ult., Mr Samuel TUCK, cooper, late of London.
At St Ives, on Saturday last, the wife of Mr William TREVORROW.
At Penzance on Saturday last, the infant daughter of Mr T. Ninnis RODDA, of the Duke of Cumberland Inn.
At Penzance, on Wednesday last, Alfred, youngest son of the Rev. R. YOUNG, Wesleyan minister.
Friday, 10 May
News
FRANCIS PAYNTER’S BANKRUPTCY.
Montague Baker BERE, Esq., Her Majesty’s Commissioner of
the Exeter District Court of Bankruptcy, being the Commissioner
authorized to act under a Fiat in Bankruptcy, bearing date the
twelfth day of February, 1849, awarded and issued forth against
FRANCIS PAYNTER, of Penzance, in the county of Cornwall,
attorney and money scrivener, dealer and chapman, will sit on
the twenty-third day of May instant, at One o’clock in
the Afternoon precisely, at the Court of Bankruptcy for the
Exeter District, in Queen Street, in the city of Exeter, for
the purpose of auditing the assignees’ accounts of the
estate and effects of the said bankrupt; and on the twelfth day
of June next, at Eleven o’clock in the Forenoon
precisely, to make a dividend of the estate and effects of the
said bankrupt. On either of the above days, the creditors who
have not already proved their debts, may prove the same, or
they will be excluded the benefit of the said dividend; and all
claims not then proved will be disallowed. THOMAS ROGERS AND
SON, Helston, Cornwall, Solicitors to the Assignees. Dated 3rd
May, 1850.
Births
At Penzance, on the 2nd instant, the wife of Mr Wm FIDOCK, a son; the wife of Mr Horatio POLLARD, a daughter.
At Hea Moor, in the parish of Madron, on Friday last, the wife of Mr William ROWE, a son.
At Gulval on Saturday last, the wife of Mr James ROBERTS, a son; and the wife of Mr T EDWARDS, a daughter.
At Lower Quarter, in the parish of Ludgvan, on the 2nd instant, the wife of Mr John ELLIS, a daughter.
Deaths
At Penzance on the 25th ult., the infant son of Mr Henry SAMPSON.
At Gulval on Sunday last, the wife of Mr John KESSEL, aged 91 years.
At Canon’s town in the parish of Ludgvan on Tuesday last, Miss Mary Jane KNEEBONE, aged 15 years.
At Ludgvan Church-town on the 2nd instant, Mrs Jane JAMES aged 89 years; and Miss Mary Pearce, aged 16 years.
Friday, 17 May
News
Church Missionary Society.—On Friday evening last, the annual meeting of the Penzance branch of this society was held at the Guildhall, the Rev. H. BATTEN, presiding. There was a large attendance, and besides the address of the Rev. Thomas PEYTON, the deputation, the Rev. Mr GRYLLS and the Rev. J. PUNNETT took part in the proceedings. The report, read by Mr J.S. BEDFORD, stated that the total amount received from the different associations included in this branch of the society, was £121 2s. 7d. The collection at the meeting amounted to £14 5s. 7d.
PENZANCE DISPENSARY.—Two sermons were preached on Sunday last on behalf of this institution, by the Rev. J.H. JAMES, at the Wesleyan Chapel, and the sum of £10 6s. was collected.
Births
At Penzance, on the 8th instant, the wife of Mr Wm. NICHOLLS, upholsterer, a son.
Marriages
At Madron on Saturday last, Mr J. M. RICHARDS TO Miss JACKA; Mr P P WATKINS, to Miss Grace HACKET; and on Tuesday last, Mr Henry WOOLCOCK, to Miss Eliza DREW, all of Penzance.
Deaths
At the Vicarage, Zennor, on the 8th instant, Mary, relict of the late John BORLASE Esq., of Castle Horneck.
At St Just in Penwith, on the 5th instant, the second son of Mr John WILLIAMS, aged 14 years; and on the 9th, Mrs Mary OATS, aged 64 years.
At Trengwainton, near Madron, on Saturday last, Mrs Elizabeth FOX, relict of the late Mr John Fox of Treneere, aged 78 years.
Friday, 24 May
News
PENZANCE INSTITUTE. On Monday evening last, the Rev. H. BATTEN delivered a lecture on “the Mountains of the Globe.” The chair was occupied by Mr. J. N. R. MILLETT, and the lecture afforded much useful information.
Births
At Penzance, on the 14th instant, the wife of Mr William WELCH, ironmonger, a daughter.
At Newlyn west, the wife of Mr John B. PONTREATH, a son.
At Lower Wheal Kitty, in the parish of Ludgvan, on the 15th instant, the wife of Mr John TILLY, a son.
Marriages
At St Ives, on Monday last, Mr Francis LANDER, to Miss Jane CURNOW, both of that place.
At Towednack, on Sunday last, Mr Francis PHILLIPS, to Miss Alice Ninnis ROACH.
At Madron on Saturday last, Mr Richard ROWE, to Miss E.S. TRENWITH; and Mr. W. S. HONEYCHURCH, to Miss Frances A. ROWE, all of Penzance.
At Ludgvan on Saturday last, Mr R BENNETTS, to Miss Mary BAWDEN, both of that place.
Deaths
At St Ives on Saturday last, Mr Paul HAIN, aged 22[or 32] years; and wife of Capt. William THOMAS, of the schooner “Jane,” of Hayle.
At Marazion, on Friday last, Mary, youngest daughter to Capt. Thomas RICHARDS, aged 3 years; and on Sunday, the infant child of Mr John HUNKIN.
At Penzance onMonday last, Mr George COMMONS, aged 66 years; Thomas, only son of Mr Thomas EDMONDS, builder, aged 32 years; Mrs. Ann CARNE, aged 77 years; and Mr John RICHARDS, late of Uny Lelant, aged 86 years.
Friday, 31 May
Advertisements
EMIGRATION TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FROM
PENZANCE.
The fine first-class, fast-sailing, well-known, coppered Brig
“TYNE,” Martin BOSUSTOW, Master, of the burthen of
500 tons, Will, wind and weather permitting, leave Penzance
direct for NEW YORK, on or about the 25th day of June next.
This vessel having an experienced master, and being in
first-rate order with excellent height between decks, and in
every way having superior accommodations for passengers, offers
a most desirable opportunity for families and others emigrating
to the United States. It being the nearest route to Lakes
Superior and Michigan, an early application is requested, as
this vessel will only take a limited number. For terms of
passage and other particulars, apply to W.D. MATHEWS, Dock
Office, Penzance.
N.B.—Passengers will be found with all provisions as required by the act.
News
LUDGVAN LITERARY INSTITUTION.—On Tuesday evening last, an interesting lecture was delivered at this institution by Mr W. H. RODD of Penzance, on “Reading.” The lecturer treated his subject in a most able and popular manner, and at the close the chairman, the Rev. H.E. GRAHAM, the highly respected rector of Ludgvan, gave an instructive and appropriate address. A discussion ensued, and an unanimous vote of thanks was passed to the lecturer, which he acknowledged: also to the Rev. Canon ROGERS, for his generous aid in presenting the institution with a donation of £1 and two handsome volumes for the library. The next lecture will be delivered on the 11th of June, by Mr Francis HARVEY, of Hayle, “on Instinct and Reason.”
ODD FELLOWS. The “Queen’s Own” Lodge of Odd Fellows celebrated their anniversary at Penzance, on Monday last, when they went in possession to St Mary’s Church, with the St Ives brass band, and the regalia of the lodge. A sermon was preached by Brother the Rev. H. BATTEN, and in the afternoon, the members dined together at the Three Tuns Hotel, where an excellent repast was provided, the Mayor, Mr. S. PIDWELL, in the chair, supported by the Rev. Chaplain, Brothers PEARCE and ROSCORLA, and Brother Thomas BERRYMAN, V.G. in the vice chair. A number of toasts were given and responded to, and the Secretary remarked on the prosperous state of the funds, at the same time urging the importance of obtaining, if possible, the protection of the law [?] order generally, as a security to its funds, and a guarantee for the stability of its tables.
Births
At Penzance, on the 23rd instant, the wife of Mr Thomas HEYNES, grocer, a daughter.
At Gulval, on the 23rd instant, the wife of Mr John EDDY, a still-born son; and on Saturday last, the wife of Mr NEWTON, a son.
At Curcuryan, in the parish of Ludgvan, on Friday last, the wife of Mr Joseph CLARK, miller, a son.
Deaths
At St ives, on the 23rd instant, the wife of Capt. Thomas TREWEEKE.
At Penzance, on the 21st instant, Sarah, youngest daughter of Mr John PERMEWAN; and on the 22nd, Mr William HILL, aged 64 years.
Friday, 7 Jun
News
VESSEL FOUNDERED.—The schooner “Isabella,” WEBB, master, of Falmouth, from Fowey to Cardiff, with a cargo of copper ore, sprung a leak and foundered off the Land’s-End, on Friday last. The crew took to their boat and were picked up by a Mousehole fishing boat.
FIRE.—Last Sunday afternoon, the malt-house of Mr PENTREATH in Penzance, was found to be on fire, and although the engines were promptly on the spot, the premises were completely burnt to the ground. Considerable damage was also done to an adjoining stable. The cause of the fire is unknown.
ACCIDENT.—One evening last week, as Mr R. PEARCDE was returning in a gig to Penzance from Wheal Reeth Mine, his horse took fright and he was thrown from the vehicle, and in his fall was considerably injured about the head. He is now, however, we are glad to learn, gradually recovering.
Births
At St Ives, on Friday last, the wife of Mr Richard QUICK, shipwright, a daughter.
At Chyandour, on Tuesday last, the wife of Mr John TUCKER, a son.
At Lowerquarter, in the parish of Ludgvan, on the 30th ult., the wife of Mr Thomas TREVASKIS, a son; and on Saturday last, the wife of Mr Edmund ROBERTS, a daughter.
Marriages
At St Ives on the 30th ult., Capt Peter BEVAN (?) to Miss Mary BANFIELD; and on Sunday last, Mr John STEVENS, to Miss Catherine B. TREVORROW, all of St Ives.
At Madron on the 29th ult., Mr Richard ALLEN, of Perranarworthal, to Miss Elizabeth PASCOE, of Penzance; on the 30th, Mr John WILLIAMS, to Miss Elizabeth REYNOLDS, of Constantine; and on Saturday last, Mr John VICTOR, to Miss Elizabeth BASTIAN, both of Chyandour.
At Wesley Rock Chapel, Madron, on Tuesday last, Mr Richard H. TREVORROW, to Miss Mary BRYANT, both of St Ives.
Deaths
At Halsetown in the parish of St Ives, on Monday last, Miss Catherine Hosking BANFIELD, aged 16 years.
At Trink in the parish of Lelant, on Wednesday last, Mr Edward BENNETS, aged 78 years.
At Gunwin, in the parish of Lelant on Wednesday last, Miss Belenda CHRISTOPHER, aged 20 years.
At Penzance, on Sunday last, the wife of Mr Henry NICHOLLS, aged 47 years; and Augustus, son of Mr John UREN, aged 12 years.
At Budleigh Salterton, Devon, on the 30th ult., Mr James LEDDRA, of the coast guard, and formerly of St Ives, aged 60 years.
At Bedminster, near Bristol, on the 26th ult., Mr DRYBERG, formerly inspector of fisheries, Penzance, aged 60 years.
Friday, 14 Jun
News
PENZANCE. There were seventy-two cases entered for hearing at this court on Tuesday last. The case of BICKFORD and others, proprietors of the “Brilliant” omnibus, against W. BALL, proprietor of the “Cornubia” was to recover £10 for damages alleged to have been done to the plaintiff’s omnibus through having been run into by the “Cornubia”; also for the keep of a horse for several weeks. Mr STOKES in the absence of Mr DARKE, conducted the case for plaintiffs, and Mr R. MILLETT and Mr ROSCORLA appeared for defendant. The trial lasted about six hours, and a verdict was given for defendant.
FATAL ACCIDENT. On Thursday the 6th instant, Mr David MARTYN of Longstone Downs, in the parish of Lelant, was employed at his usual work in a coal pit, near Bristol and while in the act of ascending a shaft on a ladder he fell about six fathoms and was killed on the spot. The unfortunate man has left a wife and five small children to lament their loss.
Births
At Penzance, on the 30th ult., the wife of Lieut Col. LEY, a still born child.
At Penzance, on the 5th instant, the wife of Mr G. WEARNE, a son; and on Saturday last, the wife of Mr W. MICHELL, a son.
At Chyandour on Tuesday last, the wife of Mr Wm. Mathews ?, a daughter.
Marriages
At St Ives on Friday last, Mr Thomas JOHNS, to Miss J.K. JAMES; on Sunday, Mr Henry THOMAS, to Miss Lavinia GEORGE; on Tuesday, Mr Wm RICHARDS, draper, to Matilda, youngest daughter of Mr John CHELLEW, corn factor, both of St Ives; and Mr James BAILEY, to Miss Jane MURLEY, of Lelant.
At the Synagogue, Penzance on Wednesday last, Mr FEINBURGH of Newport, to Catherine, third daughter of the Rev. B.A. SIMMONS of Penzance.
At St Just in Penwith, Mr Richard CLEMENS, to Miss Peggy ANGWIN.
At Ludgvan, on Sunday last, Mr John THOMAS, to Miss Elizabeth JOHNS, both of that parish.
At Madron on Monday last, Mr J.M. BEVAN, to Miss Jane MITCHELL; and Mr H.J. ROGERS, to Miss Elizabeth RICHARDS, all of Penzance.
Deaths
At St Ives, Miss Elizabeth QUICK, aged 97 years, and Mrs Honor HAWKE, aged 60 years.
At Rejurn, in the parish of Lelant, on Monday last, Mr Zachariah BRYANT, aged 64 years.
At Halsetown in the parish of St Ives, on the 6th instant, Mr Michael CURNOW, aged 47 years.
At Penzance on Wednesday last, after a brief illness, Hugh DILLON, youngest son of James MONTGOMERY, M.D., aged 11 years.
At Penzance, on the 1st instant, Mr John BASSETT, aged 81 years; and on the 4th, Mr John HANWELL, aged 82 years.
Friday, 21 Jun
Births
At Penzance, on Sunday last, the wife of Arthur BERRYMAN Esq., surgeon, a son.
Marriages
At Madron on Saturday last, Mr Elias COCK, to Miss Mary Jane BODINNER, both of Newlyn.
Deaths
At Gulval, Mr Richard BARNES, aged 72 years.
At Exeter on Saturday last, Thomas HOCKING, son of Mr William ROWE, late of Truro, and grandson of T.P. HOCKING, Esq., of Penzance, aged 23 years.
Friday, 28 Jun
News
SUICIDE AT PENZANCE. On Thursday morning last, Mr John ELLIS, a retired carpenter, residing near Vounderveor Lane, committed suicide by hanging himself. It appeared from the evidence given at the inquest that he had been in a desponding state since last Christmas, and the day before he had said to his brother that he felt “mazed,” and supposed that he must go to the asylum. The act was committed in his own bedroom, and deceased was quite dead when found. The jury gave a verdict to the effect that deceased hung himself being of unsound mind at the time.
Births
At Zennor, on Tuesday last, the wife of Mr Berryman of the Tinners’ Arms, a still born son.
Deaths
At Marazion on Firday last, the infant son of Mr John VEALE of St Just.
At Newlyn west, on Tuesday last, Mr Stephen RICHARDS, aged 19 years.
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