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Surnames mentioned in the notices: Abbott, Adams, Anning, Ash, Atkins, Avery, Avery, Babbage, Back, Baker, Barrell, Barron, Barter, Bast, Becket, Benham, Bidgood, Bidwell, Bolt, Bond, Borne, Boutcher, Bowden, Braddick, Brooks, Brown, Browning, Bussell, Cann, Cannington, Chaffe, Challice, Cheshire, Chudleigh, Clark, Cloak, Coates, Cobley, Cock, Cole, Coleridge, Coles, Collier, Colson, Comer, Cornish, Courtenay, Cox, Crees, Crocker, Curtis, Dart, Dashwood, Davey, Dawe, Dennis, Dennitt, Dickers, Diment, Draper, Drew, Drewe, Eames, Edwards, Ensor, Evans, Facy, Farley, Featherstone, Field, Fish, Flood, Force, Fortescue, Fry, Furlong, Gale, Glanville, Gobb, Godbeer, Godfrey, Goodhind, Gould, Graddon, Grant, Grigg, Hadley, Halfyard, Hall, Hamlin, Hancock, Hannaford, Harding, Harris, Hawkesley, Hayes, Heathfield, Henwood, Hillman, Holberton, Holding, Holman, Hoof, Hooper, Hosgood, Hunt, Hunt, Huxtable, Jenkyns, Jennings, Jewel, Jewell, Keagle, Keal, Kelland, Kennedy, Kingdon, Lake, Langsford, Lawdey, Leach, Leaman, Leigh, Lixford, Lock, Longman, Luxton, Manley, Mann, Mare, Marsh, Marshall, Marting, Mathews, Matthews, Matthewson, May, Mayne, Melhuish, Minifie, Moase, Moore, More, Morris, Mortimer, Moxey, Newton, Neyle, Norman, Olding, Oldridge, Oliver, Pannell, Parish, Parker, Parker, Parsons, Payne, Pearce, Perkins, Phillips, Pittwood, Potter, Pounsford, Pratt, Quick, Rawle, Raymont, Reed, Rendal, Rennels, Roberts, Rogers, Rowe, Rudd, Sampson, Sarell, Searle, Sener, Shapland, ShereShere, Skinner, Sleeman, Smale, Small, Smallridge, Smith, Snell, Snow, Southard, Southcott, Sowdon, Spargo, Spence, Sprague, Stanley, Stewart, Stone, Talley, Tamlin, Tamlyn, Tepper, Thomas, Thompson, Thorne, Tolley, Townsend, Traford, Treffry, Tyte, Wakem, Walter, Ward, Ware, Warren, Waye, Weir, Wellington, West, Westacott, Westcott, Westlake, Whidborne, White, Williams, Wilton, Wood, Woolcott, Wreford, Yeo.
Whereas Dorothy the Wife of John Cannington of Tiverton in the County of Devon, Sergemaker, (and Daughter of Thomas Weeks of Trinity Parish in the City of Exon, Sergemaker), hath Elop'd from her said Husband, and carry'd away several of his Goods, and hath likewise privately contracted several Debts, for which her Husband is threaten'd to be sued; the said John Cannington doth hereby forbid all Persons from giving her any Credit, and declares he will not pay it.
Whereas Eleanor the Wife of John Yeo, of Newton-Abbot in the County of Devon, Gentleman, hath lately Eloped from her Husband, and to prevent the Clamours and Trouble that might arise or come to the said John Yeo her Husband, he hath secured to her a valuable and competent Maintenance to be duly paid her; therefore all Persons are hereby warned not to Trust or Sell any thing whatsoever to the said Eleanor without ready Payment, for that he the said John Yeo will not, nor is obliged to pay any Debts of her contracting.
Whereas Mary Leigh, Daughter of Jonas Watson of Cullompton in the County of Devon, Innkeeper, is departed and gone away from her Husband, Henry Leigh of the same Parish and County, aforesaid, Yeoman, these are to give Notice that all People at their Peril, are hereby forbidden to lodge or entertain her, or in any wise to Credit her for any matter or thing, or on any Account whatsoever.
Whereas Mary, the Wife of Roger Facy of Tavistocke in the County of Devon, Yeoman, hath Eloped from her said Husband, these are to advise all Persons not to Trust the said Mary Facy with Money or Goods on account of her said Husband, for that he will not pay any Debts she shall Contract after the Publication hereof.
Whereas, Harriot Traford, formerly of the Name of Harriot
Thompson, Wife of me, James Traford, Mariner, belonging to the
Diamond Frigate, having absconded from and left me without Cause, I
hereby caution all people not to trust or credit her in the Name of
Harriot Traford, as I shall not be answerable for the same from
this Day.
James Traford, Plymouth, January 16th, 1800
Hennock Parish, Devon.
This is to give Notice, that John Loveys Sener, and his wife Mary,
are parted, and I have allowed her a good Maintenance; this is to
Certify, that I will not Pay any Debts that she may hereafter
Contract after this Public Notice, as Witness my Hand this Tenth
Day of February 1800.
John Loveys Sener.
I, Thomas Ash, of Brixham Quay, in the County of Devon, Mariner, being separated and living apart from my Wife, Rosmd Ash, I hereby caution all Persons not to credit the said Rosmd. Ash, as I am determined not to pay any Debts which she may contract after this public Notice. Given under my Hand this 24th Day of March 1800. Thos. Ash.
Whereas, Thomas Mare, White-smith, of the Borough of Plymouth,
in the County of Devon, and Mary Mare, his Wife, are parted by
mutual consent, this is to inform the Public in general, that he
will not pay any Debts she may contract after this Public
Notice.
Plymouth, 4th April 1800.
Elopement.
Whereas Jane, the Wife of John Matthewson, Mariner, eloped from him
about 18 months ago, without any Provocation. These are to desire
and caution the Public not to trust her by any means, as he will
not pay any Debts she may contract in future.
John Matthewson, Dock, 26th May, 1800.
Eloped from her husband, Mary Hooper, of Turn Chapple,
Cat-Water, Plymouth. This is to give Notice, that I will not be
answerable for any Debts she may contract.
John Hooper, Turn Chapple, near Plymouth, June 10, 1800.
Whereas, Sarah, the wife of me Richard Edwards, of Fremington,
in the County of Devon, Joiner, hath lately Eloped from me without
any Kind of Provocation on my Part and purloined my Goods and
Chattels for the Purpose of converting the same to her own Use.
This is therefore to caution any Person or Persons, whatsoever from
entrusting her in my Name or on my Account, as I am determined
never to pay any Sum or Sums of Money for any Debt or Debts she may
contract after this public Notice. Witness my Hand at Barnstaple
this 29th Day of May, in the Year of our Lord, 1800.
Richd. Edwards
Caution to the Public
Whereas, Mary, the wife of Edward Southcott, of Exmouth, Devon,
Mariner, has frequently taken up Goods on his Account, and
otherwise run him in Debt, with great Imprudence and without his
Knowledge, this is to caution the Public not t trust the said Mary
Southcott, after this Notice, as he is resolved not to pay any
Debts she may hereafter contract.
As Witness my Hand this 10th December 1800.
Edward Southcott.
Whereas, Mary Tamlyn, the wife of me, John Tamlyn, of Ley, in
the Parish of Northmolton, in the county of Devon, went from me
without the least Provocation, about six weeks since: This is
therefore to caution the Public from trusting the said Mary Tamlyn
on my Account, as I am determined not to pay any Debt she may
contract.
Dec. 27th, 1800. John Tamlyn.
Whereas the Rev. William Grant, Curate of Iddesleigh, in the
County of Devon, and his wife Jane, are separated, he gives this
public Notice, that he will not pay any Debts she may contract from
the Date hereof; and begs the Favor of all that may have any
Demands on him to send them in immediately to Mr Turner, Secretary
to the Hon. And right Rev. the Bishop of Exeter.
William Grant, Iddesleigh, March 25th, 1801
A Caution
This is to caution all Persons not to trust Elizabeth Curtis, Wife
of John Curtis, of this City, Brass Founder, as he will not pay any
Debts she may contract after this public Notice. J. Curtis is
certain there are several people living about Bartholomew's Yard,
Pig Market, Ex Island, and other Parts of this City, who harbour
and ill-advise his Wife, to the Injury of his Family; he cautions
all Persons from harbouring the said Elizabeth Curtis, as he is
determined to prosecute them to the utmost Severity of the Law.
Witness my Hand this 12th Day of May 1801.
J. Curtis, St Paul's-street, Exeter.
N.B. Wanted a Nurse for three Children, if in the Country the more
agreeable; apply as above.
Caution to the Public
Whereas on the First Day of April last, a Separation took Place,
between Ambrose Shere, late of Plymtree, in the County of Devon,
but now of Bishop Hatfield, in the County of Herts, and Elizabeth,
his Wife, on certain conditions. This is therefore to Caution all
Persons not to Credit or Trust her, as no Debts that she may
Contract will be paid by me, Ambrose Shere.
N.B. This has been Published in Two of the London Papers, in April
last.
Bishop Hatfield, 27th July, 1801.
Whereas on the First Day of April last, Ambrose Shere, then of
Plymtree, in the County of Devon, yeoman, but now of Bishop's
Hatfield, in the County of Herts, did, without the least Reason,
leave me, Elizabeth Shere, his Wife, and one Child, having made no
Provision for me or my said Child's Support (although well able so
to do); and the said A. Shere, my Husband, having by an
Advertisement, dated the Twenty-seventh July last, cautioned the
Public not to credit or trust me, a Separation having taken Place
between us, on certain Conditions. And whereas no mutual Separation
did ever take Place between us, he having wilfully deserted me and
my Child as aforesaid, I am therefore, in Vindication of myself,
and in Justice to my own Feelings, induced to take this public Step
of informing the World of his Brutality and of the real Truth.
Elizabeth Shere.
N.B. This will be published in the London Papers.
Cullompton, 17th August, 1801.
I, Cesar Becket, Carpenter, of His Majesty's Ship, the
Constance, do hereby give Notice, That I will not, from the Date
hereof, be answerable for any Debts which Elizabeth, my Wife, (now
Separated from me)may contract with any Person or Persons
whomsoever.
Witness my Hand this 5th Day of September 1801.
Cesar Becket.
Whereas Ann, the Wife of James Longman, of the City of Exeter,
dealer in Musical Instruments, has at various times co-habited with
other Men, and particularly with a Relation of her said Husband,
whom she knew to be a Married Man; and also with a Frenchman, with
whom she lived for Four Years, he has been under the Necessity of
entirely withdrawing himself from her, and has allowed her, by
Deed, a separate Maintenance adequate to his Abilities and
Situation.
This is therefore to caution the Public not to trust the said Ann
Longman, as he is resolved not to pay any of the Debts she has
contracted since the Date of the aforesaid Deed, or which she may
hereafter contract from the Date hereof.
James Longman, Dated Exeter, 30th Sept. 1801.
Eloped from her Husband, on Wednesday the 28th of October last,
Ann Bowden, of Chittlehamholt, in the Parish of Chittlehampton, and
took with her Property to the Value of about 30l. This is therefore
to caution any Person from trusting the said Ann Bowden, as I am
determined not to pay any Debt that she may contract, and to
prosecute any Person who harbours her or detains any of the aid
Property.
John Bowden.
Whereas, Joanna, the Wife of me, Thomas Leaman, of the Parish of
Combintinhead, has, during my Absence at Newfoundland, squandered
my Property, contracted many debts without my Knowledge, and been
guilty of other great Misbehaviour, which has at Length obliged me
to separate from her.
This is to caution all Persons not to trust the said Joanna Leaman
on my Account, as I am resolved to pay none of the Debts she may
contract after this public Notice.
Witness my Hand this 19th of January, 1802.
Thomas Leaman.
Whereas Anna, wife of me Robert Halfyard, of the Parish of Rew,
near Exeter, has for a long Time co-habited with another Man, and
has absconded from me this Day, without the least Provocation
whatever; This is therefore to caution all Persons not to trust my
said Wife, as I am resolved not to pay any Debts she may contract
after this public Notice.
As witness my Hand this Fifteenth Day of April, 1802.
Robert Halfyard.
She is supposed to be now residing at Exmouth.
Whereas, Ann Cloak, Wife of me, James Cloak, did Elope from me
on the Twenty-second of this Instant, without the least
Provocation, this is therefore to caution the Public not to credit
her on my Account, as I am determined not to pay an Debts she may
contract after this public Notice. As Witness my Hand, James
Cloak.
Dated at Newtonabbot, 24th April 1802.
A Caution.
Whereas, Prudence, the Wife of John Tyte, of Barnstaple, County of
Devon, has involved her Husband in sundry Debts unknown to him, he
hereby gives the Public a Caution not to credit her, as he will not
pay any Debts contracted by her after this public Notice.
John Tyte, Barnstaple, 1st May 1802.
Caution.
Eloped from her Husband, Ann Small, of Plympton, without any Cause;
This is to Caution all Persons not to give Credit or Trust the aid
Ann Small, as her Husband will not pay any Debts she may contract
after this Notice.
Plympton, 24th May 1802. Wm. Small.
To the Public, A Caution.
Whereas, Mary Gould, Wife of Mr William Gould, Gunner of His
Majesty's Ship, San Josef, has repeatedly ran her Husband in Debt,
and otherwise defrauded him; and has now absconded from her aid
Husband. Notice is hereby given, That the said Mr William Gould
will not, from the Date hereof, pay any Debts that the said Mary
Gould may contract; and the public are particularly requested not
to credit her in any Manner whatever.
Witness my Hand, William Gould.
Dock, Sept. 20th, 1802.
Wife Eloped.
Whereas, Mary Keagle, Wife of me, Peter Keagle, of the parish of
Bucklandmonachorum, in the County of Devon, Blacksmith, died, on
the First Day of this instant, November, Elope from me, her
husband, without any Provocation, and carried away with her the
Value of Thirty Pounds (or thereabout) of my Property; this is
therefore to caution all Persons not to trust the said Mary Keagle,
as I am resolved not to pay any Debts she may contract after this
Public Notice. Witness my Hand this Fourth Day of November,
1802.
Peter Keagle.
Bucklandmonachorum, 6th Nov. 1802.
Eloped from her Husband, Grace the Wife of William Wilton, of
the Parish of Lanivet, near Bodmin, in Cornwall. All Persons are
cautioned not to Trust her, as no Debts she may contract will be
paid by me. She is supposed to be gone to Brixham, in Devon, or the
Neighbourhood, in company with a Man. Whoever will give an account,
so that she may be found and secured, shall receive a Reward of
Five Pounds. She is about Thirty Years of age, fair Complexion,
black Hair and about five Feet three Inches high.
Dated 6th Dec. 1802.
The Sign of X William Wilton.
Witness, Richard Coom.
Whereas Mary, the Wife of me, Thos. Warren, of the Parish of
Tiverton, has lately contracted several Debts without my Knowledge
or Consent: This is to Caution the Public against trusting her in
future, as I am determined not to pay any Debts whatever that she
may hereafter contract.
Witness my Hand, Thos. Warren.
Tiverton, 6th Dec. 1802.
Eloped from his Family, William Hannam, alias Hatch, Blacksmith,
aged 29 Years, about 5 Feet 8 Inches high, brown Complexion, down
Look, dark brown straight Hair, stoops a little forward in Walking,
hath served in the 12th Regiment of Foot, also in the Mariners'
Service many Years. Whoever will apprehend the said William Hannam,
alias Hatch, and bring him to the Churchwardens or Overseers of the
parish of South Brent, in the County of Devon, shall receive a
Reward of Five Guineas, besides all reasonable Charges.
Witness our Hands, Jeffery White, John Andrew, Churchwardens; James
Holditch, Rich. Hosking, Overseers.
South Brent, 4th Dec. 1802.
Notice to the Public.
Whereas Mary Bowden, the Wife of me Jonathan Bowden, of the Parish
of Chudleigh, in the County of Devon, has, at various Times,
contracted several Debts without my Knowledge. This is therefore to
caution the Public not to trust her after this Time, as I will not
be answerable for any Debts which she may contract, as I allow her
a separate Maintenance.
Witness my Hand - The Mark of X Jon. Bowden.
Chudleigh, 16th March, 1803.
A Caution
Whereas many unhappy Circumstances have rendered it necessary for
me to reside, for Two Years last past, in London, whither my Wife
Margery was unwilling to accompany me; and during this Absence my
said Wife hath done me irreparable Dishonour, and even proceeded so
far as to declare her Resolution to have no Cohabitation with me,
which renders a Separation absolutely necessary; I hereby inform
the Public, that my said Wife doth now keep a House and
Billiard-Table in Exeter, solely on her own Account; wherefore I
think it Justice to myself and others, thus to caution the Public
not to give her the least Credit on my Account, as I am determined
not to pay any Debts which she may hereafter contract.
Emanuel Grigg.
Dated Exeter, May 30th, 1803.
Eloped from her Husband, Samuel Jewell, Boatswain of his
Majesty's Ship, Warrior, Mary Jewell, his Wife:- This is to caution
and warn all persons whatever not to give Trust or Credit to the
said Mary Jewell, as I am determined not to pay any Debts she may
contract after this public Notice.
Witness my Hand, Samuel Jewell, Dock, Aug. 29, 1803.
A Caution.
Whereas Elizabeth my Wife or reputed Wife, hath clandestinely
secreted, conveyed away, and disposed of, a great Part of my
Household Goods and Furniture, my Books of Account, and other
Papers, which were in my Dwelling-House, situate in East
Teignmouth, in the County of Devon; and hath also received divers
Debts, which were due and owing to me, without Knowledge, and
against my Will; I do therefore hereby forbid all Persons
whomsoever, who stand indebted to me, from paying her any such
Debts, as I will not allow Payment thereof; and from giving her any
Credit on my Account, as I will not pay any Debt which she shall
contract.
Witness my Hand, this 27th Day of February, 1804. - John
Heathfield.
Witnesses - Ambrose Shere, Thos. Pannell.
Whereas, Mary West, the Wife of Wm. West, of the Parish of
Poltimore, has lately contracted many Debts in his Name; this is
therefore to caution the Public not to trust the said Mary West, as
he is resolved not to pay any Debts she may contract from the Date
hereof.
Poltimore, 18th April, 1804. Wm. West.
A Caution to the Public
Whereas, Tryphena Hamlin, Wife of me John Hamlin, of the Parish of
the Holy Trinity, in the City of Exeter, Baker, has thought proper
to abscond and leave my House, without any Provocation or Reason
for so doing - this is therefore to caution the Public against
trusting her on my Account, as I will not be answerable for any
Debts she may contract after this public Notice. As witness my Hand
this fifteenth day of June, 1804. John Hamlin.
Witness, Matthew Southard.
Whereas, Ann my wife has left me without any provocation, this
is to caution all persons against truting her on my account, as I
am determined not to pay any debt she may contract after this
public notice; and whoever shall harbour her, will be prosecuted,
by me, William Flood, Powderham-street, Kenton.
October 19th, 1804.
Whereas, my wife, Sarah Stewart has misconducted herself at
various times, by her absence, and other improprieties; This is to
caution the public not to trust her in my name, as I will not pay
any debts she may contract.
John Steward, Plymouth-Dock, March 18, 1805.
Whereas Mary Marshall, (wife of Thomas Marshall, a sergeant in the 2nd royal veteran battalion, stationed in Plymouth Citadel) has lately eloped from Tavistock, in the county of Devon, where she resided, without the knowledge and consent of her said husband. This is to give notice, that I, the said Thomas Marshall, am determined not to pay any debts whatever, which she may contract after this public notice. As witness my hand this 5th day of April, 1805. Thos. Marshall.
Whereas my wife, Eliz. Godbeer, of Moretonhampstead, has
contracted a number of debts unknown to me, this is to give Notice,
that I will not pay any more after the date hereof.
Abraham Godbeer.
Moretonhampstead, 6th Oct. 1805.
Whereas Elizabeth Rowe, the wife of John Rowe, of the parish of
Alphington, in the county of Devon, did on Friday the eighth
instant, elope from her said husband; this is to give notice, that
I, the said John Rowe, will not be answerable for any debts, she
the said Elizabeth Rowe may contract, from and after this public
advertisement. Given under my hand the 12th day of November,
1805.
The mark of X John Rowe.
Witness thereto - William Limebear.
Notice to Creditors
Whereas Mary Holberton, the wife of me Nicholas Holberton, the
younger, of Totnes, in the county of Devon, shopkeeper, has lately
eloped from me, this is therefore to caution all persons against
giving the said Mary Holberton, my wife, from this time any credit
on my account, as I shall not pay any debts she may contract. And I
do hereby request all persons, to whom I now stand indebted, to
send me forthwith all their accounts, that they may be discharged.
As witness my hand, this 11th day of March, 1806.
Nicholas Holberton, jun.
Signed in the presence of Walter Prideaux, attorney, Totnes.
William Roberts, the younger, cordwainer, and Mary, his wife,
having run away from their family, and left the same, consisting of
four children, chargeable to the parish of Thorverton. A Reward of
five guineas is hereby offered to any person or persons who will
secure the said William Roberts and Mary his wife, so as they may
be secured in any of his majesty's gaols in ?------, to be dealt
with according to Law, to be paid by Mr Thomas Luxmoore, overseer
of the said parish. The said William Roberts is a flippant ?------
man, about thirty years old, slight made, about 5 feet 6 inches
high, and fair complexion.
Thorverton, March 6th, 1806.
Whereas Elizabeth Walter, wife of me John Walter, of the parish of Lifton, in the county of Devon, yeoman, has absconded fro me without the least provocation. I therefore caution the public against trusting her on my account, as I will not be answerable for any debts she may contract after this public notice. As witness my hand, this 9th day of May, 1806. John Walter.
Whereas, my wife, Elizabeth Hannaford, has this day eloped from
me, without any just cause or provocation; this is therefore to
caution all persons whomsoever, not to trust the said Elizabeth
Hannaford, on my account, as I will pay no debts which she may
contract. As witness my hand, John Hannaford.
Abbottscarswell, 27th May, 1806.
Caution
Whereas, my wife Jane Dennitt, hath run me in debt and acted
otherwise improperly in her conduct towards me. This is therefore
to give notice, that after this public advertisement, I caution all
and every person not to advance any money to her, or let her the
aforesaid Jane Dennitt, my wife, have any goods or money on my
account, as I am determined after this public notice not to pay any
debts of her contracting. As witness my hand, John Dennitt.
Dated from his majesty's ship, Aigle
June 26, 1806.
A Caution
Whereas, Mary Godfrey, my wife, has left me without the smallest
cause given her on my part; I am under the necessity, in justice to
myself and children, thus publicly to caution all persons against
trusting her on my account, being determined not to pay any debt
whatever, that she may henceforth contract.
As witness my hand, Benjamin Godfrey,
Three Cranes, Exeter, 30th Sept. 1806.
N.B. The business will be continued at the above house, by me B.
Godfrey, and where every attention shall be paid to merit a
continuance of my customers' favours.
Whereas, on Monday the 20th instant, Elizabeth Rudd, wife of me,
Philip Rudd, of Topsham, did elope from her husband, without any
provocation, and carried away with her his property to a valuable
amount. This is to caution the public not to trust her, the said
Elizabeth Rudd, as I will not pay any debts that she may contract
after this public notice.
Witness my hand, Philip Rudd. Topsham, 23rd April, 1807.
Whereas I, John Clark, of Chittlehamholt, Devon, common Carrier,
having reason to suspect my Wife has carried away divers Articles
of my property, this is therefore to caution all persons not to
give her any credit, as I am determined not to pay any debts she
may contract after this public notice.
Given under my hand this 12th day of July, 1807. John Clark.
Caution
Whereas, Charlotte Harris, wife of me, Benjamin Harris, of
Teignmouth, Devon, has lately left me, without any cause or
provocation on my part, and taken with her sundry articles, my
property; this is to caution all persons not to trust her on my
account, being determined not to pay any debts whatever that she
may contract.
The mark of X Benjamin Harris.
Witness, J. Bast, August 15, 1807.
To the Public.
This is to caution all persons from trusting my wife, Elizabeth
Spargo, as I will not be answerable or responsible for any debts
she may contract after this notice. Dated at the Royal Oak Inn,
adjoining to New Bridge, in the parish of Tavistock, in the county
of Devon, this 18th day of August, 1807.
James Spargo.
Witness, James Wakem, of Calstock, Cornwall.
N.B. This will be advertised no more.
To the Public
This is to caution all persons from trusting my wife, Mary Hoof, as
I will not be answerable or responsible for any debts she may
contract after this notice. Dated at the Edgecumbe Inn, Stonehouse,
in the county of Devon, this 29th day of August, 1807.
John Hoof,
Witness, Daniel May, of Stonehouse, Devon.
N.B. This will be advertised no more.
Whereas, my husband John Hoof, of the Edgecumbe inn, in East
Stonehouse, in the county of Devon, did cause an advertisement,
signed by him, and dated the 29th day of August, 1807, to be
inserted in Trewman's Exeter Flying Post of Trewman's Exeter Flying
Post, Thursday last, where in he cautioned all persons from
trusting me, as he would not be answerable or responsible for any
debts I might contract after the date of the notice.
Now I do hereby solemnly inform the public, that I never gave my
said husband any just cause or provocation for such illiberal
treatment towards me, but, on the contrary, have borne his ill
usage with silence and resignation; nor should I now complain, but
with a view to justify my character, which might otherwise be
injured.
Mary Hoof, X her mark.
Witness, James Bussell.
Dated at the Edgecumbe inn aforesaid, the 7th day of September
1807.
Caution.
Whereas Mary, the wife of me, John Mayne, Fuller, of the parish of
St. Leonard, Devon, has of late, in many instances, conducted
herself in a highly improper manner and has contracted various
debts in my name, without either my knowledge or consent, it
becomes indispensably necessary, on my part, thus publicly to
caution all persons in the city of Exeter, and elsewhere, not to
credit her for any article in future on my account, being
determined not to pay any debt that she may henceforth
contract.
St. Leonard's, Jan. 27, 1808. John Mayne.
Whereas, Rebecca, the wife of me, Richard Chaffe, labourer, of
the parish of St. Thomas the Apostle, in the county of Devon, hath
Absconded:- this is therefore to give notice, that I will not be
answerable to pay any Debts she may contract after this public
notice. As witness my Hand,
The Mark of X Richard Chaffe.
Witness - Matthew Southard
St. Thomas, Feb. 19, 1808.
Whereas, Ann, the wife of me, Thomas Lake, Chaise-driver, of
Crockernwell, Devon, has left me, without any provocation on my
part, this is to caution all persons not to give her credit for any
articles on my account, as I am determined not to pay any debts
that she may contract after this public notice; as witness my hand,
this fifth day of April, 1808.
The mark of X Thomas Lake
Witness, John Bast.
One Guinea Reward.
Absconded from the parish of Tiverton, leaving his wife and two
children a charge on the said parish, James Graddon, chaise-driver,
about 30 years of age, 5 feet one or two inches high, of a full
complexion, dark coloured hair, and walks a little lame. Whoever
will give information to the overseers of the poor of the parish of
Tiverton, so as the said James Graddon may be apprehended, shall
receive the above reward.
Whereas, John Parker, of Morchard Bishop, in the county of
Devon, labourer, having a warrant against him in a case of
bastardy, and being strongly suspected of having been guilty of
various misdemeanours, has Absconded; - whoever will discover the
said John Parker, so that he may be delivered over to the
churchwardens or overseers of the said parish of Morchard Bishop,
shall of them receive Five Guineas Reward.
The said John Parker is about 5 feet 5 or 6 inches high, of a dark
complexion, black hair; walks rather lame, and generally with a
stick in his hand.
Signed, Simon Wreford, Churchwarden; Richard Colliton,
Overseer.
Dated, Dec. 12, 1808.
Caution.
Whereas Julian Raymont, wife of me, Richard Raymont, of the parish
of Whitchurch, in the county of Devon, labourer, did, in the month
of March last, Elope from me, and has not since returned: - I do
hereby give notice, that I will not be answerable or accountable
for any debts that may be contracted by her, and warn all persons
from trusting her accordingly. If my said wife will return, she
shall be kindly received.
Dated the 19th day of December, 1808.
Signed, Richard Raymont.
Devon - Left his family about six months since, in the parish of
Kelly (and who are now become chargeable to the parish of
Holsworthy, in the said county), John Brooks, labourer, living for
some time before as hind to Arthur Kelly, esq. of Kelly. The said
John Brooks is about 5 feet 8 inches high, of a dark complexion,
and stoops in his walk, is about fifty years of age. Whoever will
give information to the overseers of Holsworthy, where he may be
found, shall receive One Guinea reward.
Holsworthy, December 7, 1808.
Ran Away, and left her family, Sarah Cole: she is full favoured, red complexion, dark hair, fore-eyed, set grown. Whoever will give information to the churchwardens or overseers of the poor of the parish of Sowton, near Exeter, so that she might be had before some justice of the peace, shall receive Three Guineas Reward.
A Caution
Whereas, Elizabeth Oliver, my wife, and daughter of George
Marshall, farmer, of the parish of Cornwood, in the county of
Devon, has, without provocation, absconded herself from my house; -
This is to caution the public against trusting her on my account;
as, after the date of this advertisement, I shall not be answerable
for any debt she may contract.
Signed - N. N. Oliver.
Plymouth-Dock, 14th Jan. 1809.
The public are requested not to trust my wife, Elizabeth Olding,
on my account, as I am determined not to pay any debts she may
contract after this public notice.
The mark X of James Olding.
Oakhampton, 1st May, 1809.
Witness to the above mark, Joseph Pudner.
Take Notice, that Anna Maria, wife of me John Minifie, of the
parish of Littleham and Exmouth, in the county of Devon,
husbandman, has Absented herself from my house without any just
cause; this is therefore to caution any person or persons, who
would let her have gods or give her credit upon the presumption
that I should hereafter pay the same, that I will not pay from
thenceforth any debt or debts that may be contracted by her, as
witness my hand, this 25th day of April, 1809.
The mark of John X Minifie.
Witness to the said John Minifie making his mark hereto, M. Lee,
attorney at law, Exmouth.
Whereas Agnes Tamlyn, the wife of me, William Tamlyn, of
Mockham, in the parish of Charles, in the county of Devon, yeoman,
hath left my house, and taken off all her clothes, without having
any just cause for so doing: Now I do hereby caution all persons
from trusting the said Agnes Tamlyn on my account, as I am resolved
not to pay any debts which she may contract. Given under my hand
this 1st day of June, 1809.
William Tamlyn.
Ottery St Mary, 10th July 1809
Whereas, Sarah Drew, the wife of Nicholas Drew, did, on the 9th
ult., take and feloniously carry off property of the said Nicholas
Drew, to a considerable amount; and for want of natural affection
has not thought necessary since to return: - Therefore, as a
caution to the public, that whatever debts the said Sarah Drew may
contract after this public notice, the said Nicholas Drew will not
be answerable for; and as a further caution, whoever shall be found
to harbour the said Sarah Drew, after this public notice, shall be
prosecuted as far as the law shall direct in such case.
Absconded from his wife and family, Thomas Atkins, hellier and
plasterer. He is about five feet eleven inches high, light
complexion, light hair, 24 years of age, a native of Exeter. He was
seen on the Bristol road. Whoever will give information, so that he
may be apprehended, shall receive Five Guineas Reward; to be paid
by Mr William Sarell, inspector of the poor of the said city.
About the 26th of August last, George Hadley, gunsmith, left his
wife and three children chargeable to the city of Exeter. Whoever
will give information to Mr Wm. Sarell, inspector of the poor of
the said city, so that he may be apprehended, shall receive Five
Guineas Reward.
Wm. Sarell, inspector of the poor.
He booked himself in the coach for Bristol. The said George Hadley
is about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, middle size, 41 years of age,
light complexion, has been wounded in his left leg and arm, also
marked in his left arm. Bengal, 76th regiment of foot, marked on
one of his hands. He receives a pension.
Whereas Agnes Tamlyn, the wife of me William Tamlyn, of Mockham, in the parish of Charles, in the county of Devon, yeoman, hath left my house, and taken off all her clothes, without having any just cause for so doing. Now I do hereby caution all persons from trusting the said Agnes Tamlyn on my account, as I am resolved not to pay any debts which she may contract. Given under my hand this 2st day of June, 1809. William Tamlyn.
Whereas, Edward Snow, of the parish of Washfield, Devon,
labourer, ran away on suspicion of stealing barley, and left his
family chargeable to the said parish two years since and upwards.
If any person will inform the parish officers of Washfield, where
the said Edward Snow may be found and apprehended, he shall receive
One Guinea reward. The said Edward Snow is about thirty years of
age, about 5 feet 5 inches high, has a cast in his eye, and is
supposed to be living near the city of Exeter. If he returned
immediately to his parish and family he will be forgiven, if not,
he will be prosecuted as the law directs.
Mr Jonathan Talley, churchwarden of Washfield,
Mr John Melhuish, overseer of the poor.
Washfield, 10th October 1809.
Whereas, Mary, the wife of me, William Dickers, of the parish of
Kenton, labourer, has left me without any provocation on my part;
this is to caution all persons not to give her credit on my
account, as I am determined not to pay any debts that she may
hereafter contract.
William Dickers, Dated Nov. 24. 1809.
Absconded, leaving his Wife and Family chargeable to the parish of Ashburton, George Avery, by trade a stocking weaver, about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, light hair, upwards of 40 years of age, a native of Exeter, was lately at Tiverton. Whoever will give information, so that he is apprehended, shall receive One Guinea Reward, to be paid by the churchwardens and overseers of this parish.
Whereas my wife, Charity Keal, of the parish of Linton, in the
county of Devon, has absented herself from me, without any just
cause; This is to give notice, that I will not pay any debts she
may contract, after this public notice, and caution all persons
from trusting the said Charity Keal. Witness my hand this 28th day
of December 1809.
Gabriel Keal.
Caution
Whereas a suit has been instituted in the Consistory Court of the
Lord Bishop of Exeter, by me James Dennis, of Ashburton, in the
county of Devon, miner, against Mary Dennis, my wife, now of
Venanar-worthal, in the county of Cornwall, for separation from
bed, board and mutual cohabitation, by reason of adultery; and a
definitive sentence having been given in the said cause, whereby I
am divorced from the said Mary Dennis, my wife, by reason of
adultery by her committed. This is therefore to caution all persons
against trusting the said Mary Dennis, in any manner, on my
account, I not being by law answerable or accountable for any debts
or engagements she may from this time contract or engage in.
Dated this 20th March, 1810.
A Caution
Whereas, Mary, the Wife of me the undersigned James Barron, of
Pilton, in the county of Devon, cabinet maker, is now living away
from me, in a state of separation, and with a separate allowance
for her maintenance; I therefore give this public notice, that I
will not pay any debt or debts she may hereafter contract, in my
name or otherwise; and do caution all persons whatever not to give
her credit in my name.
Witnes my Hand, April sixteenth, one thousand eight hundred and
ten.
James Barron.
Witness John Hancock.
To the Public
Whereas, Alice Fish, the wife of me, John Fish, of Sidmouth, Devon,
left my house, March 29th 1810, without my knowledge or consent: -
This is to give notice, that I will not be answerable for any debts
she may contract after this public notice.
John Fish, Sidmouth, May 4th, 1810.
Elopement
Whereas, Sarah, wife of me Robert Luxton, of Southmolton, in the
county of Devon, innholder, hath absconded herself from me, on the
28th day of May last, without any provocation on my part. I hereby
caution all manner of persons, whatsoever, and wheresoever, not to
give her any credit, or trust her for any thing on my account, as I
will not be answerable for any debts she may contract.
Witness my hand Robert Luxton. Dated Southmolton, 12th June,
1810.
Whereas Mary, the wife of me, John Manley, of the parish of
Sandford, Devon, husbandman, has conducted herself very improperly
towards me, and has contracted various debts without my knowledge
or consent: this is to give notice, that from the date hereof I
will not pay or be answerable for any debts she may contract: - and
if any person shall countenance or assist her in the taking away or
concealing of any of my property, they shall be prosecuted as the
law directs.
As witness my hand this 20th July, 1810.
The Mark of X John Manley.
Benjamin Langsford, of the city of Exeter, painter, having left
his wife and family chargeable to the Corporation of the Poor of
the said City; This is to give Notice, that a Reward of Five
Guineas will be given to such person or persons who shall inform Mr
Sarell, the inspector of the poor of the said city, of the
residence of the said Benjamin Langsford, so that he may be
apprehended for the said offence.
N.B. The said Benjamin Langsford is about 5 feet 5 inches high,
about 50 years of age, pock marked, long visage, large nose, brown
hair, bow-legged and speaks snuffling; his hair tied, and by trade
a painter.
Whereas my wife, Betty Shapland, has refused to cohabit with me
without any lawful reason or pretence whatsoever: - I do therefore
give this public notice, that I will not be answerable for any
debts which she may contract from the date hereof. Witness my hand,
George Shapland, of George Nympton, yeoman.
Dated 13th October, 1810.
Five Guineas Reward
About three months since John Hillman left his wife and family
chargeable to the city of Exeter. Whoever will give information to
Mr Wm. Sarell Inspector of the Poor of the said city, so that he
may be apprehended, shall receive the above reward.
Wm. Sarell, Inspector of the Poor.
The aid John Hillman is about 5 feet 2 or 3 inches high, stout
made, dark eyes and hair, flat nose, and about 30 years of age, by
trade a shoe-maker.
Exeter, Nov. 7th, 1810.
Whereas Ann, the Wife of me William Skinner, late of the parish
of Woodbury, Devon, but now carpenter on board his Majesty's sloop
Talbot, has conducted herself towards me in a most improper manner,
this is to caution all persons not to trust her on my account, as I
am determined not to pay any debts she may henceforth contract.
William Skinner,
Witness James Weir.
1st December 1810.
Forty Pounds Reward
Absconded with intent to defraud his Creditors, John Wood, late of
Plymouth-Dock, in the county of Devon, baker. The said John Wood is
about 5 feet 6 inches high, stout made, fair complexion, light
brown hair, blue eyes and hook nose; has some relatives living in
Dover, and some in the metropolis. He left behind him a wife and
one child, who have since quitted Dock, and are supposed to have
joined him. Whoever will give such information respecting the said
John Wood to either of the undersigned, as may lead to his arrest,
shall receive Forty Pounds Reward.
John and William Collier; Abbott and Treffry, Snell and Thomas;
Thomas and Henry Marsh; William Crees; Thomas Eames;
Plymouth, January 11, 1811.
Notice is hereby given, by me, Henry Rogers, of Marytavy, miner,
to all persons, not to trust my wife Mary Rogers, as I am
determined not to pay any debts she may contract.
Henry Rogers, Tavistock, March 15th, 1811
Whereas Mary, the wife of me, the undersigned, Joseph Draper, of
Loxhore, in the county of Devon, yeoman, has been guilty of divers
improper acts towards me, and absented herself from my
dwelling-house: - Now I hereby caution all persons from trusting
her on my account, as she has a separate maintenance; and I will
not be answerable for any debts she may hereafter contract.
As witness my hand the fifth day of April, 1811.
Joseph Draper.
Caution - Mildred Sowdon, wife of me the undersigned Richard
Sowdon, of Witheridge, in the county of Devon, yeoman, having
Absconded from me without any cause, I hereby give this public
notice, that I will not answer for, or pay any Debts she may
contract.
Richard Sowdon
To the Public
On June 29th, 1811, John, the Son of George Moase, Tanner, of the
parish of Petrockstow, near Hatherleigh, Devon, went from his
father's house, in a state of insanity, the cause of it is supposed
to be an intense application to the study of mechanism. He is 19
years of age, about five feet eight inches high, dark hair, thin
features and of a pale complexion. He wore off a light nankeen
jacket, calf-skin waistcoat an old hat, a red silk handkerchief,
dark corduroy breeches, worsted stockings, nailed shoes, and a
canvas apron, dyed tan-colour. He is perfectly inoffe3nsive to
every one, and during the intervals of reason, remarkably pious and
conscientious. It is therefore hoped, that all persons who shall
meet with him, will treat him with kindness and compassion, and
whoever will conduct him back to his father, or give information
where he may be found, shall be handsomely rewarded.
Whereas Mary, the wife of me John Mare, of Colebrooke, Devon,
has parted from me, this is to caution all persons not to give her
any credit on my account, as I am determined not to discharge any
debts whatever that she may contract.
John Mare, August 20th, 1811
Whereas, my wife Sarah Coates, hath lately (under the influence
of habit of inebriety) contracted various debts at public houses
for ale and other liquors, and thereby brought me to a state of
penury and distress. This is to give notice to and, to caution all
persons from trusting my said wife in future, as I am determined to
pay no more debts of her contracting.
Witness my hand this 21st day of October, 1811,
The Mark X John Coates.
Stoodleigh, February 17th, 1812
John Parker has Ran Away, and left his Wife and Family chargeable
to the above Parish. He is also Charged with being the Father of a
Base Child. The Overseers of Stoodleigh will give a reward of
Twenty Shillings to any person who will give information, so that
he may be apprehended. He was seen in Exeter last week. He is
upwards of 30 years old; above five feet seven inches high; dark
hair and eyes; and stoops in his walk.
Whereas James Pratt, of the parish of Ottery St Mary, Devon, has absconded, leaving his wife and family chargeable on the said parish, this is to give notice, that whoever will apprehend him, shall receive a reward of Three Pounds, from the Overseers. The said James Pratt is about 5 feet 5 inches high, dark hair and complexion and by trade a shoe-maker.
Whereas, Joseph Cox, Hellier and Plasterer, of the parish of Kenton, Devon, did, on or about January last, leave his Wife and three Children chargeable to the said parish of Kenton. This is to apprize him, that if he does not immediately return, or send sufficient to maintain his family, he will be apprehended and dealt with according to law.
Ran Away, from the parish of St. Leonard, in the county of
Devon, William Holding, leaving his wife and family chargeable to
the said parish. Whoever can give information respecting the aid
William Holding shall be handsomely rewarded, by applying to the
Overseer of St Leonard aforesaid. The said William Holding is about
50 years of age, five feet eight inches high, light hair, wore away
a light colour coat and pantaloons and yellow stripe waistcoat; is
by calling a Cotton Weaver.
St Leonard, 25th June, 1812.
Ran Away from his family, in the parish of Thorverton, William Mare. He is about 40 years of age, very short and thin; and was lately seen at the Jack and Green, on the Honiton Road. Whoever will give such information to the parish officer of Thorverton, as will enable them to apprehend the offender, shall, on such apprehension, be handsomely rewarded.
Whereas Ann Benham, my wife, has Eloped from me without any just
cause or provocation. This is to caution all persons from trusting
her on my account, as I am determined not to pay any debts she may
contract. As witness my hand,
The Mark X of Wm. Benham, of Braunton, Devon.
Ann Benham is about 5 feet 2 inches high, and on her left hand is
the mark of A. L.
A Caution to the Public
Whereas, Mary Ann, my wife, has been guilty of very improper
conduct, and has, in consequence of it, left her home; I give this
public notice that I will not pay or be answerable for any debts
she may contract.
Charles Lawdey, Exeter, 12 September 1812.
Whereas, Susannah, the Wife of me, Wm. Hall, of Teignmouth, Devon, has absconded from me her said husband, Notice is hereby given, That I will not be answerable for any debts she may contract after this public notice. As witness my hand this 29th December, 1812. Wm. Hall.
James Thorne, of the city of Exeter, mason, having left his
family chargeable to the Corporation of the Poor of the said city:-
this is to give notice, that a reward of 5l. 5s. will be given to
any person or persons who shall inform Mr Robert Davey, the
Inspector of the Poor of the said city, of the place of residence
of the said James Thorne, so that he may be apprehended for the
said offence.
By Order of the Corporation, Edward Gattey, clerk.
N.B. The said James Thorne is about 25 years of age, 5 feet 4
inches high, stout made, dark brown hair, supposed to be in
London.
Exeter, 3rd February 1813.
Caution
Whereas, Elizabeth Spence, otherwise Elizabeth Roberts, has
contracted sundry debts, and drawn bills on me. I now give this
public notice, that I will not pay any debt or debts, drafts
&c. that the above named E. S. may contract, or cause to be
contracted on my account. As witness my hand at Ivy Bridge, this
19th March 1813.
William Spence.
Joseph Coleridge, of this city, Wheelwright, having left his
Wife and Family chargeable to the Corporation of the Poor of the
said city. This is to give notice, that a reward of Five Guineas
will be given to such person or persons who shall inform Mr Robert
Davey, the inspector of the Poor of the said city, of the residence
of the said Joseph Coleridge, so as he may be apprehended for the
said offence.
N.B. The said Joseph Coleridge is about 31 years of age, five feet
five inches high, light complexion, light brown hair, and is
supposed to be in or near London.
Whereas my Wife Mary Courtenay, did on the 26th day of May
instant, without any cause or provocation whatever, voluntarily
desert and leave me, and carry away divers articles my property, I
do hereby caution the public against giving the said Mary
Courtenay, any credit or trust on my account, as any debts she may
contract I will not discharge, the said Mary Courtenay, having a
separate maintenance and support.
John Courtenay, Kidland-Farm, Knowstone, Devon.
Witness, John Bast, Dated 31st May 1813.
To Constables and Others.
Whereas, Thomas Mathews, cordwainer, and Thomas Bowden, miller and
baker, and Francis Harding, cordwainer, all of the borough and
parish of Totnes, in the county of Devon, have Run Away, and left
their families chargeable to the said borough and parish.
Thomas Mathews, about 25 years of age, about 5 feet 6 inches high,
light hair and fair complexion, supposed to be at Bristol.
Thomas Bowden, about 30 years of age, about 5 feet 5 inches high,
light hair and fair complexion.
Francis Harding, about 36 years of age, about 5 feet 3 inches high,
set made, black hair and very dark complexion: supposed to be in
the neighbourhood of Exeter.
If any person will apprehend either of the above men, and lodge him
or them in any of his Majesty's gaols, they shall receive Three
Guineas, and all reasonable expenses paid, by applying to the
Churchwardens, or Overseers of the borough and parish of
Totnes.
Walter Holman, Overseer.
Totnes, June 22nd, 1813.
Whereas, Susannah Huxtable, the wife of Anthony Huxtable, farmer
of Instow, in the county of Devon, left her home and family on
Wednesday the 14th instant, under the influence of a mental
affection, and has not been since been heard of.
The said Susannah Huxtable is about 30 years of age, of a middle
stature in height, thin habit; wore away a dark cloth pelisse,
trimmed with black velvet and black silk bonnet. Has lately had all
her hair cut off. It is hoped that all head borough and parish
officers will cause such search to be made as will insure notice of
her safety to her afflicted family, who will gladly pay all
reasonable expenses attendant on her conveyance to the parish of
Instow, or send for her upon receiving any information where she
may be found.
Dated Instow, July 30th, 1813.
A Caution
Whereas, my Wife, Ann Parish, is now separated from me, Richard
Parish, of this city, hellier, through her misconduct, this is
therefore to caution any person from trusting her, as I am
determined not to pay any debts she may contract after this public
notice.
Witness my hand this 1st of September 1813.
The mark of X Richard Parish.
Witness E. Penney.
Ran Away from his Wife, and left her chargeable to the parish of
Broadclyst, William Field, of the same parish, labourer. Whoever
will inform the Overseers of Broadclist aforesaid, where the said
William Field is, so that he may be apprehended, shall be
handsomely rewarded for their trouble. The said William Field is
upwards of 50 years of age, 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, long thin
face, sandy hair, of a light complexion.
Broadclyst, 28th Sept. 1813.
Five Pounds Reward
Whereas a Warrant has been issued, for the apprehension of
Elizabeth, the wife of John Chudleigh, of Cheriton Bishop,
carpenter, for stealing divers articles from her late master, Mr
John Lambert of Lambert, in Cheriton Bishop aforesaid and she
having absconded, a reward of Five Pounds is hereby offered by the
said Mr Lambert, to such person or persons who shall apprehend the
said Elizabeth Chudleigh.
The said Elizabeth Chudleigh is about 23 years old, about 5 feet 6
inches high, and very fat and corpulent, and is now pregnant.
Dated 19th November, 1813.
Whereas, my Wife eloped from me on the 12th instant, without any
provocation whatever, this is to give notice, that I will not be
answerable for any debt she may contract after this public
notice.
Given under my hand, Jno. Goodhind.
Cullompton, Sept. 27th , 1814.
Whereas William Pittwood, of the parish of Ringsash, near
Chulmleigh, Devon, did on Friday last, the 18th of this instant,
September, leave his brother's house without any provocation, and
has not since been heard of, this is to give notice, that whoever
may have seen the said William Pittwood, or can give any
information of him, so as he may be found, shall receive a handsome
Reward, from his brother, John Pittwood, of Ringsash aforesaid.
William Pittwood is 49 years of age, light hair, fair complexion,
about 5 feet 6 inches high, is lame in his left pinbone and limps
in his walk. He wore a nankeen jacket, corduroy breeches and
lightish colour waistcoat, laced shoes and worsted stockings. Is
supposed by his friends to be a little touched in his mind.
Whereas, on the first of October instant, my wife, Sally
Matthews, of Broadclist, in the county of Devon, eloped from me
without the least provocation whatever, - this is to caution the
public that I will not pay any debts she may contract after this
public notice. As witness my hand, this twenty-first October,
1814.
Wm. Matthews, jun.
An Elopement
Whereas, Mary, the wife of Richard Quick, of Hennock, Devon, did
Elope from me the 13th instant, without any provocation:- this is
to caution all persons not to trust her on my account, as I will
not be answerable for any debts she may contract after this public
notice.
Witness my hand, Richard Quick.
Witness, John Cornish
Hennock, Oct. 17th, 1814.
Elopement
Whereas my Wife, Harriet Hewett Moore, has eloped from me without
any cause, I hereby give notice, that I will not pay any debts she
may contract.
Denis Moore
Tavistock, Jan. 20th, 1815.
Strayed from the parish of Chudleigh, on the 9th instant,
Richard Dart, a pauper of the said parish; wore away a dark
coloured drab coat, striped waistcoat, and web breeches; is about
sixty years of age, thin visage and down cast look. Any
communication relative to the above person, by letter or otherwise,
will be thankfully received by Mr John Hayes, Overseer of the said
parish.
Dated February 24th, 1815.
Whereas, Ann Searle, of the parish of Whimple, Devon, left the Poor House of the said parish a short time since, and is supposed to be in a deranged state. Whoever will apprehend and bring the said Ann Searle to the Overseers of Whimple, shall be handsomely rewarded for their trouble and all reasonable expenses paid. The said Ann Searle is about 60 years of age, middle statute, pale complexion, and marked with the small pox.
Eloped, in June last, from the parish of Northtawton, Thomas
Farley, leaving a wife and family chargeable to the said parish. He
is about 30 years of age, 5 feet 6 inches high, slight made, light
hair, and ruddy complexion. Whoever will cause the said Thomas
Farley to be apprehended, shall receive One Guinea reward, and all
reasonable expenses paid, by applying to the Overseers of the
parish.
N.B. He has lately been residing at Topsham.
Northtawton, July 28th, 1815.
Caution
Whereas a separation by mutual consent has taken place between me
and my wife, Ann Borne; - This is to caution the Public, that
whatever debts she may contract, after this public notice, will not
be discharged by me, Richard Borne.
Golden-Ball, St Mary Arches-street, Exeter.
August 14th, 1815.
Whereas my Wife, Mary Kingdon, of Northmolton, Devon, eloped
from me on Friday the 26th of April last, without the least
provocation, this is therefore to give notice, that I will not pay
any debts that the said Mary Kingdon may contract.
Henry Kingdon
Dated Northmolton, April, 27th, 1816.
Absconded, leaving his Wife and Child chargeable to the parish,
James Challice, aged about thirty-five, five feet six inches high,
pale complexion, and slightly marked with the small-pox. Whoever
will give information to the Church-wardens of the parish of
Tedburn St. Mary, so that the said James Challice may be
apprehended, shall receive One Guinea reward.
Dated 20th August 1816.
Ran Away, from his Parents, about seven weeks since, Thomas
Oldridge, aged Ten Years, light hair and complexion, is marked with
the small pox; had on a dark brown great coat and dark velveteen
trousers. Any information that may lead to a discovery where he may
be found, will be thankfully received by his father, James
Oldridge.
Waterbeer-street, Exeter, October 13th, 1816.
Notice.
Whereas, my Wife, Elizabeth Cock, of Lew Trenchard, in the county
of Devon, has, unknown to me and without my consent, lately
contracted divers debts, to the amount of several pounds; This is
to give Notice, that from and after this time, I will not be
answerable for any debts she may contract, either by purchasing or
borrowing. As witness my hand this 22nd day of October, 1816.
Wm. Cock.
Notice.
Whereas, Patience White, my Wife, having absented herself from me,
without any just cause, I hereby caution any person from giving her
credit, as I will not pay any debts he may contract, and if any
person shall harbor or keep my said Wife after this notice, they
will be prosecuted with the utmost rigour of the law; or if any
person detains any property of mine, which she may have possessed
herself of, they are desired to return the same to me, otherwise a
criminal prosecution will be issued against them forthwith.
If my said Wife shall return to me, she will be kindly
received.
Frederick White
Witness, Wm. Lixford,
Dated Exeter, March 23, 1817.
Mrs Avery - Whereas my Wife, Elizabeth Avery, has acted most
cruelly and unmercifully. This is to give notice, that I will not
be answerable for any debts she may contract from this date.
Exeter, April 14, 1817. John Avery.
A Caution to the Public
As Sarah Cobley, my Wife, under pretence of visiting her Father,
has Abandoned my Habitation, and refused ever to return to it
again, having conveyed a part of her Clothes off for some time
before she left me. I think proper to inform the Public, that they
must not trust her, expecting to be paid by me, as I will not
defray any Debts she may contract, either for herself or her
Children, who are with her, unless they are again placed in my
house, and under my protection.
Thomas Cobley.
Dated Bickleigh, Devon, May 13th, 1817.
Absconded from Bishopsteignton, James Back, labourer, leaving a
Wife and four Children, chargeable to the parish of Dawlish. He is
about 28 years of age, 5 feet 8 inches high, of fair complexion,
and light hair. He wore away a light-colour fustian jacket and
waistcoat, light corduroy breeches, and light blue stockings.
Whoever will apprehend him, or cause him to be apprehended, and
bring him to the Overseers of Dawlish, shall receive a reward to
Two Guineas, with all reasonable expenses discharged. He is
supposed to be near the neighbourhood.
N.B. And also charged for Burglary.
Dated Dawlish, May 8th, 1817.
Whereas, William Cann, Carpenter, lately living in the parish of
Drewsteignton, being accused of Felony, has left his Family: This
is to give Notice, that whoever will apprehend him, shall receive
Five Pounds Reward. Apply to John Smith, Constable, of
Drewsteignton.
W.C. is about 5 feet 4 inches in height, has very dark hair, fresh
complexion, very full dark eyes, generally bloodshot, is about 37
years old, and plays on the fife and violin.
Caution
Whereas, Elizabeth, wife of John Cheshire, now living as
Housekeeper with John Dashwood, Esq. of Sidmouth, Devonshire, hath
left her said Husband without any just cause; this is to caution
all persons from trusting the said Elizabeth Cheshire on my
account, as I will not be answerable for any debts she may
contract.
John Cheshire,
Witness - Thos. Howell.
Absconded
Whereas the several Persons under-mentioned, have Absconded, and
left their Wives and Families chargeable to the Parish of
Ashburton, in the county of Devon:- This is to give notice, that
any one who will apprehend either of such persons, or give such
information to the Overseers of the Poor of the said parish, as may
cause him or them to be apprehended, shall be handsomely
Rewarded.
Robert Dawe, Saddler,
William Mann, Currier,
John Neyle, Wheelwright.
Dated December 1st, 1817.
Five Guineas Reward
Whereas, William Wellington, of the Parish of Broadclist, Absconded
from his place of Residence, on Wednesday the 16th November last,
under suspicion of stealing Wheat, from the Corn Loft of Mr John
Boutcher, of Broadclist aforesaid; He is about 25 years of age, 5
feet 9 inches high, thin face, pale complexion, dark hair, his
right knee turns in very much; wore away a velveret waistcoat with
brown Holland sleeves, smock frock and grey small clothes. Whoever
will cause the said William Wellington to be apprehended, shall on
conviction, receive Five Guineas Reward, by applying to Mr John
Boutcher, or John Fortescue, Esq. Treasurer of the Prosecution
Society, Broadclist.
Broadclist, December 9th, 1817.
A Caution
Whereas my Wife, Elizabeth Hosgood, has left me without the least
provocation:- I hereby caution all persons not to trust her, as I
will not be answerable for any debts she may contract after this
public notice. As witness my hand this 16th day of January,
1818.
Wm. Hosgood.
Caution.
Whereas Joanna, the Wife of me, Samuel Tamlin, of Mary Church,
Mariner, has parted from me without the least provocation on my
part: - This is to caution the public against trusting her on my
account, as I am determined not to pay any debts that she may
contract.
Samuel Tamlin
Witness - Wm. Smallridge
Mary Church, Feb 22, 1818.
A Caution.
Whereas, Elizabeth, the Wife of Ambrose Shere, of Bradninch, did,
on the evening of Friday last, the 27th ult. throw a large massy
Stone at the Head of her said Husband, which Stone penetrated his
Hat, and wounded him in his Temple, and she immediately eloped,
without any provocation or abuse whatsoever: - This is therefore to
Caution all persons not to trust her on my account, after this
public notice, as any debts that she may contract will not be paid
by me. Ambrose Shere.
N.B. These are Facts.
Bradninch, March 2nd, 1818.
Five Guineas Reward
Whereas William Crocker, late of Yetson, in the parish of
Ashprington, in the county of Devon, has for two Years past
Absented Himself, leaving his Wife chargeable to the said parish.
The above William Crocker is about 5 feet 7 inches high, fair
complexion, very bald, hair white. Whoever will give information to
the Overseers of the said parish, so that he may be apprehended,
shall receive the above reward, and all necessary expenses
paid.
Ashprington, May 4, 1818.
Caution
Whereas my Wife, Mary Leach, hath repeatedly Eloped from me and her
Infant Family in a most disgraceful manner, without any cause and
did again Elope, in like manner the 9th day of June last, and hath
not since returned: - I therefore deem it necessary to inform the
public, that I will not be answerable for any debts she may
contract, or hath contracted. It is with extreme reluctance I act
thus; but my duty to four infant children leaves me no other
alternative.
Robert Leach, Jun.
Morchard Bishop, July 22, 1818.
Whereas Mary Newton, my Wife, has lately Eloped from me without
the least provocation. This is therefore to caution all persons
against trusting her, as I will not be answerable for any debts she
may contract after this public notice.
As witness my hand, The Mark X of John Newton.
Witness, John Marsh, Whitstone, Sept. 29th, 1818.
Two Guineas Reward
Whereas John Jenkyns, Labourer, has left his Wife and Child
chargeable to the parish of Clyst St. Lawrence, Devon: - Whoever
will give information to the Overseers of the said parish, so that
the said John Jenkyns may be apprehended, shall, on his
apprehension, receive the above reward.
The said John Jenkyns is a strong-made, muscular man, about six
feet in height, dark complexion, black hair and eyes, long
whiskers, of slovenly appearance; has with him a level and staff,
and professes to drain land.
Dated Clyst St. Lawrence, Nov. 12, 1818.
Ten Guineas Reward
Whereas Andrew Davey, the younger, of the City of Exeter,
Blacksmith, and Michael Sprague, of the same City, Mariner, have
left their Wives and Families chargeable to the Corporation of the
Poor of the said City. This is to give Notice that a Reward of Five
Guineas will be given to such person or persons who shall give
information to Mr Davey, the Inspector of the Poor of the said
City, of the residence of each or either of them the said Andrew
Davey and Michael Sprague, so that they may be apprehended, or
lodged in any of his Majesty's gaols for the said offence.
N.B. The said Andrew Davey is about five feet eight inches high,
thirty years of age, light hair, fair complexion, of a middle size,
and by trade a blacksmith.
Michael Sprague is about five feet six inches high, twenty eight
years of age, brown hair, fair complexion, and has been several
years in the navy.
Dated February 12, 1819.
Three Guineas Reward
Whereas, Francis Moxey, did, on Friday last, the 20th of August
inst. Abscond from his Family at Tiverton, leaving them chargeable
to the parish of St. Thomas the Apostle, near Exeter: - This is to
give Notice, that a Reward of Three Guineas will be given to any
person who will give information to the Overseers of the Parish of
St. Thomas the Apostle, of the residence of the said Francis Moxey,
so that he is apprehended, or lodged in any of his Majesty's Gaols
for the said offence.
N.B. The said Francis Moxey is about 36 years of age, middle size,
dark complexion, and by trade a smith, formerly a serjeant in the
38th regiment of foot, and armourer of that regiment. He wore away
a black jacket, black trousers and a coloured waistcoat.
Dated St. Thomas, 25th August, 1819.
Whereas Elizabeth, the Wife of Ambrose Shere, of Cullompton,
Devon, did this day Elope from her said Husband, being the
Nineteenth Time, without the least provocation, and she took a
quantity of Clothes with her: - This is therefore to caution all
persons not to trust her, as I will not be accountable for any debt
or debts that she may contract after this day.
As witness my hand, Ambrose Shere.
Cullompton, April 16th, 1820.
Eloped on the 28th September last, from the parish of Shobrooke,
Abraham Norman, and left his Wife and Family chargeable to the said
parish. Whosoever will give information to John Hooper, one of the
Overseers of the Poor of the aid Parish of Shobrooke, so as he
shall be brought to justice, shall receive a Reward of Two Guineas.
He either works at husbandry or basket-making.
Dated Shobrooke, November 29th, 1820.
Fraud on the Parish of Cruwys Morchard, Devon
Whereas, James Bidgood, now or late of the parish of Witheridge, in
the said county, has Absconded or Secreted Himself, for the purpose
of evading the Execution of a Warrant regularly issued against him
for a contempt, and for the disobedience to the Magistrate's Order
in Bastardy, duly made and served on him, by which means he has
left His Bastard Child a charge on the said parish of Cruwys
Morchard. If, therefore any Person or Persons will inform the
Parish Officers of the said parish of Cruwys Morchard, where he may
be found and apprehended, he or they shall receive Two Guineas
Reward.
Note, The said James Bidgood is about 5 feet 9 inches high, of a
dark complexion, with dark hazel eyes and black hair.
Dated 5th January, 1821.
Caution (To all whom it may Concern)
Whereas Joanna, the Wife of me the undersigned Geo. Rennels, of
Barnstaple, in the County of Devon, Accomptant, has voluntarily,
and without any provocation whatever, Eloped from my Dwelling House
without my consent. Now I do hereby Caution all Persons, not to
Trust my said Wife on my Credit, as I shall not consider myself
liable for any Goods which may be furnished for her use, nor for
any Debt or Debts whatsoever, which may be contracted by my said
Wife after this public notice.
Dated at Barnstaple, this Sixth Day of March, 1821.
G. Rennels.
Caution (To all whom it may Concern)
Whereas, Mary, the Wife of me, the undersigned Henry Pearce, of
Great Torrington, in the county of Devon, Bread-baker, has
voluntarily and without any provocation whatever Eloped from my
Dwelling-house without my consent: - Now I do hereby caution all
persons not to trust my said Wife on my credit, as I shall not
consider myself liable for any Goods which may be furnished for her
use, nor for any debt or debts whatsoever which may be contracted
by my said Wife after this Public Notice.
Dated at Great Torrington, this 9th day of October, 1821 - Henry
Pearce.
Caution
Whereas, Elizabeth, the Wife of Ambrose Shere, of Cullompton,
Devon, did on the 29th day of August last, (being the Twentieth
time), Elope from her said Husband without any other provocation
than her own procuring, and that she thought her said Husband was
too old to supply her desires (being 78) and she being lost to duty
and virtue, and also insensible to shame and brutality, and her
adviser hath occasioned her disgrace and ruin:- This is to caution
all persons not to trust her on my account, as all such debt or
debts will not be paid by me. And the said Elizabeth Shere may
assume some other Name, it is therefore proper to observe that she
is about 34 years of age, short in stature, thin in face, flattish
nose, watery eyes, bad teeth, squints a little and cannot read or
sew without spectacles; she continued about Cullompton until the
14th September, and then left the Town.
Witness my hand, Ambrose Shere.
Cullompton, 9th October, 1821.
Whereas Robert Evans, of the parish of Tormoham, in the county
of Devon, Mason, Absconded from his Wife and Family about Christmas
last, leaving them chargeable to the said parish. Whoever will give
information of the said Robert Evans to Mr John Mudge, the
Overseer, so as he may be brought to justice, shall receive One
Pound Reward, and all reasonable expenses paid. The said Robert
Evans is about 5 feet 9 inches high, dark complexion, black hair,
dark whiskers, and marked with R. E. on one of his hands.
Tormoham March 19, 1822.
City of Exeter - July 25th, 1822
Whereas the under-mentioned Persons have Absconded and Left their
Wives and Families chargeable to the Corporation of the Poor of the
said City, - this is to give Notice, that a Reward of Five Guineas
will be given to any person or persons who shall give information
to Mr J. Furlong, the Assistant to the Treasurer, at his Office, in
St. Sidwell's, so that either of them may be apprehended, and
lodged in any of his Majesty's gaols, for the said offence,
viz:-
1. John Parker (Blacksmith), aged 46, of the parish of the Holy
Trinity, about five feet five inches high, pale complextion, black
hair, dark blue eyes, with a large swelling on the nose, - supposed
to be in Bristol.
2. John Colson, (Glass-cutter), aged 40, of the parish of St.
Martin's, about five feet five inches high, large nose, pale
complexion, light hair and eyes;- supposed to be in Bristol, or its
neighbourhood.
3. William Bond (Stone-mason), aged 40, of the parish of St.
Olave's, tall, rather slight, dark hair and eyes; - supposed to be
in the neighbourhood of Bath or Devizes, selling pamphlets.
4. William Kennedy (Blacksmith), aged 40, of the parish of St.
Mary's Steps, about five feet four inches high, rather stout, light
complexion, dark hair and eyes, very bald in the forehead; -
supposed to be in Bristol.
5. James Bowden (An Itinerant Preacher), aged 63, of the parish of
St. Lawrence, tall, very slight, dark complexion, hair and eyes; -
supposed to be in London.
6. John Thomas Stanley, (Shoemaker), 22, of the parish of St.
Sidwell's, short, rather stout, fair face, dark hair and eyes; -
supposed to be in the neighbourhood of Bristol.
7. Joseph Perkins (Brewer), about 44, of the parish of Allhallows,
Goldsmith-street; short, very stout, fair complexion, dark hair and
eyes; - supposed to be in the neighbourhood of Bath or Bristol.
8. John Glanville (Cabinet-maker), 24, of the parish of St.
Sidwell's, middle size, fair complexion, and light hair; - supposed
to be in London.
9. James Jennings (Brushmaker), aged 33, of the parish of St. Mary
Major, about five feet five inches high, ruddy complexion, dark
hair and eyes, rather inclined to be lusty, and is much marked with
the small pox; - was last seen in Blackburn, in Lancashire, in the
neighbourhood of which he is supposed to be residing.
Whereas, Robert Barrell, of Newton St. Cyres, absconded from his
father, Mr Robert Barrell, about three weeks since, and has been
borrowing money under various pretences in his Father's name. -
this is to give notice, that Mr Robt. Barrell, will not be
answerable for any debts the said R. Barrell may contract.
Dated Newton St. Cyres, September 17th, 1822.
City of Exeter, October 1st, 1822
Whereas, Samuel Woolcott, of the Parish of St. Kerrian,
(Brush-maker), aged about 45, rather inclined to tippling, about
five feet seven inches high, middle size, pale complexion, grey
eyes, dark brown hair, walks rather uprightly (and worked lately
for Mr John Gobb, Brushmaker, Paul-street), has Absconded, and Left
his Wife and Family Chargeable to the Corporation of the Poor of
the said city.
This is to Give Notice, that a Reward of Five Guineas will be given
to any person or persons who shall give Information to Mr J.
Furlong, the Assistant to the Treasurer, at his Office in St.
Sidwell's, so that he may be apprehended and lodged in any of his
Majesty's Gaols for the said offence.
Five Guineas Reward.
Whereas, Richard Pounsford, Labourer, of the Parish of Clist
Honiton, in the County of Devon, has Absconded on the 24th of
September last, leaving his Wife and Family chargeable to the said
Parish. And the said Richard Pounsford stands charged with
committing a Burglary, for which a Warrant has been issued against
him. A Reward of Five Guineas is hereby offered in addition to the
Expenses allowed by the County, to any one who will apprehend the
said Richard Pounsford and lodge him in any of his Majesty's
Gaols.
Henry Dart, Overseer, Clist Honiton, Oct. 2nd, 1822
The Above Richard Pounsford is stout built, about 5 feet 7 inches
high, 26 years of age, sallow complexion, dark hair, hazel eyes,
small whiskers, took with him a blue jacket with gilt buttons, and
a green coat, yellow striped waistcoat and patent cord
breeches.
Whereas, George Hawkesley has lately Absconded from the town of Bideford, in the county of Devon, leaving his Wife and Family chargeable to the parish of Bideford. Notice is hereby given, that a Reward of Three Guineas will be paid to any Person or Persons who shall give information to the Overseers of the Poor of the said parish, that the said George Hawkesley may be apprehended and punished according to law. The said George Hawkesley is about 5 feet 8 inches high, a fair complexion, light brown hair, has a squeaking voice, generally wears a long coat and gaiters. He has lately travelled on foot, taking orders for periodical publications.
Eloped from the parish of Sandford, in the county of Devon, in
the month of May last, Simon Hunt, leaving his Wife and Child
chargeable to the said parish of Sandford. Whoever will apprehend
the said Simon Hunt, and lodge him in either of his Majesty's
Gaols, shall receive Two Guineas Reward, by applying to Mr Daniel
Henwood, or Mr George Field, Overseers of the said parish. The said
Simon Hunt is about 23 years old, 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high, fair
complexion, round face, light hair, and hazel eyes, and turns in
one knee. He is supposed to be near Tiverton or Taunton.
Sandford, Sept. 23rd, 1823.
Whereas, John Jewel, of Cullompton, Devon, having lately left
his Wife and Child chargeable to the Parish - is about 23 years of
age, 5 feet 6 inches high, middle size, dark hair, dark eyes, and
good complexion; travels as a Hawker of Staffordshire Ware, in the
employ of a Mr Featherstone. Whoever will give such information to
the Overseers of the Poor of Cullompton, so as he may be
apprehended, shall receive Two Guineas Reward, to be paid by the
said Overseer.
Cullompton, 17th Feb. 1824.
Caution
I, John Williams, do hereby give notice to the Public in General,
that I will not, from and after this Day, be Answerable for any
Debt or Debts, that may be contracted by my wife, Avis Williams,
now residing at Dawlish.
Signed this 16th day of November, 1824, Hastings.
John Williams.
Caution.
I William Snell, of Ide, Labourer, do hereby give Notice, to the
Public in general, that I will not, from and after this day, be
answerable for any Debt or Debts that may be contracted by me Wife,
Elizabeth Snell.
William Snell, Dated this 29th day of November, 1824.
Whereas, Harriet Tepper, my Wife, did, about Twelve Months
since, Sell, Pawn, or otherwise dispose of the principal part of my
Clothes, Furniture and other Property, without my consent, and
during my absence, Eloped without any provocation, and has not
since been heard of, leaving a Family of Three children. This is to
give Notice, that I am not answerable for any Debt or Debts she may
have contracted. As witness my hand, this 28th day of February,
1825, Henry Tepper.
Southmolton, Feb. 28, 1825.
Whereas, William Gale, of the Parish of Tedburn St. Mary, lately Absconded, leaving his Wife and Family chargeable to the said Parish; whoever will cause him to be apprehended, shall receive a Reward of One Guinea, and all reasonable Expenses paid, by applying to the Overseer of that Parish. The said William Gale is about 30 years of age, dark complexion, and 5 feet 5 inches in height; he has been accustomed to work on the roads as a labourer, and occasionally has worked in the flax business.
Ilsington, Devon.
Whereas, James Potter, hath deserted his Wife and Family and left
them chargeable on this Parish, ever since the 7th day of October
last past. This is to give Notice, that a Reward of Two Guineas
will be paid by the Overseers to any one who will cause the
aforenamed person to be apprehended, so that he may be duly
punished according to law. The said James Potter is aged about 30
years, 5 ft. 5 in. high, of slender form, pale complexion, brown
hair, light grey eyes, and has a slight halt in walking.
Ran Away from his Wife and Family, laving them chargeable to the
Parish, George Waye, Husbandman, of Colebrook, in the county of
Devon, about 5 feet 7 inches in height, slightly grown, light hair,
very rough featured, and has a downcast look. Whoever will give
information respecting him to James Stone, or Richard Kelland,
Overseers of the Poor of the Parish of Colebrook, shall on his
apprehension, receive Two Pounds Reward.
Dated Colebrook, Nov. 16th. 1827
Three Pounds Reward
Ran Away, and left his Wife and Family chargeable to the parish of
Newton St. Cyres, James Parsons, about 35 years of age, 5 feet 5
inches high, sallow complexion, black hair and bald on the top part
of his head, and by trade a blacksmith. Whoever will apprehend the
aforesaid James Parsons and bring him to the Overseer of the
aforesaid Parish of Newton St. Cyres, shall receive the above
Reward.
John Comer, Overseer.
Newton St. Cyres, July 22nd, 1828.
William Smale, about Twelve Months since, Left His Wife and Child, chargeable to the parish of Okehampton. He is about 5 feet 5 inches high, fair complexion, light hair, and squints a little in his left eye; is about 30 years of age, supposed to be working as Under Gardener, or driving a Waggon, in the neighbourhood of Exeter. Any Person securing him, and lodging him in one of his Majesty's gaols, will receive 1 Guinea Reward, and all reasonable Expenses paid, by application, to Mr Robert Sampson, Assistant Overseer, Okehampton.
Whereas my Wife, Elizabeth Rawle, Bishop's Clist, in the Parish
of Sowton, has Absconded from Me, without any Provocation, I hereby
Caution any Person giving her Credit on my account, after this
Public Notice.
Michael Rawle.
Sowton, 26th December, 1828.
Whereas my Wife, Susanna Bolt, who now lives at Lower
Shillingford, in the parish of Exminster, near Exeter, and to whom
I make a liberal weekly allowance, is in the habit of incurring
Debts which she has no occasion to do. I hereby give public Notice,
that from this time I will not pay any Debts she may so
contract.
John Bolt.
Dated Withycombe Rawleigh, Exmouth, Feb. 26, 1830.
Notice - To Constables and other Parish Officers. - Eloped from
her Husband, on Sunday the 18th instant, Thomazin, the Wife of John
Ware, of the Parish of Winkleigh, Confectioner, who carried away
with her a large quantity of Clothes, and a considerable sum in
Cash. A young man, about 18, is supposed to have gone with her.
This is to give Notice, that John Ware, the Husband, will not be
answerable for any Debts that she may contract, and hereby offers
One Pound Reward to any person who will give such information as
the said Thomazin Ware may be found. She is about 30 years of age,
of a sallow complexion, with dark eyes, and has a Seton in her
back.
Dated the 31st July, 1830.
Notice.
Whereas my Wife, Susanna Marting, of Newton St. Cyres, has left me
without any just cause; this is to caution the Public Not To Trust
Her, as I will not be answerable for any Debts she may contract
from this time. Hugh Marting.
Witness, Reginand Force.
Exeter, Jan. 25th, 1832.
Caustion.
I hereby Give Notice, to all Tradesmen and Shopkeepers, with whom I
have had, or from the date hereof, may have Business Transactions,
that I will not be answerable, or consider myself liable for any
Debts which henceforth may be contracted by my Wife, Mary Braddick,
of Silverton, in the County of Devon, or by my Children, either in
my name, or in their own; and, I also caution all Persons against
Purchasing any Goods or Property of my said Wife or Children, in
Silverton aforesaid, over which I have any control or right, they
having no right or authority to sell or dispose of the same.
Nicholas Braddick
Silverton, 10th June, 1833.
Notice
Whereas Sarah Sleeman, Wife of me, Thomas Sleeman, of the Parish of
Tetcott, in the County of Devon, Yeoman, hath contracted Debts to a
considerable amount, without my knowledge, or consent; I hereby
give Notice, That I will not be answerable for any Debt or Debts
that may be contracted by her after the publication hereof.
Thomas Sleeman, Dated Tetcott, 21st December, 1833.
Five Pounds Reward
Whereas, William Hunt, alias Drewe, aged 36 years, 5 feet 10 inches
high, long favoured, fair complexion, with full eyes, Absconded
from the Parish of Dunsford, on or about September last, leaving
his Wife and Children chargeable thereunto: any Person or Persons
bringing him to the Churchwardens or Overseers of the aforesaid
Parish, shall receive the above Reward.
Dated Dunsford, Feb. 24, 1834.
£3 Reward
Absconded, about Two Months since, from Exminster, James Payne,
alias Snell, about 30 years of age, short set grown, with sore
eyes, and light coloured hair; leaving chargeable to the Parish of
Exminster a Wife and 4 Children. He was accompanied by a Woman who
is marked with the small pox, about 23 years of age; they are
supposed to be in the neighbourhood of Barnstaple. Whoever will
give such information so that he might be taken into Custody, shall
receive the above Reward, by applying to the Overseer of the Parish
of Exminster.
Dated May 15, 1834.
Caution - I hereby give Notice, that I will not be answerable
for any Debts which may be contracted by my Wife, Jane Melhuish,
after this Public Notice.
Thomas Melhuish
Cruwys Morchard, June 6, 1834.
Absconded lately from the Parish of Coldridge in the County of
Devon, where he left a wife and family subject to become
chargeable, William Westcott, husbandman, about 29 years of age, 5
feet, 5 or 6 inches high, rather fresh complexion, dark brown hair,
rather long and sharp nose, and walks upright; wore when he left
his home, a grey frock coat, black waistcoat, dark corduroy
breeches, light coloured gaiters, and carried a bundle; supposed to
have a woman with him about 25 years of age, full favoured, and of
fresh complexion, and thought to be in the neighbourhood of
Torquay.
Any person who will give information to Mr John Reed, Overseer of
Coldridge, of the said William Westcott, shall on his apprehension
receive the reward of Two Guineas.
Coldridge, June 10th, 1834.
Notice
Whereas my Wife, Nancy Babbage, (before her Marriage called Nancy
Westacott), who is now residing at Southmolton, has of her own will
separated herself from me, now I do hereby give public Notice, that
I will not pay or be answerable for any Debts which she may
contract after this day. Dated at Burrington, Devon, the 29th day
of September, 1834.
John Babbage.
Notice.
I Hereby Give Public Notice, that I will not pay or be answerable
for any Debts which my Wife, Mary Barter, may contract.
Elias Barter, Dated Exeter, 2nd March 1835.
Two Guineas Reward.
Absconded, and left his Family chargeable to the Parish of Huxham,
John Manley, who is about 5 feet 10 inches in height, black hair
and eyes, generally has worn in his work a fustian jacket and
corduroy trousers, and otherwise wears a blue coat and supposed to
be in the South of Devon.
Whoever will apprehend and cause the said John Manley to be lodged
in any of His Majesty's Gaols, or give Information so that he may
be brought to Justice, shall receive a Reward of Two Guineas, from
the Overseer of the Parish of Huxham.
Signed, Richard Matthews, Overseer.
Dated Huxham, Devon, 7th April, 1835.
Whereas My Wife, Parthenia Whidborne, through the instigations
of improper persons, hath, without just cause or provocation,
withdrawn herself from my house; I therefore by this Public Notice
caution all Persons from allowing her to become indebted to them in
any way whatever, a I will not pay any Charge or Debt that she may
contract from the date hereof.
Witness my hand, Richard Whidborne,
Olchard Village, near Chudleigh, Friday, 29th May, 1835.
Public Notice
Whereas, Mary Ann Dart, wife of John Dart, Blacksmith, Coldridge,
Devon, has absconded from him without case, this is to give Notice
that the said John Dart will not be answerable for any Debts his
said Wife may contract.
June 13th, 1836
Caution - Whereas My Wife, Johanna Ward, has eloped from me -
this is to caution all persons against giving any Credit to the
said Johanna Ward, as I will not be answerable for any Debt she may
contract.
Robert Ward, Blacksmith, at Halberton, Devon.
Dated June 21st, 1836.
Whereas my Wife, Elizabeth Rendal, of the Parish of Chudleigh,
absconded from me on Saturday last, This is to give Notice, that I
will not be answerable for any Debts she may contract from this
date.
Dated Harcombe, near Cudleigh, 11th July, 1836.
The Mark X of William Arscott Rendal.
Public Notice
Whereas my Wife, Sarah Diment, did leave my house on Tuesday the
16th day of August last, without my will or consent: Notice is
therefore hereby given to whoever my trust the said Sarah Diment,
or let her contract any debt or debts in any manner whatsoever in
my name or on my account, that from and after this public notice, I
will not consent to pay or discharge any debt or debts she may so
contract, or be in any manner whatsoever responsible.
William Diment
Dated Colaton Rawleigh, September 1st, 1836.
Public Notice
Whereas my Wife, Mary Smith, hath for sometime past contracted many
Debts unknown to me, now I hereby give Notice to all Tradesmen and
others, that I will not be answerable or responsible for the
Payment of any Goods she may be instructed with, or shall obtain in
my Name, nor will I pay or discharge any Debt or Debts she may
contract after this Public Notice.
William Smith, Dated Cullompton, 13th September, 1836.
Notice - One Pound Reward
Whereas on the 23rd November last, William Fry ran away from
Farringdon, leaving his wife and family of three young children
chargeable to the parish. Whoever will give such information to the
Overseers of Farringdon as may lead to his detection shall receive
One Pound Reward. He is about 35 years of age, 5 feet 8 inches in
height, light complexion, sandy hair and has the mark of a cut in
his fact.
Dated Farringdon, near Exeter, Dec. 3rd, 1830
Notice - I, John Tolley the younger, of the City of Exeter,
Tailor, do hereby give Notice that I will not be answerable for, or
hold myself liable to pay any Debts which my Wife, Maria Tolley,
shall, or may incur, after this Public Notice.
John Tolley, the Younger
Dated Northernhay Place, Exeter, Sept. 29, 1842.
I, Thomas Brown, hereby give Notice that I will not be
answerable for any Debts which my Wife, Mary Ann Brown, may
contract after this public notice, she having now left me.
Brownstone, Morchard Bishop, Nov. 4th, 1842.
I Alfred Baker, heretofore of Hayne, near Silverton in the County of Devon, Hereby Give Notice that I will not be answerable for any Debts, which my Wife, Mrs Harriett Maria Baker, now residing apart from me, at No. 9 Salutary Place, Exeter, may contract in my name, nor for any articles which may be supplied to her on Credit. Dated the 15th day of February, 1843.
Notice
I, Thomas Kerswell Anning, of the Parish of Kenton, in this County,
Yeoman, hereby give Notice, that I will not be answerable for any
Debts contracted by my Wife, Anne Anning, after this Date.
All Persons with whom she has already contracted Debts, must send
their Bills immediately to Thomas K Anning, Vanbridge.
Signed, Thomas Anning
Dated 19th June, 1844.
£2 Reward.
The Guardians of the St. Thomas Union, will give the above Reward
to any Person who will give information of the present residence of
Ann Smith, aged about 30 Years, who some time since left her Two
Bastard Children chargeable to the Parish of Ide, in the said
Union. She is supposed to be in some part of Cornwall.
By Order of the Guardians
J. G. Bidwell, Clerk, St Thomas Union, October 19, 1844.
I, John Abbot Ensor, lately residing at Exeter, Gentleman, do
hereby caution all Persons, from Trusting or giving Credit to my
Wife, Eliza Jane Ensor, residing at the House of her Father,
Richard Hill, at No. 84, Fore Street, Exeter, as I will not pay any
Debt contracted by her after this Public Notice.
Dated this Twenty Fifth Day of November 1844.
John Abbot Ensor.
Caution.
Whereas, I, John Phillips, of the Parish of Chulmleigh, Devon, and
Mary Ann, my Wife, have parted by mutual consent, This is to
Certify, that I shall not be answerable or accountable for any
Debts she may contract after this Public Notice.
Given under my hand this 7th day of July, 1845.
The Mark of X John Phillips.
John Mortimer, of No. 14, Bartholomew Street, Exeter, is under
the painful necessity of publicly intimating, that in consequence
of the Mental Derangement of his Wife, which renders her incapable
of exercising discretion in pecuniary matters, he cannot be
answerable for any Debts she may hereafter contract in his Name,
and he hereby requests that no Person will on any representation
allow her to have Goods or Money on his Account.
Parties who may now have Claims on him are requested to furnish
particulars of the same immediately.
Dated 21st October 1846.
Whereas, William Adams has absconded and left his Wife and Four
children Chargeable to the Parish of Dunsford, - whoever will
apprehend the said William Adams, and deliver him to the Overseers
of Dunsford, shall receive the above reward. He is about 27 years
old, of light complexion, stands about 5 feet 6 inches high; and
wore away a fustian jacket, light waistcoat and cloth trousers.
Dunsford, February 16th, 1847.
Honiton - Police, On Trewman's Exeter Flying Post, Thursday last a man by the name of Lock was apprehended at Chepstow, Monmouthshire, for having left his family, five children, chargeable to the parish in October last. He was on Saturday taken before the Mayor, J. H. Townsend, Esq., and was sentenced to six months hard labour in the house of correction.
Notice
Whereas, my Wife, Catherine Coles, has absconded and left me
without any provocation of mine, I hereby give Notice that I will
not be answerable for any debt that she may contract against me
after this notice. Given under my hand this 21st day of February,
1854.
William Coles, Labourer of Dunsford, Devon.
I, Henry Browning, Grocer and General Dealer, of St.
David's-hill, Exeter, hereby give notice that my wife, Ann
Browning, has absconded from my house, and that I will not be
responsible for any debts contracted by her after this date.
(Signed) H. Browning.
Dated March 26th, 1861.
Notice.
I, John Morris, of Morchard Bishop, hereby give notice, that I will
not be answerable for any Debt or Debts that my Wife, Louisa
Morris, may contract after this date.
June 25th, 1862.
I Hereby give notice that I, John Cornish, of Holcombe Burnell,
will not be answerable for any Debts that my Wife, Merian Cornish,
may contract.
Dated August 30th, 1867
Exeter Guildhall
Charles Westlake, brass finisher, Quay-lane, was summoned for
neglecting to maintain his wife and family who had become
chargeable to the parish. It appeared that the officers of the
Corporation of the Poor had had a deal of trouble with the
defendant, and he has been before the Magistrates more than once on
charges of assaulting his wife, &c. the defendant had gone to
Bristol, where he had been about a fortnight when apprehended. He
informed the Magistrates that he had intended to send his wife
money, but his employers had kept one week's wages in hand and he
had only received three shillings from them when taken into
custody. He now expressed his willingness to find a home for his
wife, but that lady jumped into the witness box and declared her
wish to be separated from him. She only desired something a week
from him wherewith to maintain the child. The Magistrates, on
consideration of the defendant paying 4s. 6d. relief, granted his
wife, discharged him.
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