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Havant Newspaper Articles
1721 to 1806
Volume One
Researched by
Steve Jones
023 9247 3326
steve195598@yahoo.co.ukHavant Local History Booklet No. 114
Read all booklets at:
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2Havant Newspaper Articles, 1721 to 1806
1721 – Bankrupts: Henry Austin of Havant, in the County of Southampton, Baker.
23 November 1721, Stamford Mercury
1731 – Bankrupts: Richard Doling jnr., of Havant, in the County of Southampton,
Sadler. 12 August 1731, Stamford Mercury
1732 – Bankrupts: Joseph Bridger, late of Havant, in the County of Southampton,
Butcher. 13 April 1732, Derby Mercury
1736 – Bankrupts: Robert Andrews, late of Havant, in the County of Southampton,
Merchant. 5 November 1836, Ipswich Journal
1750 – Fire at Havant: Yesterday there was a great fire at Havant, which burnt
down eight houses, and destroyed several Ricks of Corn and Hay. I am told it was
occasioned by a boy shooting at some small birds on a Thatched House, by which
the same took fire. – A sufficient caution to people who propose to cover their
houses in straw. 23 March 1750, Derby Mercury
1751 – We hear that Richard Churcher was lately committed to Winchester Goal,
for writing a Letter to John Moody, of Havant, Esq; sign'd by the Name of Isaac
Bartholomew, demanding 5001. to be lodged in a certain Field, otherwise
threatening to set Fire to his House, Barns, &c.
15 November 1751, Derby Mercury
1754 – London 14 March: We hear from Sussex that a few Days ago Farmer
Voke, of Birdham, near- Chichester, went to Havant in Hants, to receive some
Money for his Son, and calling at a Publick-House, he pulled out some Pieces of
Gold; and an Hour after he left the House he was found murdered, and his Money
gone. This is the Place where Galley and Chater stopped, and were misled in their
Way to Major Batten's, and so inhumanly treated by the Smugglers; and it is
thought some of that villainous Gang are concerned in this, they herding together
in great Numbers there. As soon as the poor Man's Son heard of his Father's
Death, he took to his Bed, and died. 15 March 1754, Derby Mercury
31765 – Winchester Gaol: The 18th, John Salter was committed to the same gaol,
for robbing and defrauding his master Mr. Andrews, of Havant, of a considerable
quantity of strong beer. 25 February 1765, Salisbury and Winchester Journal
1766 – Married: On Tuesday last was married at Ewelme in this County, Mr
James Knapp, Merchant of Havant in Hampshire, to Miss Catherine Howse of
Ewelme, a most amiable young lady, and endowed with every qualification to
render the Marriage State truly happy. 26 April 1766, Oxford Journal
1766 – Married: A few days ago at Slindon, near Chichester, Mr James Champ,
Merchant of Havant in Hants, to Miss Elizabeth Newland, Daughter of Mr
Richard Newland, Surgeon of Chichester. 14 June 1766, Oxford Journal
1766 – TO be LET: At Lady-Day next, or before, if required, in Havant.
Hampshire, in the most conspicuous Part of the Town. A Good Dwelling House,
Brick Front, with an old accustomed Shop for a Grocer, Tallow Chandler, and
Soap-Boiler; The whole in very god repair. As the proprietor is leaving off
Business, all the Stock in Trade, with the utensils, will be sold at a proper
appraisement. For further particulars enquire to Mr John Payne, on the premises.
29 December 1766, Salisbury and Winchester Journal
1767 – On Saturday last as Mr James Andrews, Brewer in Havant, was on some
business about three miles from home, he fell from his horse in an apoplectic fit,
and expired immediately. 23 February 1767, Salisbury and Winchester Journal
1767 – Married: Last week was married, by the Reverend Mr. Mant, at Holywell
Church, Mr Joseph Mant of Havant in the County of Hampshire, to Miss Heron of
the same place. 5 September 1767, Oxford Journal
1773 – A few days since a dragoon, belong to the regiment quartered at Havant
had the misfortune to lose all the toes of one of his feet, by a motion of his horse,
in the following manner: Going into the hay-loft to give his horse some hay, it
being large trusses, he made use of a knife (for that purpose) to cut it, which,
when done, he descended; but in getting down, another horse, which was in the
stable, forced his own towards him, and coming against the knife, struck it out of
his hand, which falling on his foot, severed the toes entirely off.
25 January 1773, Hampshire Chronicle
41773 – A Sober diligent Lad is Wanted as an Apprentice by Mr Mant, Surgeon
and Apothecary, at Havant to whom apply for Particulars, or to Mr Crowcher,
Druggist, at Portsmouth, or to the Rev. Mr. Mant at Southampton.
Mr Mant continues his successful Method of Inoculation, for Two Guineas each
person. 1 March 1773, Hampshire Chronicle
1773 – Notice: Whereas Sarah, the Wife of William Buckhurst, of Havant, in the
County of Southampton, Malster, did, on the 29th, Day of May, 1770, Elope from
her Husband, and now secretes herself. These are therefore to forewarn all
Persons from giving her any Credit, as I will not pay any Debt she hath
contracted or may contract. March 8, 1773. W. BUCKHURST.
8 March 1773, Hampshire Chronicle
1773 – A BOARDING-SCHOOL for YOUNG LADIES, will opened at Havant,
Hants, on Monday the 21st of June, 1773, at Sixteen Guineas per Annum, and
Two Guineas Entrance, by Mrs. HAMLEY and Misses MANT, who hope to
recommend themselves to the Public by a diligent Attention to the important
Charge which they are about to undertake.
Proper Masters will attend the School to teach Writing, Dancing, etc.
12 April 1773, Hampshire Chronicle
1773 – Winchester Assizes, 10 April: Ann Thompson the mother, and Ann and
Thomas Thompson, her daughter and son, were yesterday committed, by Edward
Ives, Esq., for stealing a large quantity of leather from John Knight, of Havant in
this County. 12 April 1773 Hampshire Chronicle
1773 – To Be Sold or Let: and entered on immediately, at Havant, in the County
of Hants, about nine miles from Portsmouth, and the same from Chichester, being
a good Turnpike Road. A genteel modern-built Brick House, pleasantly situated at
the upper end of the Pallant, being Freehold, consisting of two good Parlours,
Hall, Study, Kitchen, Laundry, Cellars and other Offices suitable, three good
Chambers and a Dressing Room, and three Garrets, all exceedingly well finished,
a Stall Stable for six horses, and a Vault capable of containing 12 or 14 pipes with
a small Garden adjoining to the Stables, and another walled round, adjoining to
5the house. There is likewise belonging to it a large Malt-House, the kiln-plate
almost entirely new.
N.B. The house to be Let separately from the Malt-House if required, and fit for
immediate Reception. Further particulars may be had, by applying to Mr
Marshall, at Havant. 3 May 1773, Hampshire Chronicle
1773 – Last Sunday, the greatest storm of hail fell at Cosham, Havant and the
places adjacent, that has been known for many years; several of the hail stones
were as large as pigeon’s eggs. 10 May 1733, Hampshire Chronicle
1774 – 4 April 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
61774 – To Be Sold At Auction: SOLD at AUCTION, (unless before disposed by
private Sale, of which timely Notice shall be given in this Paper) at the Bull and
Dog, in Havant, in the County Southampton, between the Hours of Four and in
the Afternoon.
A FREEHOLD DWELLING-HOUSE, very pleasantly situated in Bedhampton in
the said County, consisting of two Parlours, a Hall, a large Dining-Room, a
Kitchen, 4 Chambers, two Garrets, a large Vault, a large Cellar, a Stable for five
horses, a Woodhouse, and good Room for a Coach-house, all in good Repair,
together with a Garden partly walled, and well planted with choice Fruit Trees,
now the Occupation Mr. William Cock.
Also, a good Piece of Meadow Land, about 3 acres, lying near the said house,
being Copyhold of Inheritance, held of the Manor of Havant, by a stint fine of 5s,
now in the occupation of William Buckhurst.
Further particulars may be known by applying to the said William Cook – eight
miles from Portsmouth, and ten from Chichester.
11 April 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
1774 – Married: Friday last was married at Havant the Rev. Mr. Medlow, of
Cocking, in Sussex, to Miss Sally Marshall, of Havant.
27 June 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
1774 – TO be LET by AUCTION: On Tuesday the 9th Day of August, 1774, at 4
o'clock in the Afternoon, at the Bull and Dog, Havant, in the County of
Southampton, by Lease of 14 Years (then to be produced) from Michaelmas next,
All that MESSUAGE, FARM, and LANDS, lying and being at Drayton, in the said
County, called by the Name of LOWER DRAYTON FARM, now in the
Occupation, of Thomas Knight; Consisting about 156 Acres of exceeding good
Arable Land, and 84 Acres of very rich Pasture or Marsh Land, with a Sheep
Walk on Portsdown in the said County.
The Tenant to enter the Premises immediately, to fallow and prepare the Ground
for Wheat- Layne for the ensuing Year.
At the same Time will be Sold the Crop of Corn now growing on the above Farm.
7Further Particulars may be known by applying to Messrs. Newland and Grigg at
Havant aforesaid.
N. B. Drayton is within five Miles of Portsmouth, five of Fareham, and three of
Havant, all good Market Towns and 'tis close to the Turnpike Road leading to
Portsmouth, and Chichester. 1 August 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
1774 – Inoculation, Havant, 12th September: Mr Mant’s House at Long Coppice
is now open for the Reception of inoculated Patients, at two Guineas each.
19 September 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
1774 – On Tuesday last, after a smart engagement, was taken from the Smugglers,
and brought to Havant, 56 tubs of brandy, with a few bags of tea, by Mr Cotton,
custom-house office at Cosham, and two others.
3 October 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
1774 – Wanted, as an Apprentice to a Grocer, Tallow Chandler and Soap-Boiler,
a young Man of good character, with whom a Premium will be expected.
Enquire of William Green, of Havant in Hants.
3 October 1774, Hampshire Chronicle
1775 – To be Sold BY Auction: At the Black Bear in Havant, in the County of
Southampton, on Monday the 6th Day of February, 1775, at Five o‘clock in the
Afternoon. A large Dwelling House, with a good accustomed Grocer’s and
Tallow-Chandler’s Shop, a large Garden , partly walled, a Stable and other
convenient outhouses, situated in the South Street of Havant, and now in the
occupation of Mr. Edward Mason – Also a new built Messuage adjoining to the
above, with several conveniences belonging to the same, now in the occupation of
Mr Thomas Downer.
All the above Premises are Copyhold of Inheritance held of the Manor of Havant,
by one Fine certain of 6d only, and are now Let together at the yearly Rent of £7
7s.
For further Particulars, enquire of Messrs Newland and Grigg, Attornies at Law,
in Havant aforesaid. 23 January 1775, Hampshire Chronicle
81775 – 20 March 1775, Hampshire Telegraph
1775 – TO be LET:, and enter'd upon immediately, Parcel of rich Salt Marsh
LAND, very good Condition, called DRAYTON GREAT MARSH, containing 124
Statute Acres, now divided into four Pieces, lying at Drayton, in the Parish of
Farlington, in the County of Southampton.
Enquire of Mr. James Newland, of Havant, in the said County.
10 April 1775, Hampshire Chronicle
91775 – HAVANT, Hants., TO be SOLD by ACTION: On Tuesday the 27th day of
June instant, at the Black Bear inn, in Havant, in the County of Southampton,
between the hours of three and six in the afternoon, The same good-accustomed
INN, which is now occupied by Mrs. Tizard, situated on the turnpike-road
between Chichester and Portsmouth, and about nine miles distance from each
place. To the said inn are good and convenient cellars, a brew-house, Stables,
out-houses, and yard.
The premises are copyhold of inheritance.
For further particulars enquire of Richard Bargus Esq., at Fareham, Hants and
Mrs. Tizard, who will show the premises.
12 June 1775, Salisbury and Winchester Journal
1775 – All Persons who have a Demand on the real or personal Estate of the late
Mr John Ventham, of Havant, in the County of Southampton, Brewer, deceased,
are desired to send an Account thereof to Mr James Newland, of Havant, in order
to their being paid.
N.B. A genteel easy one Horse Chaise, constructed for both Summer and Winter
use, little, if anything, the worse for wear, to be disposed of.
Enquire of the above Mr Newland. 26 June 1775, Hampshire Chronicle
1775 – To Be Let: at Langstone, about a mile from Havant in Hampshire, (a
Market Town situate on a good Turnpike Road, between Portsmouth and
Chichester, being a distant about nine miles from each).
Neat Ready Furnished Lodgings; consisting of a handsome Parlour, Chamber and
Kitchen, with Lodging Room for Servants, if required. The House commands a
very extensive and pleasing prospect of St. Helens, Spithead, Isle of Wight,
Portsmouth, and the adjacent Country; is conveniently situated near the Sea for
such as maybe desirous of Bathing, and may constantly be supplied with Fish in
great Plenty.
For further particulars enquire of William Stapley, Bookseller, at Havant; or the
Widow Morey, Jun. at Langstone aforesaid.
14 August 1775, Hampshire Chronicle
101775 – This week died, the Rev. Mr Axford, Dissenting Minister, at Havant. He
went to bed as usual in perfect health, and was found dead in the morning, and to
appearance made his exit without the least pain or struggle.
18 September 1755, Hampshire Chronicle
1776 – Vinegar: A large Quantity to be disposed of, either by the Hogshead, or in
larger Quantities. Enquire of Mr Newland, at Havant.
15 January 1776, Hampshire Chronicle
1776 – Saturday evening last a fire broke out at the seat of …… Borne (Boone)
Esq., near Havant, in this County, which consumed the mansion-house and the
furniture, valued at £11,000, and to add to the misfortune, a woman servant
perished in the flames. 26 February 1776, Hampshire Chronicle
1776 – We are informed from Havant, Bedhampton, and the villages adjacent,
that the inhabitants of those places met (after the cause between Peter Taylor and
Jervoise Clarke, Esqrs. Was decided, at the late assizes at Winton), and spent an
evening, shewing the most evidential proofs of joy, by ringing of bells, firing of
guns, and every demonstrative gladness that could be shewn, at having regained a
right which was attempted to be wrested from them.
18 March 1776, Hampshire Chronicle
1776 – Saturday (8 June) died at his house in Havant, Hants, Thomas Longcroft,
Esq. 10 June 1776, Reading Mercury
1776 – Extract of a Letter from Portsmouth, Aug. 24: “Thursday a company of the
4th Regiment, or the King’s Own, arrived here from Havant. They are to embark
this day for America.” 30 August 1776, Caledonian Mercury
1776 – Wood Stealers: Whereas several idle and disorderly persons have, under a
pretence of nutting or gathering dead wood, made a practice of going into and
damaging the Woods and Coppices of Peter Taylor, Esq., of Purbrook Park, in
this County; Now this is to give notice that any person who shall hereafter be
found in the Woods or Coppices of Peter Taylor, Esq., or within his Manors of
Farlington and Drayton, trespassing against the statute or statutes in such case
made and provided, shall be prosecuted as the law directs. And any person giving
information to Mr James Newland, in Havant, shall receive a reward of Two
11Guineas, on conviction of the offender, over and above the moiety of the forfeiture
allowed by the statute. 23 September 1776, Hampshire Chronicle
1776 – Hants. To be Sold by Auction: on Saturday the 28th inst. at six o’clock in
the afternoon, at Mrs Tizard’s, the sign of the Bear, Havant, Hants, a Freehold
Estate, situated at Catherington, Hants; containing, by measure, 30 acres 6
perches, in eight inclosures, of arable, meadow and pasture land; a good brick
house, garden, barn, stable etc., with fine growing timber, on a fine situation, that
commands an extensive view of the sea, Spithead, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and
Southampton. The estate is situate within a half mile of the turnpike-road from
London to Portsmouth, five miles from Petersfield, five from Havant, seven from
Fareham, and nine from Portsmouth, all market towns. The estate is under-Let on
lease to Capt. Samuel Hood, at the clear yearly rent of £25. The occupier pays
King’s Tax, and covenants to keep and leave the whole in good repair.
The premises may be viewed, a week before the sale, by leave of Captain Hood.
The above estate, some time ago, was set up to auction but a dispute arose
between the proprietor and the heir at law, which dispute is now amically settled,
and the sid heir at law will join in the conveyance to the purchaser, and it will
now be sold to the highest bidder.
For further particulars, enquire of Messrs. Newland and Grigg, Attorneys, at
Havant; or of Mr Sandham, Attorney at Law, in the High Street, Portsmouth. 23
September 1776, Hampshire Chronicle
1776 – Welch Heifers Lost From Havant Thicket: Two Welcj Heifers; the largest
being darl brindled, with much white on her back and tail, sreer-headed, and
burnt of each horn with the letters T.M., the other a small red, with a speckled
face, and burnt on the horn T.M. Whoever will give intelligence, so that they may
be had again shall receive One Guinea reward, and all reasonable charges from
Mr Marshall, of Havant. The brindled cow is a four-yearling and supposed to be
in calf; the other is a three-yearling, and supposed to be in calf.
14 October 1776, Hampshire Chronicle
1777 – Death: On Thursday night suddenly at Wade Court, Havant, in this
County, James Bold, Esq. 17 February 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
121777 – Oak Timber to be Sold by Auction: On Monday the 17th inst. at the Black
Dog in Ensworth, Hants., between the hours of three and seven o’clock in the
afternoon, the following Lots of Oak Timber:
Lot 1d, 120 Oak Trees, as they now stand and grow in a place called Cromill Hill,
on Emsworth Common, in the parish of Warblington, in the said County,
numbered from 1 to 120, and marked respectively with the letter P.
Lot 2d, 120 Oak Trees, as they now stand and grow on a place Cromill Bottom, on
Emsworth Common aforesaid, numbered 1 to 120, and marked respectively with
the letters P.P.
Lot 3d, Oak Trees, as they now stand and grow on the side of Black Bush
Coppice, on Emsworth Common aforesaid, numbered from 1 to 120, and marked
respectively with the letter P.
The above premises may be viewed, at any time before the sale, by applying to
John Andrews, of May’s Coppice on the said Common.
For further particulars, enquire of Meessrs. Longcroft, at Havant, in the said
County. 10 March 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
1777 – Inoculation: Mr Haines, Surgeon, Etc. at Bedharnpton will continue to
Inoculate Patients for the Small Pox, on very reasonable terms, at Lower Drayton
Farm Housee. The house is a very convenient one for the purpose, is situated
about a quarter of mile from the turnpike road, from Havant to Portsmouth, about
half a mile from Cosham, 3 from Havant and from 5 Portfmouth.
Mr. Haines will inoculate any family in the country (whose houses are properly
situated) at their own house on reasonable terms.
31 March 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
131777 – 26 May 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
141777 – Last week a dual was fought at the Bear Inn at Havant between an eminent
mercer of that place, and Mr …….. of Portsmouth. The former received a slight
wound, when, by the intereference of the seconds, the dispute was amicably
settled, and the remainder of the evening crown’d with festivity.
23 June 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
1777 – To Be Sold By Auction: by Joseph Murray, on Monday the 30 June, 1777,
and the following days;
All the STOCK, UTENSILS HUSBANDRY, and all the GOODS and FURNITURE
of the late JAMES BOLD, Esq. at his Late Dwelling-houfe at Wade in the parish
of Warblington, near Havant, the county of Southampton; consisting of horses,
cows, clover and meadow hay, etc, waggons, carts, plows, drags, harrows,
rollers. etc. four post and other bedsteads, with printed cotton, needlework,
worsted damask, check, and other furnitures and window curtains; fine goose and
other feather-beds, blankets, quilts, counterpanes; mahogany and other chairs
and tables, bureaus and Chests of drawers; pier, sconce, and carpets; dressing
glasses stove-grates, carpets, three good eight-day clocks and cases, curious fire-
arms, plate, linen, china, books, wearing apparel, glass and stone-ware, and
kitchen furniture, washing and brewing utenfiis.
The sale to begin each day at ten o’clock. 23 June 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
1777 – To Be Sold By Auction:On Wednesday the 27th this instant, at the House
of John Hoar, bearing the sign of the Maypole in Hayling lsland, in the county of
Southampton, between the hours of two and four of the clock in the afternoon,
unless sooner disposed of by private contract, of which notice will be given;
A COPYHOLD ESTATE of INHERITANCE, consisting of a barn, gate room, and
about 25 acres of exceeding rich arable land, with the timber now growing on the
same, situate and being within and holden of the manor of Hayling in the county
Southampton, and now rented by the year by Mr. Joseph Crasweller, who will, at
any time before the sale, shew the premises.
For Particulars enquire of Messrs Newland and Grigg, Attornies, at Havant,
Hants. 18 August 1777, Hampshire Chronicle
151778 – To Be Sold: and entered upon immediately, at Leigh, in the parish of
Havant, a genteel, modem built BRICK HOUSE, with four rooms on a floor,
neatly finished, with a stable, coach-house and other offices, in good repair, with
25 acres of very good meadow and arable ground, and a large orchard. It is a
pleasant dry and healthy situation, and a fine sporting country.
Part of the money, if required, will be left with the purchaser, and the furniture,
which is very good, sold at a fair appraisement.
Enquire of Mr. Henry Midlane, builder, in Havant.
13 April 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
1778 – On Monday last a seizure of 2,400lb of tea was made, by three riding
officers, in a house near Havant, which was the same day lodged in the custom
house at Chichester. 11 May 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
1778 – Wanted: A sober young gentleman who has had a liberal education is
wanted as an apprentice, by Mr Mant, Surgeon and Apothecary at Havant, Hants.
Please to enquire as above, by letters, post-paid.
22 June 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
1778 – Havant – To be Sold by Auction: On the 10th day of August, at the
Dolphin inn, at four o'clock in the afternoon, if not disposed of by private
contract, of which timely notice will be given.
LOT. I. Two Tenements copyhold, with about one acre and a quarter of garden
ground, at the yearly rent of £9 6s. per year, in possession of Mr. William Morley,
tenant at will.
Lot. 11, Two Tenements and shop freehold, with three quarters of an acre of good
garden ground, on the road to Emsworth, and now in the occupation of Richard
Churcher, at the yearly rent of £51 10s.
The premises to be viewed by applying to Mr Walters, the Dolphin inn, Havant,
and for further particulars to Mr. Wm. Woolgar, Block-maker West-Cowes.
27 July 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
161778 – Havant – To Be Sold By Auction: At the Bear-Inn, Havant, Hants, on
Thursday the 11th of October next, between the hours of two and six in the
afternoon of the same day; DWELLING HOUSE, consisting of two tenements,
with a good garden, together with large malt-house that will wet 30 quarters a
week, containing 3 Working floors, 2 barley granaries, ground flowage, and one
dry malt-room, ground flowage. The whole being copyhold of heritance held of
the manor of Havant, the herriot the best good, and stinted fine of 10s. late in the
occupation John Blunden.
For further particulars enquire of Mr. John Painter, of Rackton, Mr. Jollife, of
Chldham, Sussex, or Mr. Wm. Cook, at Havant aforesaid, who will shew premises.
Should any person be inclined to purchase the above at a private, they are to
apply above. 14 September 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
1778 – 12 October 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
171778 – Havant – To Be Sold By Auction: In separate Lots, on Friday the 20th day
of November instant, between the hours of ten and twelve, at the house of Mrs.
Tizzard, bearing the sign of the Black Bear, Havant, aforesaid, unless disposed of
by private contract, which timely notice will be given in this paper,
LOT 1. A Copyhold Estate of Inheritance held of the Manor of Havant, adjoining
the town of Havant, consisting of about Six Acres of Rich Pasture Ground, now in
the occupation of Mr. Theodorus Marshall.
LOT 11. Two other Copyhold Estates of Inheritance held of the same Manor,
situate at Langston, near Havant aforesaid; Consisting of Two Messuages or
Tenements, adjoining to each other, and large Gardens behind the same, now in
the several occupations of John Morey and John Barns.
For particulars apply to Mr. Grigg, attorney in Havant aforesaid.
9 November 1778, Hampshire Chronicle
1779 – Havant, Hants.: Wanted, immediately, a Man and his Wife who are
capable of carrying on the business of Sack Making, and superintending a family
of about forty persons; if they bring a child or two with them, it will be no
material objection. – Any person this may suit, if well recommended for sobriety,
etc., will meet with every reasonable encouragement, by applying to the Overseers
of the poor of the parish of Havant. 26 April 1779, Hampshire Chronicle
1779 – Havant – To Be Sold By Auction (on the premises): By JOHN WELLER,
jun. on Tuesday the 11th of June, 1779, and the following day.
The neat HOUSHOLD FURNITURE belonging to Messrs. HAMLEY and MANTS,
at the Boarding-School, in Havant, consisting of fourteen field and four post
bedsteads, with check, cheney, and other furnitures; excellent feather beds,
blankets, and counterpanes, mahogany chairs and tables, pier and dressing
glasses, Wilton and Scotch carpets, good eight day clock in a mahogany case,
some household linen, brewing and kitchen implements. The goods may be viewed
on Monday preceding the sale, which will begin at ten o'clock.
N. B. The whole of the furniture was new within these few years.
31 May 1779, Hampshire Chronicle
181779 – Married: Monday morning was married at the Cathedral in the City of
Chichester, by the Rev. Mr. Bingham, Prebendary of that Church, Richard
Bingham Newland, Esq., of Havant, in Hampshire, to Miss Hampton of
Chichester. 5 June 1799, Kentish Gazette
1779 – Havant – To Be Let or Sold: A House and Shop with their appurtenances,
situate at Havant, in the County of Southampton, late in the occupation of Mr
William Barlow., Grocer and Tallow-chandler, deceased. The business is at
present carried on by the family, but will be relinquished to a tenant or purchaser
immediately, if required. The premises are admirably well situated and adapted
for the trades above mentioned, or for any other where room and convenience is
wanted. Also, to be sold, a small neat House and Garden, pleasantly situated near
the Church at Hambledon, in the said County, together with a barn and 15 acres
of land. All the Premises are copyhold of Inheritance, and liable to a certain fine.
For particulars enquire of Mr William White at Havant, or Mr Baker, No. 11, Pall
Mall, London. 9 August 1779, Hampshire Chronicle
1779- 22 November 1779, Hampshire Chronicle
191780 – Heel-Maker Wanted: Wanted immediately, A Journeyman Heel-Maker. A
sober man, who is a good workman, and understands the making of French heels,
may meet with constant employ by applying to George Boxold in Havant. If he can
assist occasionally in the pattern-making business, it will be more agreeable.
14 February 1780, Hampshire Chronicle
1780 – Havant, Hants, May 24, 1780: The Partnership between Messrs Newland
and Grigg, Attorneys at Law, being dissolved by mutual consent, They hereby
inform their clients and friends, that all papers brought to their office in the
course of business, remain in the hands of Mr. Newland, to whom all moneys
owing for business transacted by them, are to be paid as his sole property. And all
persons having a claim on them on their partnership account, are desired
forthwith to send the particulars thereof to Mr. Newland, that it may be settled
and paid. They respectfully request the favour of their friends to address their
letters in future to them separately, vis, to Mr, Newland, at Havant, (who will
attend his office as he did before the connection between him and Mr. Grigg took
place) and to Mr. Grigg, No. 6, Carnden-Alley, near the Dock gate, on
Portsmouth Common, Hants, JAMES NEWLAND. JAMES GRIGG.
5 June 1780, Hampshire Chronicle
1780 – Bankrupt: Edward Holton, jun., of Havant , Hants, Linen Draper. To
appear Sept., 28, Oct 9, and Nov. 4 at Guildhall, London, Attornies, Messrs.
Herne, Pater-noster Row. 22 September 1780, Derby Mercury
1781 – Married: Last week was married Mr Richard Newlyn, of Winchester, to
Miss Skelton, an agreeable young lady with a genteel fortune.
20 August 1781, Hampshire Chronicle
1781 – To be Sold by Auction: On Monday the 17th day of September, 1781, at
Brockhampton, in the parish of Havant, in the county of Southampton: All the
STOCK in HUSBANDRY, late belonging to John Guy, of Brockhampton
aforesaid, consisting of several ricks of meadow and clover hay, (put together in
prime order) good horses, fine cows, a bull, sheep, and several waggons, dung
carts, three-wheeled carts, cart and plough harness, rollers, and many other
utensils in husbandry, all in good order.
20The sale to begin at ten o'clock, and continue till all are sold.—Catalogues to be
had of Mr. Henry Midlane, Havant. 10 September 1781, Hampshire Chronicle
1781 – A few days ago William St. George and Edward Byley were committed to
Winchester Gaol, by Richard Bargus, Esq., charged with shooting at Arthur Wolf,
on the highway at Bedhampton, with an intent to kill him. --- Byley, an
accomplice, is committed to bridewell to give evidence; and another accomplice is
not yet taken. They all belong to an independent company in Havant.
8 October 1781, Reading Mercury
1781 – Married: Last week was married, at Havant, in this County, Mr James
Grigg, of Portsmouth – Common, to Miss Longcroft, of Havant.
12 November 1781, Hampshire Chronicle
1782 – A gentleman of Ley (Leigh) was some time last week robbed at the mile
stone and beyond Havant in this County, of his money, by three men but
indifferently mounted. 2 September 1782, Hampshire Chronicle
1782 – Lost: From Emsworth Common, a pale brown Mare, about 14 hands high,
4 years old, has a black mane and tail, a half-moon in her forehead, with a stripe
from her forehead to her nostril, which is almost white, and had on when lost a
lock on her leg with some links, and a swivel. Whoever will bring the above mare
to John West, at Leigh, near Havant, will receive One Guinea reward, and all
reasonable expenses. 9 September 1782, Hampshire Chronicle
1782 – 14 October 1782, Hampshire Chronicle
211783 – Bedhampton Park to Let: Together, or in three separate Farms, and
entered upon immediately or at Michaelmass next. Enquire of Mr James Newland
at Havant.
Bedhampton Park is about eight miles from Petersfield, Fareham, and
Portsmouth, eleven from Chichester, two from Havant, all good market towns.
13 January 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1783 – Havant, Hants, January 6, 1783: Whereas many thefts, wanton, mischiefs,
and other misdemeanours, have of late been happening in Havant and the
neighbourhood thereof are preventing the hike in future, a meeting of some of the
principal inhabitants of the said place was this day held to consider the steps
necessary to be taken (and an agreement entered into by them) to that end, when
among other things, it was agreed between them to prosecute every detected
offender to the utmost extremity of the law, and that for the discovery of such
offenders, a reward of Five Guineas for each should be given, and which they
hereby offer to any person or persons who shall give information against any one
or more who have been or shall be guilty of any of the offences aforesaid, so that
he, or they may be brought to justice; and that such rewards, and the expense of
such prosecution or prosecutions shall be paid equally by the subscribers to the
said agreement. And to make the same as extensive and beneficial to the
community as may be, and said subscribers further agreed to such of the
parishioners or any neighbourhood parish, as parties to the said agreement, who
shall within one month from the date hereof enter into and sign the same, for
which purpose the said agreement is left with Mrs Tizzard at the Black Bear, in
Havant. 13 January 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1783 – Havant – To Be Let: and entered upon immediately.—A GOOD HOUSE,
and well-accustomed GROCER'S SHOP, situate in the most conspicuous part of
the East street, Havant, together with the convenient work-houses and utensils for
candle making. The Stock in Trade and the utensils for the above Business to be
taken to at the same time, at a fair appraisment.
For further particulars enquire Mr. Henry. Midiane, at Havant. N. B, The above
premises are on a lease of 21 years, five which are unexpired.
21 April 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
221783 – Cricket: Wednesday the 16th last was played at Steine Gate, near
Funtington, the second cricket match, the gentlemen of Havant against the
gentlemen of Funtington and Westbourne, which was decided in favour of the
Havant Gentlemen by no less than 135 runs at one innings.
28 July 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1783 – Cricket: Tuesday last was played in Mr Reed’s field, near Portsea, a
cricket match, the gentlemen of Havant against the gentlemen of Portsmouth,
which after a very hard contest was decided in favour of the Havant gentlemen,
with only one wicket to go down. 25 August 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1783 – Cricket: On Tuesday was finished, at Stock Heath, near Havant, the
second cricket match, the gentlemen of Havant against the gentlemen of the Island
of Portsea, for 22 guineas, which was decided in favour of the Havant gentlemen
by 57 runs. 15 September 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1783 – Writing and Music – John Duckworth: Writing and Music Master, at Mrs.
Lagrange’s Boarding School, in Havant, and Mrs. Boulton’s, at Portchester, takes
the liberty of acquainting the Ladies and Gentlemen of Havant, and Portchester,
and within ten miles of the above places, that he teaches, WRITING, the VIOLIN,
and GUITAR, in the most accomplished manner; MUSIC being considered one of
the most polite of all the liberal sciences, and one of the chief ornaments of a
finished education, it ought most certainly to claim the attention of all those who
have it in their power to acquire the knowledge therein, and the tone of the
GUITAR has always been allowed to be the finest, it coming nearest to the human
voice, that instrument very justly claims a pre-eminence over all others.
Any Lady or Gentleman desirous of learning the above instruments, may now
have the opportunity of doing it on very reasonable terms. The advertiser,
formerly a pupil to an eminent master in London, flatters himself that his method
of tuition will render it plain, and familiar, and likewise delightful and pleasing
even to those who are totally unacquainted with the above science, that any
person, by moderate application, may play with taste and judgment in a very short
time. The Ladies and Gentlemen who may be pleased to honour him, by becoming
his pupils, may be assured, that the most indefatigable exertions shall not be
wanting to enable them to make rapid progress in the above polite, genteel, and
useful accomplishments.
23For particulars, please to direct to either the above schools, or his house,
Cosham.
Instruments of all sorts, tuned, repaired, and sold, as cheap as in London.
1 December 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1783 – Wanted: A Youth properly educated, as an Apprentice to a Surgeon and
Apothecary. – Enquire of Mr Girod, in Havant, Hants.
8 December 1783, Hampshire Chronicle
1784 – 26 April, 1784, Hampshire Chronicle
1784 – Sea Coast, Hampshire – To be Sold (either together or separately) by
private Contract: A Valuable ESTATE: Confining two Messuages, together with
barns, stables, gate-room, &c., thereunto belonging; also twenty acres of arable
land, fifty-eight acres of fine meadow, part of it watered, twenty one acres of rich
orchard ground, which produces great crops of the choices fruits for cyder; fifteen
24leases on the salt marshes adjoining the estate, which lies all within an hedge, and
is bounded on the East and West sides by two delightful streams, and on the South
Langstone Harbour. The Premises are partly Freehold, partly Copyhold of
Inheritance; the fines very low. The spot well calculated for sea bathing or for
building. The Estate lies contiguous to the town Havant, in a remarkable good
neighbourhood, and very healthy, and is a market and port town, nine miles from
Portsmouth and Chichester, 66 from London, and is on the great turnpike road
from Brighton to Southampton and Bath.
For further particulars, information may be had of Messrs. Longcroft, at Havant;
Mr. Weller, Auctioneer, at Chichester, and William. Jackson, Esq. No.45, Mark-
lane, London. The timber to taken at a fair valuation.
N. B. The purchaser will be put into possession of the copyhold, free.
11 October 1784, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Death: Last week died, very much regretted by all who knew him, Mr
Stapley, bookseller, at Havant. 3 January 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Havant, Hants. – To Be Let or Sold: and entered upon immediately, A very
convenient Dwelling House, situate in the East-street, near the centre of the town
of Havant; consisting of three small rooms in the front, behind which are a
parlour, large kitchen, good pantries and cellar. There are seven bedrooms,
exclusive of the garrets, which are large; adjoin are a counting-house, a wash
house and a small walled garden.
For particulars enquire of Mr Joseph Bingham Mant, of Havant; who will shew
the premises.
N.B. Havant is mid-way between Portsmouth and Chichester, nine miles from
each. 7 February 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Havant, Hants – To be Sold by Auction (unless sooner disposed of by
Private Contract, of which timely notice will be given): by Henry Midlane, on
Friday the 4th day of March, 1785, at the house of Mrs Elizabeth Tizzard, bearing
the sign of the Bear Inn, Havant, in the County of Southampton, between the hours
of five and seven o’clock in the evening of the same day.
25A Valuable Freehold Estate, consisting of two Barns, two Gaterooms, and several
parcels of arable land, containing about one hundred and twenty acres, situate
and being at Havant aforesaid, and now in the occupation of John Knight, under
a lease thereof, for £120 per annum, for fourteen years, of which six years are
unexpired at Michaelmas 1785.
Further particulars may be had of Messrs Longcroft, Attornies at Law, at Havant
aforesaid; and Mr John Knight, the Tenant, will shew the premises.
14 February 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Winchester: On Friday last was brought by a party of dragoons to this
City, John Cousens, a noted smuggler, he was taken at Havant but received
orders here to convey him to Newgate for confinement, till the next assize.
21 March 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Havant, Hants – To be Sold by Auction: without Reserve at the Bear Inn,
Havant, in the County of Southampton, Tuesday the 10th day of May, between the
hours of three and six in the afternoon.
A very eligible FARM, desirably situate at Leigh, in the parish of Havant
aforesaid, consisting of a pleasant substantial Messuage, of four rooms on a floor,
with chambers, garrets, and proper convenient offices, barns, and other buildings,
all in good repair, and 82 acres of arable, 67 acres of rich meadow, 18 acres of
coppice well planted with timber,, and an aldermoor of two acres, now in lease to
Mr. John Densly, for the term 21 years, (eight of which will be unexpired at
Michaelmas next) at the yearly rent of £94 10s.
The above Is copyhold of inheritance, held of the Manor of Havant, at a small
stint fine.
To be viewed at any time before the day of sale, by applying to the tenant, Mr.
Densly, and further particulars of Mr. James Newland, Havant.
25 April 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Sea Coast of Hampshire – To be Sold by Auction: by John Weller, JUN.,
on Tuesday, the 31st of May, 1785, between the hours of four and seven o’clock in
the afternoon, at the Bear Inn, Havant; A very valuable Estate, part freehold, and
26part copyhold of inheritance, situate at Brockhampton, near the town of Havant,
to be divided into several Lots, as under:
Lot 1
Measure A. R. P.
A Meadow called Broadwater … 3 3 0
One ditto, called Eastgate … 0 3 0
One ditto, called Higgens … 3 2 0
A piece of archery ground adjoining
One Cow Common
Lot II
A Large commodious Farm House, barn, gateroom etc
Old Orchard
One Meadow, called Perry’s (Freehold) … 4 0 0
Lot III
An orchard well planted, called Filberts … 3 3 0
One Cow Common
A small piece of ground adjoining the lane
Lot IV
An orchard well planted, called Hop Garden … 4 0 0
One ditto, new orchard … 1 0 0
One osier bed
One Cow Common
Lot V
A Meadow, called Nortions … 7 2 20
One Cow Common
Lot VI
One Meadow, called Long Meadow … 9 2 23
One ditto, called New Meadow … 2 0 0
Two osier beds
Two Cow Commons
27Lot VII
One Meadow, called Southmore … 10 0 17
One ditto, called Heyter’s … 7 1 17
Two Cow Commons
Lot VIII
One Meadow, called Barrow’s (Freehold) … 3 2 0
One Arable, called Barrow’s (Freehold) 4 2 0
One Cow Common
Lot IX
An orchard well planted, called Great Orchard … 9 0 0
One ditto, called Barn Orchard … 4 0 0
A Barn and Gateroom
A piece of land called The Grove
One Cow Common
Lot X
A House and Garden in two Tenements
Lot XI
One Meadow, called Orchard Meadow … 3 0 0
One Cow Common
Lot X11
One arable field, called Hendovers … 12 0 0
Two Cow Commons
Lot X111
One cow common
The timber on the several Lots to be taken at a fair valuation. The purchasers will
be put into possession of the premises subject to paying a small sum towards the
expenses of the conveyances. All the Lots not marked otherwise are not copyhold
of inheritance, held under the manor of Havant, and subjected to small stint fines.
Part of the premises may be entered on at Lady-day next, and part at Michaelmas,
1786. Further particulars may be known, and the Estate viewed, by applying to
Messrs Longcroft, attornies at law, Havant, or of John Weller, upholder, cabinet
maker, and auctioneer, Chichester. 30 May 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
2811 July 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
291785 – Havant, Hants. To be Sold by Auction: by Henry Midlane, on Monday the
26th day of September, 1785, at the Bear Inn, in Havant, in the County of
Southampton, between the hours of five and seven o’clock in the evening.
Lot 1. Consisting of a Copyhold, Garden, two Stalled Stables, a coach house, and
wine vault, situate in the Pallant, subject to a final fine certain, and heriot; held
under the Lord of the Manor. The length of the premises is 47 feet in front, and 13
feet deep, a garden adjoining at the end. 6 feet by 59 Feet.
Lot 11. A commodious well-built Freehold Dwelling House, fit for a genteel
family, in good repair; consisting of two parlours, to the East 19ft. by 18 ft., and a
store room, 14 ft. by 8 and a half feet, a hall, 18 ft. by 13 feet, a large kitchen,
pantries, and other convenient rooms; on the second floor, a withdrawing room
18 feet long, 17 feet wide, and 11 feet high, with three large sash windows,
fronting to the east, four good bed chambers, wainscoted up, three very large
garrets, and a large laundry, 30 feet by 20 feet, a coach house for two carriages,
stabling for six horses, a walled garden, a shrubbery or garden, 121 feet by 18
feet.
Commanding an extensive prospect of part of Sussex, 9 miles from Portsmouth, 9
miles from Chichester, nine from Fareham and 10 from Petersfield, all good
market towns; and four miles from Portsdown and the London Road.
Havant is a market and port town and a great thorough fair through it to many
parts of England.
For further particulars, apply to Mr Charles Midlane, or Mr Henry Midlane,
auctioneers, Havant. 12 September 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
301785 – 24 October, 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1785 – Chichester Turnpike: The next Meeting of the Trustees of the Turnpike-
Road leading from Cosham in the County Southampton to the City of Chichester,
in the County of Sussex, will held at the house of Elizabeth Tizzard, bearing the
sign of the Black Bear, in Havant, on Monday the twenty-sixth day December
instant, at eleven o'clock in the forenoon. By order of the Trustees, W. FOSTER,
Clerk. Dated the 16th of Dec.1785. 26 December 1785, Hampshire Chronicle
1786 – Bedhampton Park – To Be Sold by Auction, (without Reserve): on
Monday the 8th day of May, 1786, at the Middle Farm, in the said Park, by Henry
Midlane, of Havant,—All the Remaining STOCK of the said PARK, consisting of
31twelve cows in calf, or with calves by their sides, twelve large skets, three sows,
thirteen pigs, one young boar, two good waggons, one with broad wheels, the
other with narrow, several dung carts, a set cart and plow harness, several barn
and stable utensils, such as rudders, sieves, scoops, and shovels; a very strong
grub plow, common plow, couch rake, a mill for grinding horse beans, timber
drag and several other farming utensils.
The Sale to begin ten o'clock, and continue till all are sold.
24 April 1786, Hampshire Chronicle
1786 – Salisbury, August 16th: The mail coach from Portsmouth to Chichester
was overset, on Sunday, near Havant, when --- Laws, a Coachman, sitting upon
the roof, was thrown with great violence against the Pales of the Rev. Mr, Tew’s
Garden, and killed on the spot. The coachman driving the coach escaped unhurt;
happily there were no inside Passengers. The deceased man was going to
Chichester upon a visit, was a sober man, and well esteemed; he never spoke after
the fall, and his death may be justly impured to the Coachman, who rashly drove
down a descent with great violence, such as induced Mr Tew, and a gentleman
with him, to predict what happened a few minutes later.
17 August 1786, Derby Mercury
1786 – Havant, Hants: Wants a place in a Brewhouse, a person who has been
bred to the brewing and malting business, understands accounts perfectly well,
and is agreeable to engage as brewer or clerk, both, if small Brewhouse. – Any
person wishing to engage with the above, are desired to direct to D.G., at the
George, Havant, where letters etc. (post-paid) will be duly attended to.
N.B. The above person has served as a brewer and Clerk in his last place, is
single, and has unexceptionable character.
25 September 1786, Hampshire Chronicle
1786 – Chichester, December 15: At our beast-market, on Wednesday last, a
fellow having stolen two cows and three oxen, out of a ground, belonging to Mr.
Beazley, near Havant, brought them to the above market, where he offered them
to sale, greatly under their value; two were agreed for from a person of
Portsmouth, for nine pounds, which were worth eighteen, who, his suspecting his
dealer, desired him to wait till he could take the stock from him, the report of
32which occasioned several people to enquire of him how he came by them, and the
fellow seeing them considering, supposed it was to take him up; he therefore made
off, and left the cattle in the market, and, about an hour after, they were claimed
by the above Mr. Beazley. 18 December 1786, Hampshire Chronicle
1786 – Havant, Hants: TO be LET: and Entered on Lady-day next, — ALL that
well known and good accustomed INN, called the BLACK BEAR, situate at
Havant, in the County of Southampton, now in the occupation of Mrs. Tizzard,
lying on the great Turnpike Road, leading from Chichester to Portsmouth, and
Southampton.
For further particulars enquire of Stephen Barney, Attorney at Law, Fareham.
18 December 1786, Hampshire Chronicle
1787 – Married: On Tuesday fortnight was married at Havant, in this County, Mr
William Skelton, Master of the boarding school there, to Miss Batt, a very
accomplished lady of the same place. 8 January 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
1787 – Havant, Hants. – To be Sold by Auction: At the Black Bear in Havant, in
the county Southampton, on Monday the 5th day of February, 1787, between the
hours of eleven and twelve of the clock in the forenoon, unless before disposed of
by private contract, of which due notice will be given in this paper.
A very desirable FARM, situate at Leigh in the parish of Havant aforesaid,
consisting of a good farm-house, Barns, Stables, and other conveniences, with
eleven closes of excellent Arable and Meadow Land, and four acres of Coppice,
containing in the whole eighty-five acres; together with several quit rents payable
to the said farm, amounting in the whole to eleven shillings per annum; now in the
occupation of Mr. Robert Thornole, as tenant at will, at the yearly rent of sixty
pounds.
The estate is copyhold of inheritance, held of the manor of Havant, under a stint
fine of £3 17s. 4d. and subject to a quit rent of £1 7s. 4d.
For a sight of the premises, apply to Mr. Robert Thornole; and for further
particulars, to James Newland, Attorney at Law, in Havant.
15 January 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
331787 – Havant, Hants – To be Sold: A pair of Black Geldings, well broke for the
carriage, sixteen hands high, one seven and the other right years of age. For a
sight of the above horses, apply to Thomas Raiss, miller, in Havant.
11 June 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
1787 – Havant, Hants – To be Let: on reasonable Terms, and entered on
immediately. All that good Inn called or known by the name or sign of the Black
Bear, in Havant, on the great road from Chichester to the west of England, nine
miles from Chichester, nine miles from Portsmouth.
For further particulars enquire of Stephen Barney, attorney at Law, in Fareham;
or Mrs Tizzard, on the premises. 25 June 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
1787 – Gelding Lost: Stolen or strayed, from Havant, in Hampshire, on Sunday
night, the 5th of August instant. A Dark Brown Gelding, about 15 hands high,
branded on the near shoulder with the letters T.G., a long tail, a white spot in his
forehead, and one or both his fore feet, white above the hoof.Whoever will bring
the said horse to Mr James Gloyne, hosier, at Havant, shall receive one Guinea
reward, all reasonable charges, from the said James Gloyne, August 8th 1787.
13 August 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
1787 – Mare Lost: Lost or Stolen, in the night of the 29th of August last, out of the
ground of Mr John Knight, of Havant, in the county of Southampton. – A Brown
Mare, about 14hands and a half high, 9 years old, with much white in her face;
her near eye weak, a black tail and mane, and rather of a heavy make. Whoever
will bring the said Mare to Elizabeth Andrews, of Havant, aforesaid, shall receive
a reward of one Guinea and all reasonable expenses. Havant September 4th,
1787. 10 September 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
1787 – As there appears to be a general complaint of smut in wheat this harvest, a
correspondent from Havant has favoured us with the following receipt for its
prevention, which has been tried several years, and found to answer:- Take four
gallons of boiling water to four bushels of wheat, one quart of salt, a piece of
fresh stone lime about five pounds; pour the boiling water on the salt and lime,
and after the fermentation is over, pour it hot on the wheat, keeping it stirring till
the wheat is all wet, and let it lay twelve hours before it is used.
24 September 1787, Hampshire Chronicle
341788 – 21 January 1788, Salisbury and Winchester Journal
1788 – Sloop to be Sold: And now lying in Langstone Harbour, The good Sloop
called the Friendship, of the burthen of fifty-six tons, Emsworth built, well found
and a good sailer.
For further particulars, enquire of Richard and James Knapp, Havant, Hants.
28 April 1788, Hampshire Chronicle
1788 – Malt Tax – Parish of Havant:
Resolved unanimously, That the Propositions and Resolutions of the several
parishes relative to the Private Breweries, as published in the Hampshire
Chronicle, are also the unanimous resolutions of this parish.
T. Stapley – Churchwarden
J. Lellyett – Churchwarden
R. Knapp – Overseer
W. White – Overseer
H. Midlane – Overseer
J. Grigg – Overseer
14 July, 1788, Hampshire Chronicle
351788 – Cricket: Last week was played, in the Wiltshire Lamb Field, near
Portsmouth, a Cricket Match, Portsmouth, with one from Gosport, against
Havant, with two from Emsworth, which was determined in favour of Portsmouth
by one wicket. 4 August 1788, Hampshire Chronicle
1788 – Cricket: On Tuesday last was played, on Stockheath, near Havant, the
return match of cricket between the gentlemen of Portsmouth, with one from
Gosport, and the gentlemen of Havant, with two from Emsworth, which was won
by the latter by 246 runs. 11 August 1788, Hampshire Chronicle
1788 – Havant, Hants: Whereas I, John Pledger, did hire myself to be a Footman
with Mr. Jeudwine, of Havant, and hearing of another place, did decline it, and
detain a letter Lord Dormer did instructed a person with directed for Mr.
Jeudwine, and without his consent did open it. I do hereby ask pardon for such
conduct. 29 September 1788, Hampshire Chronicle
1788 – Robbery: Whereas some villain or villains, on the night of the 23rd
instant, broke into the house of Capt. Monro, of the 41st Regiment, situate in the
neighbourhood of Havant, and stole from thence, one dozen of silver table spoons,
one dozen and a half of ditto tea spoons, and one ditto pepper box, one ditto
lemon strainer, one ditto sugar strainer, one ditto desert spoon, two pair of tea
tongs, one tea ladle, two salad forks, a great cost of blue cloth, with a red collar,
and a round hat. – Any person that will give information respecting the above
robbery, so that the party or parties who committed the same, may be convicted,
shall receive a handsome reward.
Captain Monro has great reason to suspect that one William Dungan, (who was
some time his servant, and has since for theft, house breaking, and military
crimes, been drummed out of the regiment) was the person guilty of the above
crime, The said William Dungan, is an Irishman, was born in the parish of St.
Michael’s, Dublin, is about 21 years of age, five feet six inches high, carroty hair,
reddish eyes; as a mark of disgrace, had his head shaved when turned out of the
regiment, and was severely flogged both upon the back and breech, which as yet,
can scarcely be healed, but will always remain marked. Had on when he went
36away, a Golden coat without facings, the buttons marked sixty-seven, and a
sailor’s knit waistcoat.
N.B. All the articles, except the tea spoons, were marked with a crest, which was a
ducal coronet, a Cornish chough’s head, between two wings erected; the spoons
were considerably worn, and the sugar strainer was not stamped.
10 November 1788, Hampshire Chronicle
1788 – Married: At Havant, in Hampshire, Mr Hicks, Surgeon, to Miss Knapp,
daughter of Mr James Knapp, merchant, of that place.
1 December 1788, Reading Mercury
1789 – At this inclement season of the year, when the distresses of the poor
beggar description, we are happy to learn from Havant, in this county, that R.
Bingham Newland, Esq. of that place, with a philanthropy that is rare, but has
long been his peculiar characteristic, has greatly contributed to alleviate the
distresses of the poor of that place, by a present of a fine bullock, bought
purposely for them, and fatted on his own manor; together with a proportionable
quantity of bread, which laudable example has been followed by J. Jurdwine,
Esq., killing several sheep, and distributing amongst his poor neighbours, with
bread and beer in proportion. Since which a subscription has been opened, and
liberally encouraged by other gentlemen of the town, and the money hitherto
collected, have been laid out in bread and coals, for the use of the aforesaid poor.
A sad accident happened at this place last week: A young man servant to R.B.
Newland, Esq., been out a shooting, had the misfortune to burst his gun, which
tore off his thumb, and otherwise dreadfully shattered his hand.
26 January 1789, Hampshire Chronicle
1789 – Winchester, 14 February: This week was brought to our goal, by a writ of
habeus corpus, from Newgate, William Dungan, alias Quin, charged with
burglarisously breaking into the dwelling house of Captain Monro, in the
neighbourhood of Havant, and stealing divers articles of plate.
16 February 1789, Hampshire Chronicle
371789 – At the Assizes at Winchester, for the County of Hants., eight prisoners
received Sentence of Death, viz. William Dungan, alias Quin, for breaking open
the House of Captain George Monro, near Havant.
14 March 1789, Northampton Mercury
1787 – Winchester: This morning, at a quarter before twelve o’clock, William
Dungan, for breaking open the dwelling house of George Monro, Esq., near
Havant; and John Bridger, for maliciously maiming and cutting a mare,
belonging to Mr Richard Chase, of Selbourn, were executed near this city,
agreeable to their sentence at the last Assizes. Dungan behaved in a decent and
becoming manner, he prayed very servantly all the way to the gallows, and before
he was turned off said, “I freely forgive all my enemies, likewise the prosecutor
and hope the Almighty will forgive me.” 23 March 1789, Hampshire Chronicle
1789 – Loyal Illuminations: On so joyful an occasion, when every town in
England is endeavouring to outvie each other expressing sentiments of loyalty to
our beloved Sovereign, that of Havant was not the least conspicuous. On
Thursday the 19th, being the day appointed for the celebration of the birth-day of
her Majesty, the inhabitants of this town united in embracing the opportunity of
shewing their loyalty and affection for the King, and the very high estimation they
entertained of the exalted virtues of the most beloved and best of Queen, by
ushering in the morn, with repeated peals of the church bells, and discharge of
artillery from the Tower, which was repeated at twelve, and again at seven in the
evening, when a general illumination, attended with bonfires and fire-works, such
as were never since the memory of man exhibited in this town, astonished the eye
of every spectator, who were much obliged to Mr. Jeudwine for his spirited
exertions, selecting at a very great expense a choice band of music in the church,
which, with the addition of our own singers, performed to admiration several
pieces of Handel's sacred music taken from the Messiah, particularly the
Coronation Anthem, which gave universal satisfaction to a most crowded and
brilliant assemblage. The houses of the following ladies and gentlemen were most
conspicuous; the house of Miss E. Midlane, a lady in whom is centred with every
virtue that adorns the female sex, shone with the greatest lustre, being a vast
profusion of variegated lamps formed into emblematical devices, suitable to the
occasion: the house of Mr. Wacket was decorated in the masterly manner with
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